Rowena Santa Cruz
Registered Nurse
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Spring Valley Hospital, excelling in emergency procedures and compassionate patient advocacy. Proven clinical judgment and strong interpersonal communication skills enhance patient care and safety. Adept at managing complex caseloads and implementing effective pain management strategies, ensuring optimal recovery outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Spring Valley Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Managed caseload of patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Valley Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2024
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shady Grove Medical Center
03.2018 - 09.2021
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Brokenshire Hospital Integrated Health Ministries
02.2010 - 08.2016
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Collected, labeled, and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Davao Doctors College
Davao City, Philippines03-2008
Skills
- Healthcare ethics
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing performance assessment
- Interpersonal communication
- Delegation and motivation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Quality improvement
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Spring Valley Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Valley Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shady Grove Medical Center
03.2018 - 09.2021
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Brokenshire Hospital Integrated Health Ministries
02.2010 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Davao Doctors College
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