Compassionate Registered Nurse with a focus on patient advocacy, critical thinking, and direct patient care. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through meticulous assessments and effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Work History
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
7 Years 7 Months
Scenic Living Communities | 01.2019 - Current
Administered medication and treatments according to care plans for diverse patient needs.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to interdisciplinary team promptly.
Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care strategies.
Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety standards across units.
Conducted comprehensive assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of patient progress.
Advocated for patient rights, promoting dignity and respect in long-term care settings.
Implemented infection control measures to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections in the long-term care setting.
Provided skilled nursing assessments and interventions for complex medical conditions, enhancing patient outcomes.
Developed trusting relationships with patients and families by exhibiting empathy, active listening skills, and professionalism in all interactions.
Maintained accurate electronic health records, contributing to improved quality of care and regulatory compliance.
Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each resident's needs.
Reduced medication errors through meticulous documentation, verification, and administration of medications.
Managed wound care efficiently coordinating with wound specialists when necessary resulting in faster healing rates.
Promoted a safe and comfortable environment by implementing fall prevention strategies and regular safety checks.
Administered intravenous therapy monitoring patient response to treatment and promptly addressing any adverse reactions.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Nurse
8 Years 5 Months
Hansen Family Hospital | 03.2018 - Current
Administered preoperative assessments and patient education to ensure understanding of surgical processes.
Collaborated with surgical teams to develop and implement patient care plans, enhancing procedural efficiency.
Monitored patient vitals during surgeries, ensuring prompt identification and response to any complications.
Trained and mentored junior nurses on perioperative protocols, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
Implemented best practices for infection control, significantly improving patient outcomes in the operating room.
Streamlined instrument sterilization processes, reducing turnaround time between surgical procedures.
Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing perioperative workflows and patient satisfaction scores.
Evaluated and updated nursing policies based on evidence-based practices to enhance operational standards within the department.
Maintained compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and national nursing standards through diligent adherence to established protocols.
Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to new technologies and equipment within the operating room, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during surgeries.
Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering support before and after surgery.
Increased efficiency in the operating room by anticipating surgeon's needs during procedures and promptly providing required instruments or supplies.
Contributed to a positive work environment within the perioperative department through active participation in staff meetings.
Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and effectively communicating with the surgical team.
Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
Ensured accurate documentation of patient information by maintaining electronic health records in compliance with regulatory standards.
Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and streamline the surgical process.
Admitted, assessed and prepared ambulatory care patients for surgery in accordance with surgery center policies and individual patient needs.
Safeguarded confidential patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Evaluated patient's level of pain, implementing effective medications and pain management techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Maynila | Manila, Philippines | 04-2003