Vanessa Tolentino
Katy,TX
Summary
Highly skilled RN with PACU specialization. Possess critical thinking and decision-making abilities, ensuring optimal patient care during post-anesthesia stage. Proven leader in coordinating with healthcare teams to create personalized recovery plans. Effectively enhanced operational efficiency and improved patient outcomes through proactive management of recovery room procedures.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
RN PACU Central Staffing Solutions
Memorial Hermann Hospital
Katy, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Monitors and assess patients with Diverse complex conditions coming out from anesthesia ranging from ENT, orthopedics, general,OB-GYN,Urology, Neuro/spine, Vascular, Cardio-Thoracic, Endoscopy, Cath Lab and special procedures.
- Monitored patients' vital signs post-anesthesia to ensure stability and comfort.
- Assisted in recovery room operations, preparing equipment for incoming patients.
- Handled Infant, Children and Adults removing from anesthesia.
- Maintained accurate records of patient's medical history, treatments provided, medications administered.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Managed medication administration according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when providing nursing care.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for patients.
PACU Relief CN
Houston Methodist Hospital
Katy, Texas
11.2018 - Current
- Collaborated PACU staff needs with surgeons, anesthesiologists, Bed management and making sure evening PACU Flow is smooth.
- Provided a Pediatric Cart (including toys) for pediatric patients to help relieved pain while recovering from anesthesia.
- Provided solutions in Spanish Barrier patients to communicate better while sedated in anesthesia.
- Using critical thinking in all aspects of recovery usually praised for having a good catch for patients declining from recovery.
- Recovering patients from anesthesia ranging from Neuro-spine, Cardio Vascular, plastics, ENT, OB GYN, general, urology, orthopedic patients.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist
Katy, TX
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Provided direct and indirect patient care in a Medical Intensive Care Unit.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Ensured that all nursing interventions were completed according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases or present case studies.
- Performed assessments of patients' conditions, including vital signs, physical exams, laboratory values.
- Managed ventilator settings and monitored ventilator alarms per protocol.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to patient safety or process improvement projects.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist
Houston, Texas
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Assisted with transition planning following discharge from rehabilitation program into community living environment.
- Provided assistance with mobility training such as transfers, ambulation techniques using assistive devices like walkers or canes.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
West Houston Medical Center
Houston, TX
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments based on patient's response to intervention.
- Provided assistance with mobility training such as transfers, ambulation techniques using assistive devices like walkers or canes.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
White Plains, New York
07.2012 - 06.2015
- Provided direct patient care in a variety of settings including acute care, long-term care, home health and outpatient clinics.
Registered Nurse
Brookhaven Nursing Home
Far Rockaway, New York
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for care delivery.
Registered Nurse
EEI Corporation
San Jose
05.2007 - 05.2008
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nueva Ecija Colleges
Philippines 06.2002 - 04.2006
Skills
BLS instructor
Proficient in IV ultrasound techniques
CVRN Certified
Accomplishments
- 2026 Bronze Medalist of Good Samaritan Nursing Excellence Award
Timeline
RN PACU Central Staffing Solutions
Memorial Hermann Hospital
06.2023 - Current
PACU Relief CN
Houston Methodist Hospital
11.2018 - Current
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist
11.2017 - 11.2018
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist
10.2015 - 10.2017
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
West Houston Medical Center
07.2015 - 07.2016
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2012 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse
Brookhaven Nursing Home
05.2010 - 05.2011
Registered Nurse
EEI Corporation
05.2007 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nueva Ecija Colleges
06.2002 - 04.2006