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Richard Santos

Greenville,NC

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Medical / Surgical Nurse position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

ECU Health Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.

Medical ICU Registered Nurse

The Royal Hospital
11.2013 - 12.2021
  • Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
  • Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment, adhering to infection control protocols and promoting patient comfort.
  • Administered blood products according to established protocols, closely monitoring patients for transfusion reactions or complications.
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Improved communication among healthcare team members by initiating daily huddles and interdisciplinary rounds in the ICU setting.
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.

OR Nurse

Al Oshra Internation Hospital
02.2012 - 03.2013
  • Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing exceptional care and maintaining a sterile operating environment.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction with compassionate care during preoperative preparation, intraoperative support, and postoperative recovery.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant medical information, promoting effective communication among healthcare providers.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs and administered medications per physician orders or good practices.

PACU Nurse

Dar Al Fuad Hospital
12.2008 - 12.2010
  • Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control standards and maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Optimized patient flow in the PACU by efficiently managing bed assignments and coordinating discharge planning.
  • Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
  • Educated patients and families on post-surgery expectations, care instructions, and follow-up appointments to support successful recoveries.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Our Lady of Fatima University
Quezon City, Philippines
03.2006

Skills

  • Cardiac monitors
  • Collecting vitals
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • EMR / EHR
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Intravenous therapy

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

ECU Health Medical Center
01.2022 - Current

Medical ICU Registered Nurse

The Royal Hospital
11.2013 - 12.2021

OR Nurse

Al Oshra Internation Hospital
02.2012 - 03.2013

PACU Nurse

Dar Al Fuad Hospital
12.2008 - 12.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Our Lady of Fatima University

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