Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with over 14 years of experience in PACU and ER settings. Adept at patient assessments, documentation, and education, ensuring high standards of care and comfort during recovery. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and timely interventions.
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
15 Years 4 Months
Summerlin Hospital | 06.2011 - Current
Provided post-anesthesia care to patients, ensuring safety and comfort during recovery.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patient responses to anesthesia interventions.
Collaborated with surgical teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Educated patients and families on postoperative care instructions and pain management strategies.
Implemented quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing recovery times and complications.
Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
ER Registered Nurse
1 Year 11 Months
Desert Springs Hospital | 07.2009 - 06.2011
Administered critical care interventions to stabilize patients in emergency situations.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Monitored and documented vital signs, ensuring timely response to changes in patient status.
Educated patients and families on treatment options, promoting informed decision-making.
Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
ER Registered Nurse
1 Year 10 Months
Memorial Hospital Los Banos | 09.2007 - 07.2009
Streamlined triage process, enhancing patient flow and reducing wait times significantly.
Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and care standards across the department.
Analyzed patient data to identify trends, informing strategic decisions for resource allocation and staffing needs.
Registered Nurse, Surgery
8 Months
Memorial Hospital Los Banos | 01.2007 - 09.2007
Coordinated pre-operative assessments and patient education to ensure optimal surgical outcomes.
Monitored patient vital signs and responses during surgical procedures, ensuring immediate intervention when necessary.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for surgical patients.
Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety and reducing post-operative complications.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
4 Years 1 Month
Memorial Hospital Los Banos | 12.2002 - 01.2007
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes to ensure timely interventions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
Educated patients and families on post-operative care and health management strategies.
Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Santo Tomas | Manila, Philippines | 03.1995
Skills
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
Professional bedside manner
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Registered Nurse, PACU at The Orthopedic Surgical Center Of Montana (Alpine)Registered Nurse, PACU at The Orthopedic Surgical Center Of Montana (Alpine)