Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience, excelling in patient education and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and strategic thinking. An entrepreneurial mindset drives innovative solutions, fostering teamwork and collaboration to optimize patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Online Business Entrepreneur
Self-employeed
09.2022 - Current
Developed and executed business strategies to drive growth and enhance brand visibility.
Established partnerships with suppliers and vendors to optimize procurement processes and reduce costs.
Mentored aspiring entrepreneurs, providing guidance on business planning, financial management, and operations.
Participated in industry conferences, networking with peers and staying informed about emerging trends and technologies.
Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2022
RN Multiple Unit (Observation/Med-Surg/Ambulatory Day Surgery Phase II)
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify needs and formulate appropriate interventions.
Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining high standards of patient safety and hygiene practices.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments, ensuring adherence to care plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care strategies.
Educated patients and families on health management, promoting effective communication and understanding of treatment protocols.
Assisted in the training of new nursing staff, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing.
Registered Nurse
Florida Hospital Heartland Medical Center
10.2013 - 05.2018
RN Med-Surg
Administered medications and monitored patient's vital signs for timely intervention.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Mentored junior nurses in clinical procedures and best practices for patient safety.
Evaluated patient outcomes, adjusting care plans to enhance recovery processes.
Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate patient data management and reporting.
Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs, ensuring comprehensive care delivery.
Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
Registered Nurse
Okeechobee Health Care Facility
12.2011 - 09.2013
RN Skilled Nursing Facility
Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Assisted in the training of new nursing staff, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse
Davao Oriental Provincial Medical Center
06.1994 - 05.2011
RN Multiple Units (Med-Surg/OB-GYN/Peds)
Educated patients and families on post-operative care and health maintenance strategies.
Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
Contributed to a positive work culture by serving as a mentor for new nurses and participating in shared governance initiatives within the organization.
Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
Decreased medication errors by diligently following the five rights of medication administration and double-checking orders with pharmacy staff when necessary.
Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Streamlined nursing workflows by effectively delegating tasks to ancillary staff according to scope of practice guidelines.
Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Mentored junior nurses in clinical procedures and best practices for patient safety.
Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.