Registered Nurse with 13 years of experience. Specializing in hemodialysis, demonstrating a strong track record of improving patient outcomes through effective communication and clinical expertise. Skilled in implementing health promotion strategies and enhancing patient education to ensure adherence to best practices in nursing care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procedural RN - Hemodialysis
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
Round Rock, TEXAS
06.2023 - Current
Provided direct patient care in dialysis unit, conducting pre and post-treatment evaluations.
Recognized and addressed potential complications during treatment sessions promptly.
Consulted with nephrologists on complex cases requiring specialized interventions.
Ensured compliance with regulations and standards for hemodialysis nursing practice.
Educated patients on managing end-stage renal disease symptoms and lifestyle changes.
Maintained accurate records of treatments, including medications and lab values.
Responded to emergency situations swiftly to deliver optimal care and life-saving interventions.
Advocated for patient needs within interdisciplinary teams, implementing effective treatment plans.
Nurse II (Charge Nurse) -Hemodialysis
Luis Hora Memorial Regional Hospital
Bauko, Mt. Province
10.2017 - 06.2023
Company Overview: Luis Hora Memorial Regional Hospital is located at Abatan, Bauko, Mountain Province Cordillera Administrative Region, a government owned referral hospital for hospital within Mountain Province, Ilocos Sur, Ifugao and Bugias, and is a DOH Covid-19 referral Hospital - a 200 bed level 2 accredited Hospital and Certified by the Department of Health and an ISO 9001:2015 Certified by the Bureau Veritas (Certificate No.: PHL21003)
Facilitate safe, quality hemodialysis treatments to both out-patients, in-patients and ICU patient in a hospital based hemodialysis unit by following high standard practices
Provide essential nursing care to all patients suffering kidney disease, chronic and acute
Develop nursing care plan for newly diagnosed patients who will undergo renal replacement therapy
Educate patients, family members and care giver on safe practices and meal planning designed for CKD patients to prevent acute complications
Monitor, evaluate and report patient's status and response to both hemodialysis treatment and maintenance medication
Integrate current updates and trends on hemodialysis treatment to further improve quality of life of patients suffering kidney disease
Adheres to Data Privacy
Proper Communication & Documentation
Head to Toe assessment
Assists Doctor's Rounds
Assessing and Proper Carrying out of Doctor's orders
Medication administration
Intravenous therapy
Blood Transfusion
Blood Sugar monitoring
Suctioning
NGT insertion, Tube Feeding
Pain assessment & management
Coordination with Team members
Efficient Time Management and Task Delegation
Heath Teaching
Ostomy and Wound Care
Pre and Post op monitoring
Code Blue Management
Infection Control
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
Fall Prevention
Patient transfer and transport
Hospital Information System Management
Luis Hora Memorial Regional Hospital is located at Abatan, Bauko, Mountain Province Cordillera Administrative Region, a government owned referral hospital for hospital within Mountain Province, Ilocos Sur, Ifugao and Bugias, and is a DOH Covid-19 referral Hospital - a 200 bed level 2 accredited Hospital and Certified by the Department of Health and an ISO 9001:2015 Certified by the Bureau Veritas (Certificate No.: PHL21003)
Equipment handled: BBRAUN Dialog +, Reverse Osmosis water system and Portable R.O
Company Overview: Luis Hora Memorial Regional Hospital is located at Abatan, Bauko, Mountain Province Cordillera Administrative Region, a government owned referral hospital for hospital within Mountain Province, Ilocos Sur, Ifugao and Bugias, and is a DOH Covid-19 referral Hospital - a 200 bed level 2 accredited Hospital and Certified by the Department of Health and an ISO 9001:2015 Certified by the Bureau Veritas (Certificate No.: PHL21003)
As a nurse assigned in the medical department/ MICU it is my duty to care for patients who require different levels of care from simple to complex and to collaborate with the different health care providers to meet the desired goal for patient
Assessing, observing and reporting on the condition of patients;
Preparing patients for operations and procedures;
Recording pulse, temperature and respiration and keeping accurate records of these observations;
Setting up drips and blood transfusions;
Maintaining and checking intravenous infusions;
Administering drugs and injections;
Assisting with tests and evaluations;
Responding quickly to emergencies;
Explaining treatment and procedures to enable parents/guardians to consent to treatment;
Supporting, advising and educating patients and close relatives;
Engaging in and promoting multidisciplinary teamwork, including working alongside specialist doctors and nurses, health visitors, social workers, radiographers and physiotherapists;
Observing strict hygiene and safety rules and ensuring that visitors also observe any rules on the ward or unit;
Writing reports and updating records before completing a shift
Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of the Medical Department
Maintains optimum standards of nursing care in accordance to ISO 9001:2015 Standards
Company Overview: Luis Hora Memorial Regional Hospital is located at Abatan, Bauko, Mountain Province Cordillera Administrative Region, a government owned referral hospital for hospital within Mountain Province, Ilocos Sur, Ifugao and Bugias, and is a DOH Covid-19 referral Hospital - a 200 bed level 2 accredited Hospital and Certified by the Department of Health and an ISO 9001:2015 Certified by the Bureau Veritas (Certificate No.: PHL21003)
As a pediatric nurse, I work with children of all ages suffering from many different conditions.
I play a key role in assessing every child's nursing needs, taking into account their medical, social, cultural, and family circumstances.
I also plan and deliver care in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, homes, and in the community, as well as during transfers between these settings.
To include care and support for children and young people and work alongside with their families in conjunction with other healthcare professionals
Assessing, observing and reporting on the condition of patients;
Preparing patients for operations and procedures;
Recording pulse, temperature and respiration and keeping accurate records of these observations;
Setting up drips and blood transfusions;
Maintaining and checking intravenous infusions;
Administering drugs and injections;
Assisting with tests and evaluations;
Responding quickly to emergencies;
Explaining treatment and procedures to enable parents/guardians to consent to treatment;
Supporting, advising and educating patients and close relatives;
Engaging in and promoting multidisciplinary teamwork, including working alongside specialist doctors and nurses, health visitors, social workers, radiographers and physiotherapists;
Observing strict hygiene and safety rules and ensuring that visitors also observe any rules on the ward or unit;
Company Overview: Luis Hora Memorial Regional Hospital is located at Abatan, Bauko, Mountain Province Cordillera Administrative Region, a government owned referral hospital for hospital within Mountain Province, Ilocos Sur, Ifugao and Bugias, and is a DOH Covid-19 referral Hospital - a 200 bed level 2 accredited Hospital and Certified by the Department of Health and an ISO 9001:2015 Certified by the Bureau Veritas (Certificate No.: PHL21003)
As a nurse assigned in the Emergency Room it is my duty to care for patients who require immediate care and treatment from simple to complex while utilizing triage and proper prioritization while collaborating with the different health care providers to meet the desired goal for patients
Quickly and accurately assess and triage patient care needs
Work collaboratively with doctors and staff to provide exceptional care
Perform all requested diagnostic tests
Diagnose and develop treatment plans collaboratively with members of the healthcare team
Company Overview: Luis Hora Memorial Regional Hospital is located in Abatan, Bauko, Mountain Province, Cordillera Administrative Region. It is a government-owned referral hospital for patients within Mountain Province, Ilocos Sur, Ifugao, and Bugias, and is a DOH Covid-19 referral hospital—a 200-bed, level 2 accredited hospital, certified by the Department of Health and ISO 9001:2015 certified by the Bureau Veritas (Certificate No.: PHL21003).
Assess patients condition before surgery
Ensure that the Operating Room is prepared with all necessary supplies, implants, instrumentation, and equipment
Keep the operating room sterilized
Position the patient on operating table
Pass medical instruments to the surgeons during operation
Monitor patient's vital signs
Evaluate postoperative patients
Reviews charts for completeness, in accordance to documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure
Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards
Communicate with patients, teammates, and physicians to ensure continuity of care
Monitor and time contractions during labor and delivery;
Administer epidurals (pain management) and other medications;
Assist the doctor in inducing labor
Monitor the vital signs of the mother and the heart rate of the baby;
Monitor for potentially dangerous complications of medications commonly given during labor and delivery;
Communicate with the doctor to provide timely and accurate information;
Identify complications and notify the doctor;
Prepare for cesarean (c-section) delivery, including emergency c-sections
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