Syvel Caharian

Work History

Sanford Health

Fargo, ND

09.2017 - Current

Provided outstanding patient care, performed assessments, and interventions at a 16-bed ICU unit for medical-surgical patients.
Assessed patients’ condition, notified physicians of clinical changes as well as prepared and implemented patient care plans.
Monitored vital signs, adequacy of ventilation, and levels of consciousness and pain.
Administered medications as determined by the patient’s condition (IV, Sub-Q,etc.)
Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families’ cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Followed all HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.

Capitol University Medical Center

Cagayan De Oro, Phillippines

01.2017 - 05.2017

Provided patient care, performed assessments, and interventions at an 18-bed ICU unit for trauma, medical-surgical and neuro patients.
Assessed patients’ condition, notified physicians of clinical changes as well as prepared and implemented patient care plans.
Monitored vital signs, adequacy of ventilation, and levels of consciousness and pain.
Administered medications as determined by the patient’s condition (IV, Sub-Q, IM, ID,etc.)
Communicated the patient’s condition to family members in a compassionate and non-technical manner.

Capitol University Medical City

Cagayan De Oro , Philippines

09.2005 - 11.2012

Provided patient care, performed assessments, and interventions at a 18-bed ICU unit for trauma and medical-surgical patients.
Assessed patients’ condition, notified physicians of clinical changes as well as prepared and implemented patient care plans.
Monitored vital signs, adequacy of ventilation, and levels of consciousness and pain.
Administered medications as determined by the patient’s condition (IV, Sub-Q, IM, ID, etc.)
Communicated the patient’s condition to family members in a compassionate and non-technical manner.

Capitol University Medical Center

Cagayan De Oro, Philippines

07.2005 - 09.2005

Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 140-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 5 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, nursing aides, technicians and unit clerks.
Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of medical-surgical patients in challenging environment.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.