Reynaldo Catig
Canandaigua
Summary
Compassionate ICU nurse with a strong focus on patient safety, critical thinking, and effective communication. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and enhance team collaboration to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse ICU
Geneva General Hospital
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Assisted in patient assessments and documented vital signs accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-treatment care.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during recovery processes.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
Staff Nurse
Sultan Qaboos University Hospital
03.2006 - 12.2025
- Participated in infection control practices to maintain a safe environment.
- Managed medical supplies inventory, ensuring availability for patient care needs.
- Engaged in continuous learning to enhance nursing skills and knowledge base.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, SQ, and IM.
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in high-acuity environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify changes in patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of health management strategies.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that streamlined ICU protocols and improved patient safety standards.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance in critical care settings.
- Analyzed patient data to support clinical decision-making and optimize treatment outcomes in the ICU environment.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance care delivery and improve overall operational efficiency within the unit.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging times in the ICU environment.
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Administered life-saving medications according to physician orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in treatment implementation.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically ill patients, optimizing respiratory support while minimizing complications.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring comfort and dignity for both patients and families.
- Implemented efficient time management strategies to effectively prioritize tasks and optimize patient care delivery.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and collaboratively develop treatment strategies.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Reduced ICU readmission rates through effective patient education and discharge planning.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare professionals to improve continuity of care for ICU patients.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing evidence-based infection control practices and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Mentored new graduate nurses during their orientation process, providing support during their transition into professional practice roles within the ICU setting.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Effectively utilized electronic health records systems to document all aspects of patient care accurately and efficiently.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to promptly recognize changes in patient condition, enabling timely interventions.
- Served as a resource for less experienced nurses, offering guidance in clinical decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients.
- Advocated for individualized patient needs within the context of their unique medical histories, preferences, and goals of care.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the ICU, fostering collaboration among nursing staff and other disciplines.
- Led daily nursing rounds to assess patient progress and address any concerns.
Jail Officer/Jail Nurse
Bureau of Jail Management and Penology Philippines
07.1999 - 01.2006
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and security within detention facilities.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Implemented rehabilitation programs aimed at reducing recidivism among inmates.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to support ongoing investigations and case management.
- Administered comprehensive medical assessments for inmates, ensuring prompt identification of health issues.
- Collaborated with correctional staff to coordinate emergency response protocols and patient care procedures.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient evaluations, improving overall inmate health outcomes.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices in a correctional environment to enhance team efficiency.
- Implemented infection control measures, significantly reducing communicable disease transmission within the facility.
- Conducted medication management and monitoring, ensuring compliance with prescription guidelines for inmate populations.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to strategize care delivery and address complex medical needs effectively.
- Evaluated and refined nursing workflows, leading initiatives that improved service delivery within the correctional health system.
- Advocated for inmate health needs by voicing concerns during interdisciplinary case conferences or meetings with correctional authorities when appropriate.
- Developed positive rapport with patients by demonstrating empathy and professionalism during all interactions.
- Identified medical emergencies and provided timely intervention, reducing complications for patients in distress.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and family members of incarcerated individuals when necessary, maintaining confidentiality while providing updates on patient progress or changes in condition.
- Managed medication administration, ensuring accuracy and adherence to prescribed treatment regimens.
- Assisted physicians in conducting comprehensive assessments and creating individualized treatment plans for inmates.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care to incarcerated individuals.
- Enhanced safety within the jail facility by implementing and adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Utilized evidence-based practices when delivering nursing care, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and correctional staff, fostering a collaborative environment focused on patient wellbeing.
- Implemented behavioral health interventions for patients with mental health or substance abuse issues, collaborating with psychiatrists and counselors for comprehensive care provision.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient interactions, treatments, and responses to interventions, supporting continuity of care across shifts.
- Maintained proper medical supplies inventory within the jail facility, ensuring availability of necessary resources to administer effective patient care at all times.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill inmates, ensuring a dignified and peaceful experience during their final days.
- Conducted health education sessions with inmates, promoting self-care practices and disease prevention strategies.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with community resources, facilitating successful transitions back into society for released inmates needing continued medical support.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Filamer Chistian University
Roxas City Philippines03-1997
Jail Officer 1 - Penology
Phil Public Safety College, Jail Training Institute
Taguig, Metro Manila Philippines10-1999
Skills
- Preceptorship
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Neurological monitoring
- Critical care nursing
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced life support
- Telemetry monitoring
- Health promotion
- Respiratory maintenance
- Continuing education
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Ventilator management
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Honest and dependable
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptable and flexible
- Blood transfusion administration
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Patient safety
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Electronic health records
- Emergency interventions
- Vitals monitoring
- IV setup
- Pain management
- Specimen collection
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Medical terminology
- Coaching and mentoring
- Analytical thinking
- Professionalism
- Documentation and reporting
- Crisis intervention
- Medical device monitoring
- Cardiac monitors
- Palliative care
- Diagnostic procedures
- Task prioritization
- Effective communication
Timeline
Staff Nurse ICU
Geneva General Hospital
01.2026 - 05.2026
Staff Nurse
Sultan Qaboos University Hospital
03.2006 - 12.2025
Jail Officer/Jail Nurse
Bureau of Jail Management and Penology Philippines
07.1999 - 01.2006
Jail Officer 1 - Penology
Phil Public Safety College, Jail Training Institute
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Filamer Chistian University