Sheila Gay Ortega
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with experienced in patient care, strong organizational skills eager to secure Registered Nurse position. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Villas
Honolulu, HI
2025 - 05.2026
- Delivered skilled nursing care to post-acute and rehabilitation patients recovering from surgery, illness, injury, and complex medical conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications safely and accurately, including oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous therapies.
- Managed and monitored IV therapy, including peripheral IV maintenance, medication administration, fluid therapy, and assessment for complications.
- Performed comprehensive wound assessments, dressing changes, wound vacuum (VAC) management, and pressure injury prevention and treatment.
- Provided enteral feeding care, including PEG tube management, medication administration via feeding tubes, and monitoring of nutritional status and feeding tolerance.
- Assessed patients’ physical and clinical status, monitored vital signs, and promptly reported changes in condition to providers and interdisciplinary team members.
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans to promote recovery, rehabilitation, and optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, pharmacists, dietitians, and case managers to support patient rehabilitation goals and discharge planning.
- Educated patients and families regarding medications, disease processes, wound care, nutrition, and post-discharge care requirements.
- Maintained accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation in compliance with regulatory and facility standards.
- Ensured compliance with infection prevention protocols, medication safety standards, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Responded effectively to medical emergencies and changes in patient condition, utilizing clinical judgment and evidence-based nursing practices.
- Managed care for patients with chronic illnesses including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disorders, neurological conditions, and post-surgical recovery
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility training, fall prevention strategies, and restorative nursing interventions.
Wound Care Technician
Queens Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Assisted physicians in complex wound care procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Responsible for cleaning, applying dressings and compression wraps to various types of wounds.
- Assisted nurses with new wound assessments, wound type, size and severity
- Skillfully operated advanced wound care equipment (negative pressure wound therapy), maintaining a safe and sterile environment for patients.
- Inventory management, ensuring adequate supplies were always available for timely wound care treatments.
- Provided compassionate support to patients undergoing painful or uncomfortable procedures, easing their anxiety during the process.
Nurse Assistant
Queens Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
05.2015 - 05.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Emptied wound drains, ostomy bags, foley catheter.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Philippine Rehabilitation Institute
Philippines10.2011
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication Administration (Oral, IV, IM, Subcutaneous)
- Intravenous (IV) Therapy and Infusion Management
- Wound Assessment and Wound Care Managemen
- Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (Wound VAC)
- Enteral Feeding (PEG, G-Tube, NG Tube Management)
- Tube Feeding Administration and Monitoring
- Patient Assessment and Monitoring
- Care Planning and Coordination
- Post-Acute and Rehabilitation NursingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Post-Surgical Recovery Care
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Pain Assessment and Management
- Diabetes Management and Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Catheter Care and Urinary Management
- Patient assessments
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- IV setup
- Professional bedside manner
Timeline
Wound Care Technician
Queens Medical Center
05.2022 - 11.2024
Nurse Assistant
Queens Medical Center
05.2015 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Philippine Rehabilitation Institute
Registered Nurse
The Villas
2025 - 05.2026