RONALD GAGAN
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Compassionate Dialysis Nurse with over 20 years of experience on both Acute and Chronic settings. Provide detail-oriented care to Dialysis patients in accordance with standard of care, departmental policy, and practice guidelines. Promote an exceptional patient experience through compassion and fostering excellent nurse-patient relationships.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
ACUTE DIALYSIS NURSE
SOMATUS INC. (ALEXANDRIA HOSPITAL)
06.2017 - Current
- Provides acute hemodialysis treatment to patients admitted to hospital
- Independently performs assessment, initiation, monitoring and termination of acute dialysis treatment of compromised patient according to physician's order
- Explains to patient all the phases of treatment per physician's order
- Maintains effective channel of communications to all member of the interdisciplinary care team
- Perform analysis of patient's data; assess and monitor status of vascular access, review laboratory results, assess patient's condition throughout procedure and report any relevant changes or abnormalities to physicians.
ACUTE DIALYSIS NURSE
DA VITA INC. (STERLING /NORTHERN VA ACUTES)
01.2007 - 06.2017
- Provides acute hemodialysis treatment to patients admitted to hospital
- Independently performs assessment, initiation, monitoring and termination of acute dialysis treatment of compromised patient according to physician's order
- Explains to patient all the phases of treatment per physician's order
- Maintains effective channel of communications to all member of the interdisciplinary care team
- Perform analysis of patient's data; assess and monitor status of vascular access, review laboratory results, assess patient's condition throughout procedure and report any relevant changes or abnormalities to physicians.
CHARGE NURSE (EXEMPT), CLINICAL COORDINATOR
FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Assist Clinical Manager in the management of a 27 -station hemodialysis unit with 120-130 patient population
- Reinforce leadership skills by fulfilling managerial roles in the absence of Clinical Manager
- Work closely with the Clinical Manager and Multidisciplinary Care team to achieve the Quality and Financial goal per company's standard to be in the top 10% in the region.
CHARGE NURSE/ TEAM LEADER
FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
01.2005 - 01.2014
- Perform charge nurse duties for daily operation of 24 station hemodialysis unit (12 station per 1 nurse), Responsible for the application of dialysis nursing skills the delivery of treatment including venipuncture, catheter care, medication administration, anemia management, blood draws, wound care, recognition of cardiac arrest and performance of CPR
- Record, interpret and report patient responses to treatment and needs with the appropriate member of the interdisciplinary care team
- Prepare, monitor and maintain dialysis machines and systems.
ACUTE DIALYSIS NURSE
VIRGINIA HOSPITAL CENTER
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Provides acute hemodialysis treatment to patients admitted to hospital
- Independently performs assessment, initiation, monitoring and termination of acute dialysis treatment of compromised patient according to physician's order
- Explains to patient all the phases of treatment per physician's order
- Maintains effective channel of communications to all member of the interdisciplinary care team
- Perform analysis of patient's data; assess and monitor status of vascular access, review laboratory results, assess patient's condition throughout procedure and report any relevant changes or abnormalities to physicians.
CHARGE NURSE/ TEAM LEADER
DA VITA INC. CONTINENTAL DIALYSIS
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Perform charge nurse duties for daily operation of 24 station hemodialysis unit (12 station per 1 nurse), Responsible for the application of dialysis nursing skills the delivery of treatment including venipuncture, catheter care, medication administration, anemia management, blood draws, wound care, recognition of cardiac arrest and performance of CPR
- Record, interpret and report patient responses to treatment and needs with the appropriate member of the interdisciplinary care team
- Prepare, monitor and maintain dialysis machines and systems.
STAFF NURSE, HEMODIALYSIS/ PLASMAPHERESIS UNIT
BEAUMONT HOSPITAL
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Increased employee productivity by implementing efficient work processes and time management strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
- Streamlined office operations by organizing filing systems, managing schedules, and maintaining accurate records.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
STAFF NURSE, HEMODIALYSIS UNIT
NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF MALAYSIA
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Maynila
INTRAMUROS MANILA PHILIPPINES04.1994
High School Diploma -
Victorino Mapa High School
SAN MIGUEL, MANILA PHILIPPINES04.1990
Skills
- Ability to work under pressure with patience Strong communication and interpersonal skills Computer literate with several healthcare computer systems Able to multi-task
- Quality Improvement
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Cultural Competence
- Anemia Management
- Vascular Access Management
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Hemodialysis Procedures
References
- RAMON MENDEZ, MD, FASN, FACP, NOVA Nephrology and Clinical Research, LLC, 13000 Harbor Center Dr Suite 250, Woodbridge, VA, 22192, 571-285-2614 (office); 571-212-2763 (mobile)
- IRMINDRA RANA, MD, KDPNVA (Kidney Disease Hypertension and Primary Care, 611 S Carlin Spring RD, Arlington, VA, 22204, 703-998-0480 (office); 703-282-6080 (mobile)
Timeline
ACUTE DIALYSIS NURSE
SOMATUS INC. (ALEXANDRIA HOSPITAL)
06.2017 - Current
CHARGE NURSE (EXEMPT), CLINICAL COORDINATOR
FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
01.2014 - 01.2015
ACUTE DIALYSIS NURSE
VIRGINIA HOSPITAL CENTER
01.2009 - 01.2010
ACUTE DIALYSIS NURSE
DA VITA INC. (STERLING /NORTHERN VA ACUTES)
01.2007 - 06.2017
CHARGE NURSE/ TEAM LEADER
FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
01.2005 - 01.2014
CHARGE NURSE/ TEAM LEADER
DA VITA INC. CONTINENTAL DIALYSIS
01.2005 - 01.2007
STAFF NURSE, HEMODIALYSIS/ PLASMAPHERESIS UNIT
BEAUMONT HOSPITAL
01.2000 - 01.2005
STAFF NURSE, HEMODIALYSIS UNIT
NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF MALAYSIA
01.1996 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Maynila
High School Diploma -
Victorino Mapa High School
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