Renie Chi
Navarre,FL
Summary
Driven, hardworking Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise, and emergency response experience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Bringing 27-year record of success in nursing and desiring PRN position with your prestigious organization.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UNIT CHARGE NURSE, Intermediate Care Unit
Memorial Hermann-Memorial City Hospital
01.1997 - Current
- Coordinates the planning for the delivery of treatment to post Open Heart patients, General Surgery patients, Cardiac patients, ER admissions by the multidisciplinary team & administers appropriate clinical decisions in the planning & delivery of patient care
- Assisted Manager with employees related issues such as performance and served as a preceptor on the unit
- Supervised RNs Level I, II, III, IV, LVNs, PCAs.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, offering support and education on medical conditions and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through compassionate care and effective communication practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, improving overall health outcomes.
- Reduced medication errors with thorough patient assessments and accurate medication administration.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment and technologies within the critical care unit, which improved the patients'' diagnostics and treatments and increased their survival rates.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing efficient nursing processes and protocols.
- Mentored new nurses to foster professional growth and enhance team performance.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple medical issues, navigating challenging situations to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
- Served as a clinical resource for colleagues, sharing expertise on best practices in nursing care management.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among staff members and encouraging open communication channels.
- Identified potential risks in the unit, implementing safety measures to minimize incidents.
- Streamlined unit operations by effectively managing staff assignments and schedules.
- Coordinated discharge planning to facilitate smooth transitions from hospital to home or other care settings.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on industry trends, enhancing both personal knowledge base and overall unit performance levels.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- 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.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
CHARGE RN, Pediatric Care Unit
Fort Duncan Medical Center
10.1993 - 01.1997
- Responsible for collaborating with the Physicians & healthcare team in the delivery of care to acute Cardiovascular Surgical patients
- Served as a preceptor & Charge Nurse on the unit
- Supervised RNs & PCAs.
- Maintained an organized clinical environment conducive to efficient workflow by regularly evaluating unit needs and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor and adjust treatment plans, improving overall patient health outcomes.
- Improved continuity of care across shifts through concise shift reports detailing pertinent updates on patients'' conditions and treatment plans.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and identifying opportunities for process enhancement.
- Educated patients and families on disease management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment plans and self-care routines.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies by diligently monitoring documentation accuracy within the unit.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Led successful unit initiatives aimed at improving patient care delivery, such as the implementation of new nursing protocols or equipment.
- Fostered a culture of professional development among staff by encouraging participation in educational opportunities and providing constructive feedback during performance evaluations.
- Contributed to higher patient satisfaction ratings by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care to all patients regardless of background or condition severity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive care coordination.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
CHARGE NURSE, Medical ICU
Cebu Doctors Hospital
03.1990 - 10.1993
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Enhanced emergency response times by organizing and leading drills, preparing team for actual emergencies.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough training sessions on new electronic health record systems.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of The Visayas, College of Nursing
Cebu City, Philippines03.1990
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced Life Support
- Family Support
- Telemetry monitoring
- Cardiac monitoring
- Quality Improvement
- Discharge Planning
- Disease Prevention
- End of life care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Compassionate and Caring
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Direct Patient Care
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Care Assessment
- Patient Education
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Vitals monitoring
- Wound Care
- Task Prioritization
- Infection Control
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- CPR/AED
- Accurate Documentation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Care Coordination
- Professionalism
- Training staff
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Procedure Assistance
- Student Precepting
- Professional Demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- ER / Acute care
- Medical and Surgical Procedure Preparation
- Treatment Preparation
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Surgical Assistance
- Procedure Room Preparation
Accomplishments
- Achieved unit staffing by completing unit self-scheduling with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of CAUTI, CLABSI, HAPI
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Achieved results through effectively helping with nursing tasks.
Licensurecertification
- Registered Nurse, granted by the Texas Board of Nursing
- CGFNS - Certification, granted by the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools
Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Certification
- Advance Cardiac Life Support, granted by the American Heart Association
- Basic Cardiac Life support, granted by the American Heart Association
Timeline
UNIT CHARGE NURSE, Intermediate Care Unit
Memorial Hermann-Memorial City Hospital
01.1997 - Current
CHARGE RN, Pediatric Care Unit
Fort Duncan Medical Center
10.1993 - 01.1997
CHARGE NURSE, Medical ICU
Cebu Doctors Hospital
03.1990 - 10.1993
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of The Visayas, College of Nursing
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