Reiner Espiritu
Roseville,United States
Summary
Proficient Interventional Radiology Nurse considered expert in educating patients and families. Pleasant individual with over 12 years of expertise in safely sedating patients for procedures. Ready to join new company needing clinician with critical listening and exemplary patient care skills. Dependable Interventional Radiology Nurse considered a talented leader and an advocate for patients. A team player with the skill to remain poised even in the most stressful environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hemodialysis Nurse
US Renal Care
Phoenix, Arizona
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided direct patient care in the dialysis unit, including pre and post-treatment evaluation of patients.
- Assisted with setting up dialysis machines, preparing solutions for hemodialysis treatments and ensuring proper functioning of equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Administered medications as ordered by the physician according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
- Performed assessments of patients prior to initiating dialysis treatments, monitoring vital signs during treatment and providing necessary interventions to maintain patient safety.
- Educated patients on their disease process, diet restrictions and lifestyle changes needed to manage chronic kidney disease.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments provided including medications administered, laboratory values obtained and any adverse reactions experienced by the patient.
- Monitored fluid balance of patients during hemodialysis treatments to ensure safe removal or replacement of fluids as prescribed by physician orders.
- Instructed new staff members on proper techniques for performing hemodialysis procedures safely and efficiently.
- Coordinated scheduling of staff members assigned to the dialysis unit.
Hemodialysis Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care North America
Phoenix, Arizona
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Assessed patients prior to initiation treatment, during treatment, and post-treatment.
- Provided direct patient care in the dialysis unit, including pre and post-treatment evaluation of patients.
- Assisted with setting up dialysis machines, preparing solutions for hemodialysis treatments and ensuring proper functioning of equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Administered medications as ordered by the physician according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
- Performed assessments of patients prior to initiating dialysis treatments, monitoring vital signs during treatment and providing necessary interventions to maintain patient safety.
- Educated patients on their disease process, diet restrictions and lifestyle changes needed to manage chronic kidney disease.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments provided including medications administered, laboratory values obtained and any adverse reactions experienced by the patient.
- Monitored fluid balance of patients during hemodialysis treatments to ensure safe removal or replacement of fluids as prescribed by physician orders.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards related to hemodialysis nursing practice.
- Counseled patients on how to manage symptoms associated with end stage renal disease.
Hemodialysis Nurse
Diaverum
London, United Kingdom
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Assessed patients prior to initiation treatment, during treatment, and post-treatment.
- Provided direct patient care in the dialysis unit, including pre and post-treatment evaluation of patients.
- Assisted with setting up dialysis machines, preparing solutions for hemodialysis treatments and ensuring proper functioning of equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Administered medications as ordered by the physician according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
- Performed assessments of patients prior to initiating dialysis treatments, monitoring vital signs during treatment and providing necessary interventions to maintain patient safety.
- Educated patients on their disease process, diet restrictions and lifestyle changes needed to manage chronic kidney disease.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments provided including medications administered, laboratory values obtained and any adverse reactions experienced by the patient.
- Monitored fluid balance of patients during hemodialysis treatments to ensure safe removal or replacement of fluids as prescribed by physician orders.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards related to hemodialysis nursing practice.
- Counseled patients on how to manage symptoms associated with end stage renal disease.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing long term hemodialysis treatments.
- Reported any abnormal findings or changes in condition immediately to attending physicians or charge nurses.
- Conducted weekly quality assurance checks on dialysis machines and other equipment used in the dialysis unit.
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Guys and St. Thomas’s Hospital
London, United Kingdom
03.2017 - 11.2019
- Prepared sterile field prior to each procedure according to established infection control guidelines.
- Assisted radiologists in interventional radiology procedures, such as catheterizations, angioplasties and biopsies.
- Provided patient care before, during and after the procedure including monitoring vital signs.
- Administered medications and contrast agents to patients prior to the procedure.
- Assessed patient's condition and prepared them for the intervention by explaining the procedure and answering any questions they may have had.
- Performed nursing assessments of patients prior to each procedure with documentation of findings into the medical record.
- Monitored patients during recovery following interventional radiology procedures.
- Initiated emergency interventions when needed during a procedure or post-procedure recovery period.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Cared for patients undergoing complex vascular access procedures such as fistulas, grafts, and central lines placement.
- Documented all care provided in accordance with facility policies and procedures and standards of practice guidelines.
- Recognized potential complications related to interventional radiology procedures and took appropriate action to address them.
- Ordered supplies necessary for interventional radiology procedures while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
- Participated in performance improvement activities related to interventional radiology services.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatments, diagnostic tests results, medications administered., in electronic medical records system.
- Ensured proper functioning of equipment used for interventional radiology procedures by conducting regular maintenance checks according to safety protocols.
- Managed communication between physicians and other healthcare team members regarding patient care needs during an intervention.
- Instructed personnel on proper use of radiation safety measures while performing interventions.
- Assisted with development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures related to interventional radiology services.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential information about patients' health histories.
- Notified physicians whenever patient assessments revealed issues or problems.
Healthcare Assistant
Penrose Surgery
London, United Kingdom
11.2015 - 03.2017
- Assist RN with other protocols when necessary
- Prepares equipment/supplies and cleans examination rooms in order to prepare for patient examinations
- Takes and records patient’s vital signs as prescribed by nursing protocol or physician order
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider
- Work alongside qualified healthcare professionals to deliver clinics and treatments, including health promotion initiatives.
Registered Nurse
St Frances de Sales Clinic
Philippines
09.2012 - 08.2015
- Giving advice, education and information about health conditions and ailments, stopping smoking and losing weight
- Taking patient samples, swabs and specimens, and checking pulses, temperatures and blood pressures
- Applying and removing dressing
- Assist the Physician in carrying out physical examinations and investigatory procedures
- Providing first aid.
Registered Nurse
Estrella Hospital
Philippines
12.2010 - 05.2012
- Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care plan in consultation with healthcare professionals
- Evaluating Medical Information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and-post-surgery patients
- Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications
- Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs
- Monitoring patient’s vital signs and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner
- Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team
- Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care
- Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records
- Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Perpetual Help College of Manila
Skills
- Angiography
- Angioplasty
- Biopsy
- Drainage
- Embolization
- Fistuloplasty
- Gastrostomy and gastrojejunostomy tube placement
- Inferior vena cava (IVC) filter placement and removal
- Port, Permacath and Picc line Insertion
- Stent placement:
- Thrombolysis
- Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS)
- Thrombectomy
- Tumor ablation
- Vascular access
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Tagalog
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Registered Nurse- Philippines (Professional Regulation Commission)
- Registered Nurse- United Kingdom (Nursing & Midwifery Council)
- Registered Nurse- United States of America (New Mexico)
- Registered Nurse- United States of America (Arizona- Multi state License)
- Registered Nurse- United States of America (California)
Timeline
Hemodialysis Nurse
US Renal Care
02.2023 - 02.2024
Hemodialysis Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care North America
05.2022 - 07.2023
Hemodialysis Nurse
Diaverum
11.2019 - 04.2022
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Guys and St. Thomas’s Hospital
03.2017 - 11.2019
Healthcare Assistant
Penrose Surgery
11.2015 - 03.2017
Registered Nurse
St Frances de Sales Clinic
09.2012 - 08.2015
Registered Nurse
Estrella Hospital
12.2010 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Perpetual Help College of Manila
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