Offering compassionate and dedicated approach, well-suited for medical-surgical environment and eager to learn and develop. Contributes to strong foundation in patient care and clinical procedures. Ready to use and develop skills in patient assessment and care planning in the nursing role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Washington Medical Center -Northwest
09.2024 - Current
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Managed caseload of 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation through strict adherence to policies and procedures.
Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and making recommendations for process enhancements.
Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols for common medical-surgical procedures, improving efficiency and standardizing practice across the team.
Educated patients and family members on disease processes, treatment options, and self-care techniques.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Associate Faculty/ Nursing & CNA Instructor
Shoreline Community College
04.2019 - Current
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate clinical in facilities
Supervise students' clinical work
Evaluate and grade students' clinical work, assignments, and papers
Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
Assess clinical education needs, and patient and client teaching needs, utilizing a variety of methods
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records
Demonstrates creativity by incorporating technology to impart nursing knowledge and skills
Inspires students to engage and perform their best in nursing
Maintains an environment that is both supportive and culturally competent
Minimum Data Set (MDS) Registered Nurse
Virginia Mason Hospital
12.2022 - 08.2024
Accurately and timely completes (MCR, quarterly, annual, and change in condition) resident MDS and LTCMI assessments, participates in weekly Care Plan meeting to represent nursing on the Care Plan team
Prepare monthly schedule for Care Plan meetings and distribute schedule to the Care Plan team
Conducts daily review of documentation process in the medical record and initiate appropriate corrective action as necessary
Complete initial and ongoing care plans
Assist and participate in developing and implementing accurate Care Plans for residents addressing medical condition, skin, bowel and bladder, incontinence program, fall risk, pain risk, psychotropic drug usage, behavior, etc
Reviews and updates quarterly assessments on each resident: AIMS, Braden, Fall Risk, and Physical Restraint, etc
Attends and conducts special studies as needed to identify opportunities to improve system and MDS/ LTCMI facilitation
Accurately document written notification regarding denials, transfer notices, and changes in resident status in a timely manner per regulatory practices
Monitors MCR billing system and the MDS RUG levels to ensure timely submissions for payment and correct submission dates
Assists in managing admissions, transfers, and discharge of residents; communicates with residents, family members and management regarding resident status
Conducts special studies as needed to identify opportunities to improve system and reimbursement
Minimum Data Set (MDS) Nurse
Washington Care Center
07.2023 - 12.2023
Assess and monitor patient care and wellbeing
Develop goals for improving treatment and care plans
Evaluate the patient care that long-term patients receive
New patient and long-term patient follow-ups to ensure they receive proper care
Approve resident applications for long-term care facilities
Monitor patients' medical insurance and payment plans
Minimum Data Set (MDS) Registered Nurse
Bayview Retirement Community
03.2022 - 11.2022
Assures that each HC resident receives timely, complete health evaluations from an interdisciplinary perspective; oversees a schedule for conducting evaluations consistent with guidelines for the MDS assessments; is a liaison with all health disciplines to request their discipline-specific assessments and suggests to them areas of focus to be addressed in their assessments; monitors the timeliness and accuracy of information provided in assessments, seeks clarification or correction of assessment information as appropriate, and informs the Director of Nursing Services (DNS) of any assessment timeliness or accuracy concerns; after initial assessment, uses subsequent assessments to determine if goals for residents are being achieved; performs in-person nursing assessments and record medical record reviews in order to assure that assessments are comprehensive
Formulates a plan of care (in cooperation with the interdisciplinary team) for each HC resident addressing the significant concerns identified in the assessment process; solicits statements of personal preferences from residents and their representatives in order to assure that care plans respect the residents’ right to determine the nature of care received; informs residents and their representatives of risks and benefits of various care options, and as appropriate, obtains signed, informed consent for certain types of care which are associated with profound risks; monitors the effectiveness and resident satisfaction with the care plan; enters care plan information in a computer database and prints out copies of care plans and summary reports
Assures that Federal and State laws and regulations are followed relating to the completion of the MDS assessments; completes, or is responsible for the timely completion of the MDS assessments; assures that the nurse is complete; is responsible for the timely MDS data entry and MDS transmission to the Federal Government; maintains a log of MDS transmissions; accesses, analyzes and in consultation with the DNS and other staff designs approaches to improve MDS quality indicator scores
Provides patient education relating to health conditions and interventions; provides training to staff on the assessment, care planning, MDS and CAAs processes and on MDS quality indicators; advises interdisciplinary team members as to the nature of documentation required to demonstrate thorough and timely assessments; communicates circumstances under which workers are expected to update care plans; takes advantage of available training opportunities to sharpen skills and learn about changes in best practices and legal mandates pertaining to his/her specific duties and responsibilities
Assures backup system/training is adequate for emergencies
Monitors resident skilled care needs and coverage to determine eligibility for Medicare; maintains contact with third party payors relating to utilization review issues
Convenes interdisciplinary care conferences and other meetings of health care providers to assure adequacy, appropriateness, and effectiveness of care; communicates (in-person or by telephone, as appropriate) with residents, their representatives, and family members to discuss health status and care planning issues
Resident Care Manager (RCM)/ Staff Development Coordinator
Lynnwood Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
02.2021 - 02.2022
Creating and updating personalized care plans for patients
Collaborates with patients' families, friends, and social supports in developing treatment plans
Interacts with healthcare providers to facilitate patients' treatments
Identifying and recruiting high-quality healthcare providers
Suggesting alternative treatment plans when patients' services requests do not meet medical necessity criteria
Linking patients to social services programs and entitlements such as transportation assistance and translation services
Conducting regular follow-ups with patients to evaluate progress, promote continuity of care, and ensure improved health outcomes
Maintaining records of case management activities
Supports and assists the Director of Nursing Services (DNS)
Oversees nursing operations in the absence of Director of Nursing Services (DNS)
Performs facility investigations and conducts assessment, staff interviews, and in-service educations
Plans, organizes, directs and implements the quality assurance programs to ensure federal and state compliance
Evaluates resident and staff training needs
Interprets and implements established facility policies, procedures and regulations for nursing assistants
Observes and teaches the company safety policies and procedures to staff members
Maintains all records and data in a neat, organized manner for prompt retrieval
Coordinates, and implements an ongoing in-service program that meets the state and federal requirements, and is specific to the learning and performance improvement needs of staff
Monitors staff responses to various types of teaching, to determine the most effective and efficient methods to share information
Minimum Data Set (MDS) Registered Nurse
Columbia Lutheran Home
09.2019 - 11.2020
Conduct and schedule patient assessments in accordance with federally mandated guidelines
Ensure that patients have access to the resources and professionals that they need, and that care plans follow federally mandated guidelines for long-term care facilities
Assists in development of a comprehensive resident assessment and plan of care for each resident
Review each resident care plan for thoroughness and completeness
Perform quarterly, annually, or as needed assessment to ensure that residents concerns are addressed
Documents a thorough approach to resident care using Care Area Assessment (CAA)
Disseminates any new or updated materials involving the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process
Facilitates the involvement of the appropriate health professionals needed to improve or maintain the resident’s functional abilities at the highest practicable level
Facilitates an opportunity for resident and family involvement in the care planning process
Monitor residents on the unit for significant changes in condition
Participates in the analysis of the quality indicator data along with the staff development coordinator, Director of Nursing Services (DNS), and other members of the healthcare team
Prepares a concise quarterly, or as needed, note for each resident providing detailed information about resident’s overall status
Coordinates the completion of facility specific assessment forms
Prepares a concise quarterly, or as needed, note for each resident and/or responsible party that details the resident’s overall status over the last three months
Create investigation of incidents using evidenced-based approach
Provides teaching to the staff members about importance of Minimum Data Set (MDS) including levels of assistance required, proper documentation, and provision of quality care
Assist the staff coordinator for staff education, provision of quality nursing care, and other assigned responsibilities outside the description of Minimum Data Set (MDS)
Resident Care Manager (RCM)
Columbia Lutheran Home
09.2017 - 09.2019
Ensure that all nursing personnel are following their respective job descriptions and confirm that personnel are performing their work assignments, tasks, and duties in accordance with acceptable nursing standards and per facility policies
Provides ongoing education and training opportunities for nursing staff
Ensures that nursing staff demonstrates understanding based on training and education
Set resident care standards in accordance with accepted current clinical standards of care, and with State and Federal Guidelines, in order to provide high quality care to residents
Assess, supervises, delegates, and direct resident care needs
Assess physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health needs of clients and responses to medication regimens
Intervene or refer as appropriate to interdisciplinary team
Assist with new admissions, transfers, and discharges ensuring related documentation is current, signed, accurate and the record keeping meets the policies, regulations, and procedures
Plans and conducts resident care conferences and develops interdisciplinary plan of care for each resident
Regularly observes audits and assesses each resident’s condition, status, and care requirements and takes appropriate action to assure care needs are met
Develops nursing care plans for each resident that meets the needs of the resident and the physician recommendations and reports changes in condition of residents that requires nursing intervention notifying the physician, director of nursing services, appropriate departments, and family
Transcribes and carries out or delegates physician orders in accordance with the nurse practice act
Reviews transcriptions completed by a licensed nurse for accuracy and timeliness
Performs other related duties as assigned
Participates on completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) in assigned unit ensuring that assessments are completed for quarterly and annual reviews
Facilitates the involvement of the appropriate health professionals needed to improve or maintain the resident’s functional abilities at the highest practicable level
Assists in development of a comprehensive resident assessment and plan of care for each resident
Attends meetings and conferences to provide highest quality of care
Ensures that all assessments and care plans are completed, referral to appropriate health professionals is made, and that care plans are followed
Monitor weight of patients, ensuring that nutrition notes are completed, referral to Registered Dietitian for further interventions and Dietary Department for review of food preferences
Demonstrates competency in teaching and precepting skills to nursing students by providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitude of how the unit function on a day to day basis
Demonstrates competency in teaching and precepting skills
Promotes cohesive team behavior among peers and provides assistance/guidance as required
Role models effective listening skills
Actively assists the Staff Development Nurse with staff educational in-services, as well as skills fair and patient and family education
Advocates for their patients and challenges systems and practices; tries to identify patterns in systems and processes of care that impact on patient and families
Resolves routine, non-routine or complex issues on an independent basis; however, recognizes when an issue requires escalation
Admission Nurse
Foss Home & Village
10.2016 - 03.2018
Ensures that admissions are efficient through provision of nursing care before, during and after admission
Provides educational information and materials to patient regarding their nursing care, medications and other related information
Creates nursing care plans for each patient basing on their needs; ensuring that interventions are appropriate and goals are met
Provides effective communication between the patient, family and members of the healthcare team to ensure that care is holistically given
Receives physician orders for direct admissions and organizes admission process for patient ensuring orders are verified and appropriate for patient
Establishes effective communication process with all patient care during admission for a smooth operation and transition from transfers, admission and discharge
Gathers data and information significant to the patient’s individual needs and age group for a more individualized plan of care
Demonstrates a time conscious comprehension and competence to prioritize
Classify between high and low priority activities, interventions, and tasks while eliminating time wasters
Exhibits a high level of rational and emphatic tolerance sensitivity, diplomacy, sound discernment, and a professional attitude when relating with patients, families and co-workers
Writes legibly accurate and current records, giving concrete attention to detail
Establishes useful systems for record retention
Seeks creative alternatives and innovative possibilities in problem solving to further manage efficient patient care
Inspires cooperation and confidence in others
Admission Nurse
Richmond Beach Rehabilitation
11.2015 - 10.2016
Ensured that patient’s room is clean, safe, orderly, comfortable and ready for admission; necessary equipment and supplies are available and ready for admission
Acted as the first point of contact for resident’s family regarding questions about facility services, admission questions and policies
Conducted, created and coordinated resident assessments upon admission applying nursing knowledge, facility policies and applicable laws to maintain current and standardize nursing assessments
Initiated resident care planning with nursing and all necessary departments and personnel; ensured that care plans are individualized basing on the need of each patient
Informed department heads of any admissions changes pertinent to their department to provide a coordinated approach and assure that needs are met for the patient
Identified and collected necessary information and paperwork to complete resident admission and documentation
Performed other nursing duties as assigned such as case management, staff supervision, and facility tours
Participated in facility surveys conducted by authorized government agencies
Performed comprehensive nursing assessment to each patient ensuring that accurate documentation are completed via the Electronic Medical Records (EMR), computer documentation systems and other applicable facility documents needed; chart nurses notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident and response to care
Managed effective communication, organization and prioritization skills
Maintained confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Performed daily rounds to ensure that all nursing personnel are performing their work assignments
Develop and maintain a good working rapport with all facility personnel to ensure that the needs of the resident are met
Created and upheld an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment
Registered Nurse
Richmond Beach Rehabilitation
12.2014 - 11.2015
Demonstrated knowledge based on the health status of the clients and provided age-appropriate nursing care according to individualized needs of each client
Communicates effectively with clients, physicians and members of the healthcare team while adhering to HIPAA standards and protocols set by the institution for an efficient nursing care
Monitored patient conditions by identifying their physiologic needs, providing comfort, nourishment, orientation, allowing them to be self-sufficient and providing assistance as necessary
Ensured the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patients’ status
Provided outstanding nursing care adapted to individual patient need through utilization of the nursing process with main focus on assessing the problems, constructing a nursing diagnosis, planning of approaches and interventions, implementation of independent, dependent and interdependent nursing actions and ensuring that patient outcomes and goals are met
Formulated plan of care in collaboration with the patient, nurses, physician, significant others and other members of the healthcare team through application of nursing knowledge and modify each plan of care based on individual needs according to their developmental stage
Delivered efficient nursing care through patient education, nursing procedures and collaboration to achieve optimum functional health status and quality of life
Ensured patient needs are met through direct patient care and by acting as a patient advocate through collaboration with the healthcare team members and referral to available community resources
Nursing Assistant
Richmond Beach Rehabilitation
07.2014 - 08.2014
Energetically performed basic nursing care to patients with chronic illnesses like diabetes and assisted them to perform their activities of daily living
Observed adherence to HIPAA standards and infection control protocols set by the institution to ensure that patient’s privacy and safety are strictly followed
Ensured and monitored patient conditions by identifying their physiologic needs, providing comfort, nourishment, orientation, allowing them to be self-sufficient and providing assistance as necessary
Tutoring Services
WyzAnt Tutoring
07.2011 - 03.2014
Taught and provided support to students regarding nursing concepts
Provided guidance to students and strategies on answering questions that involves nursing related subjects such as the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and local board examinations
Strategized results by providing feedback to the students’ performance by a one-on-one coaching via presentations using modern technology
Delivered a high energy teaching that allows students to engage and participate actively on an ongoing mentoring session
Responded to issues and queries that the students has along the mentorship process
Nurse Trainee
Mother Seton Hospital
09.2011 - 12.2011
Provided care for clients under the supervision of a clinical instructor which includes vital signs, assessment, development of a nursing care plan, medications and other nursing skills
Act as a leader to the team and developed a tool to help the nursing students a proper and easy method of assessing clients, creating nursing diagnosis, planning of health care, implementation of nursing plan and evaluating of outcomes
Monitored patient status such as level of consciousness, oxygen saturation, laboratory works, intravenous infusion, nutritional status, infection control and implemented a safe & quality nursing care to clients
Exposed to different type of sections which specializes in different fields such as NICU, ICU, OR, and emergency section and wards
Communicate effectively through health education and emphasized the value of optimum health to every clientele
Performed skilled-nursing care for clienteles with medical-surgical problems
Taught clienteles especially those with diabetes how to use glucometer and the significance of it in terms of monitoring blood sugar
Actively participated in training, seminars, symposiums and case presentations to update with latest trends in nursing care
One-on-one health counseling and teaching to help clients maintain an optimum level of functioning especially with regards to medications and resources
Education
Bachelor's - Nursing
Universidad de Sta. Isabel
Naga City, Camarines Sur
Master's - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2025
Skills
Microsoft Office (10 years)
Bilingual (10 years)
Educational Content Development (1 year)
MDS
Adult Education (2 years)
Cultural Competence
Facilities Management
Infection Control Training
Educational Strategy Innovations
Discharge planning
Medical terminology
Patient care
Intravenous therapy
Pre-and Post-operative care
Compassionate care
Clinical judgment
Healthcare ethics
Cultural history
Medication and IV administration
Critical thinking
Medication administration
Wound care
Direct patient care
Patient and family advocacy
Compassionate and caring
Infection control
Patient care assessment
Blood draw and sample collection
Documentation
Delegation and motivation
Accurate documentation
Patient condition monitoring
Decision-making
Intake and discharge
Attention to detail
Certified in CPR/AED
Clear patient communication
Strong clinical judgment
Nursing performance assessment
EMR / EHR
Accomplishments
Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Research - Completed group study focused on patient comfort, costs and test results, which resulted in increased patient satisfaction.
Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
Charting - Developed and organized 50+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
Certification
BLS for Healthcare Providers December 2022 to Present
Certified Health Facility Manager (CHFM) June 2021 to Present
RAC-CT March 2023 to Present
QCP April 2023 to Present
GERO-BC October 2024 to Present
Nursing Licenses
RN
Languages
English
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Washington Medical Center -Northwest
09.2024 - Current
Minimum Data Set (MDS) Nurse
Washington Care Center
07.2023 - 12.2023
Minimum Data Set (MDS) Registered Nurse
Virginia Mason Hospital
12.2022 - 08.2024
Minimum Data Set (MDS) Registered Nurse
Bayview Retirement Community
03.2022 - 11.2022
Resident Care Manager (RCM)/ Staff Development Coordinator
Lynnwood Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
02.2021 - 02.2022
Minimum Data Set (MDS) Registered Nurse
Columbia Lutheran Home
09.2019 - 11.2020
Associate Faculty/ Nursing & CNA Instructor
Shoreline Community College
04.2019 - Current
Resident Care Manager (RCM)
Columbia Lutheran Home
09.2017 - 09.2019
Admission Nurse
Foss Home & Village
10.2016 - 03.2018
Admission Nurse
Richmond Beach Rehabilitation
11.2015 - 10.2016
Registered Nurse
Richmond Beach Rehabilitation
12.2014 - 11.2015
Nursing Assistant
Richmond Beach Rehabilitation
07.2014 - 08.2014
Nurse Trainee
Mother Seton Hospital
09.2011 - 12.2011
Tutoring Services
WyzAnt Tutoring
07.2011 - 03.2014
Master's - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
BLS for Healthcare Providers December 2022 to Present
Certified Health Facility Manager (CHFM) June 2021 to Present
RAC-CT March 2023 to Present
QCP April 2023 to Present
GERO-BC October 2024 to Present
Bachelor's - Nursing
Universidad de Sta. Isabel
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