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Ricardo Cruz Jr

New York,NY

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration and patient assessments at Justice Jose Abad Santos General Hospital. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and effective communication. Skilled in crisis intervention and fostering teamwork, contributing to a culture of safety and high-quality patient care.

Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Overview

5
years of professional experience

Work History

Justice Jose Abad Santos General Hospital

Registered Nurse
01.2010 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • 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.

Education

Nueva Ecija Colleges
Cagayan Valley Road , Cabanatuan City

Bachelor of Science from Nursing Education
08-2005

University Overview

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Plans,renders, and evaluates nursing care to patient according to individual needs
  • Carries out doctor's order properly, accurately and efficiently
  • Takes and records vital signs
  • Renders comfort measures and symptomatic relief
  • Renders emergency measures and palliative care to critically ill patients
  • Confers with doctors regarding possible discharge of patients observations of physical or behavioral manifestations of patients change in medication or prescription of patients, referrals to other departments
  • Gives health teaching to patients and relatives
  • Makes frequent rounds to monitor patient's condition

Timeline

Registered Nurse
Justice Jose Abad Santos General Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2015
Nueva Ecija Colleges
Bachelor of Science from Nursing Education
Ricardo Cruz Jr