WINJILYN GUTANG
Dundee,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
04.2019 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Perpetual Succour Hospital
09.2006 - 08.2013
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed caseload of 9 to 13 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments and IV therapy.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Doctors' University
Cebu, Philippines03-2006
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Clinical Judgment
- Patient Management
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Education
- Basic Life Support
- Care Planning
- Medication and IV administration
- Complex Problem-solving
Certification
- Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2030
- Basic Life Support Training - December 5, 2024 to December 5, 2026
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
04.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Perpetual Succour Hospital
09.2006 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Doctors' University