THOMAS M. ORIGENES
Miami,FL
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
West Kendall Baptist Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Medical Center
11.2018 - 06.2021
- Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer service standards.
- Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
- Directs Patient Care Technician’s provision of safe and effective delivery of chronic hemodialysis therapy to patients in compliance with standards outlined in the facility policy procedure manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
- Delegates tasks to all direct patient care staff including but not limited to LVN/LPNs, Patient Care Technicians, and Dialysis Assistants.
- Assesses daily patient care needs and develops appropriate patient care assignments.
- Provides ongoing education to patients regarding their renal disease, vascular access and dialysis therapy, and other related health conditions.
- Educates patients regarding laboratory values and the relationship to adequate dialysis therapy, compliance with treatment schedule, medications, and fluid.
- Assesses patients’ response to hemodialysis treatment therapy, making appropriate adjustments and modifications to the treatment plan as indicated by the prescribing physician. Communicates problems or concerns to the Team Leader or physician.
- Reviews, transcribes, and enters physician lab orders accurately into the Medical Information System.
- Ensures correct labs tubes are utilized for prescribed lab specimens and that lab draw and processing procedures are performed appropriately for all lab samples.
- Reports alert/panic and abnormal labs results to appropriate physician.
- Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiates CPR and emergency measures in the event of a cardiac and/or respiratory arrest.
- Ensures verification and availability of adequate emergency equipment.
- Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification if indicated.
- Ensures a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in the dialysis facility treatment area.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Center
05.2016 - 10.2018
- Evaluate vascular access for patency and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
- Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight. Report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
- Perform vascular access cannulation and report any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
- Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
- Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
Unit Clerk (per Diem)
Kendall Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Managed patient records and ensured accuracy of information in electronic medical systems.
- Coordinated schedules for medical staff and facilitated effective communication within departments.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary supplies for daily operations.
- Trained new clerical staff on office procedures and software utilization, promoting consistency in operations.
- Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
- Organized patient charts, enhancing the flow of information among healthcare providers and contributing to better-informed treatment decisions.
Staff Nurse
Sta. Lucia Health Care Centre
04.2006 - 04.2008
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Unciano Medical Center
Manila, Philippines01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Don Bosco Technical College
Mandaluyong, Philippines01.2001
Skills
- Clinical and Technical Skills
- Critical Thinking ans Assessment
- Adaptability
- Work Time Management
- Empathy and Compassion
Certification
- Registered Nurse – State of Florida (License No.: 9494231)
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician – State of Florida
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Provider Certified
- Registered Nurse - Philippines
Timeline
Registered Nurse
West Kendall Baptist Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Medical Center
11.2018 - 06.2021
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Center
05.2016 - 10.2018
Unit Clerk (per Diem)
Kendall Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 05.2016
Staff Nurse
Sta. Lucia Health Care Centre
04.2006 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Unciano Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Don Bosco Technical College
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