Rosemond Cruz
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Francis Hospital
Wilmington, DE
11.2014 - 12.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
Wilmington, DE
02.2010 - 10.2014
- Utilized Nursing process to assess plan, implement and evaluate patient’s care
- Delivery of patient care safely and effectively
- Carry out specific treatments and procedures as ordered by physician
- Collaborated across departments to meet residents' long-term care needs.
- Developed and implemented patient management plans and helped provision continuity of care.
- Managed medication passes and treatment schedules to verify proper administration.
- Responded promptly to changes in conditions and emergency situations to deliver expert care in line with good practices and patients' wishes.
- Provided emotional support to residents and their families during difficult times.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Aston Home Health
Wilmington, DE
10.2009 - 02.2014
- Participated in team meetings to discuss treatment options for complex cases.
- Provided education and counseling on health promotion, risk reduction strategies, disease prevention and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing new information or changes in a patient's condition.
- Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments provided by consulting specialists or other providers involved in a patient's care plan.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions according to established protocols.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Collaborated with physicians on patient medications, medical needs and performance.
- Developed patient care plans, overall patient health assessments and evaluations.
- Coordinated discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams ensuring safe transitions back into the community.
- Monitored patient progress through regular follow-up appointments and assessments.
- Managed caseloads involving multiple chronic illnesses across various settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities or private homes.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Hoboken University Medical Center
Hoboken, NJ
12.2009 - 05.2010
- Provided direct patient care in a variety of settings including acute care, long-term care, home health and outpatient clinics.
- Provided assistance with mobility training such as transfers, ambulation techniques using assistive devices like walkers or canes.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized rehabilitation programs for patients.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay current with best practices related to rehabilitative nursing services.
- Counseled patients about appropriate self-care strategies for managing chronic medical conditions.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center
Wilmington, DE
02.2009 - 08.2009
- Provided direct patient care in a variety of settings including acute care, long-term care, home health and outpatient clinics.
- Provided assistance with mobility training such as transfers, ambulation techniques using assistive devices like walkers or canes.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized rehabilitation programs for patients.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay current with best practices related to rehabilitative nursing services.
- Counseled patients about appropriate self-care strategies for managing chronic medical conditions.
- Supervised physical therapy aides and monitored their performance ensuring quality standards were met.
- Supported family members during recovery process by providing emotional support and guidance.
- Coordinated communication between therapy staff, family members and other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care plan.
Nursing Home Registered Nurse
Cokesbury Village
Wilmington, DE
11.2008 - 01.2009
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, weight and height.
- Responded quickly to any changes in a resident's condition or behavior by initiating appropriate interventions or notifying the physician and healthcare team member immediately.
- Worked collaboratively with other departments such as dietary, housekeeping, recreation therapy to meet the needs of each resident.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments based upon resident outcomes.
- Attended meetings with community agencies to discuss discharge planning options for residents.
Clinic Registered Nurse
Family medical & Associates
Wilmington, DE
01.2006 - 09.2008
- Provided leadership role in developing new clinical programs within the clinic setting.
- Monitored medication regimens for appropriateness; made necessary adjustments when needed.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies, procedures and protocols.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health promotion topics.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while ensuring accuracy in work product.
- Recorded medical information in electronic medical records system.
- Provided direct patient care, such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and providing wound care.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of staff, patients and families about healthcare needs and treatment options.
Registered Nurse Scrub/Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Wittybush General Hospital/ Ambulatory Day Surgery
Wales, UK
10.2001 - 11.2005
- Pre operative patients assessment
- Demonstrates competence as a scrub and circulator role’s across all specialities
- Provide skilled assistance to the surgical team in both elective and emergency procedures
- Prepare all instruments and sets and additional resources available for each case in order to maintain a high level of of individualized patient care within a multi- disciplinary team
- Providing care for patient undergoing all forms of anesthesia, possess an in depth knowledge of the different forms and effects of anesthesia
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Dr. Erfan & Bagedo General Hospital
Jeddah , KSA
03.1992 - 09.2000
- Identify and assess patient problems
- Attend to the most life threatening conditions of patient , priorities nursing actions according to standard procedures and hospital policies
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Facilitated discharge planning process to ensure continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Muntinlupa Medical Center
Muntinlupa , Philipines
12.1989 - 12.1991
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Perpetual Help College
Manila, Philippines 03-1989
Skills
- Clinical Skills
- Critical thinking
- Good communication skills
- Able to adapt in any environment
- Work well with others
- Ability to work under pressure
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Wound Care
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Care Coordination
- Documentation
- Patient Examination
- Case Management
- Trauma Recovery
- Surgical Assistance
- Analytical Skills
- Patient Care Assessment
CERTIFICATION
- BLS CERTIFIED
- ACLS CERTIFIED
- NIHSS CERTIFICATION
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Francis Hospital
11.2014 - 12.2023
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
02.2010 - 10.2014
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Hoboken University Medical Center
12.2009 - 05.2010
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Aston Home Health
10.2009 - 02.2014
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center
02.2009 - 08.2009
Nursing Home Registered Nurse
Cokesbury Village
11.2008 - 01.2009
Clinic Registered Nurse
Family medical & Associates
01.2006 - 09.2008
Registered Nurse Scrub/Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Wittybush General Hospital/ Ambulatory Day Surgery
10.2001 - 11.2005
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Dr. Erfan & Bagedo General Hospital
03.1992 - 09.2000
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Muntinlupa Medical Center
12.1989 - 12.1991
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Perpetual Help College
Similar Profiles
Victor PorterVictor Porter
Patient Companion at St Francis HospitalPatient Companion at St Francis Hospital
Aleksandra ChwaliszAleksandra Chwalisz
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse at Ascension St. Francis HospitalMedical Surgical Charge Nurse at Ascension St. Francis Hospital
Melanie KleinMelanie Klein
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at St Francis HospitalRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at St Francis Hospital