AYLIN BALLESTEROS
Waterville,Nova Scotia
Summary
Registered Nurse with 9 years of Cardiac Care Unit experience, including 3 years as a Charge Nurse, providing leadership in high-acuity environments. Skilled in transitional nursing, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary coordination, supporting patients as they recover from acute illness and transition safely to rehabilitation and home. Committed to compassionate, patient-centered care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)
Grand View Manor
Berwick, Nova Scotia
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with personal care, mobility, and daily activities.
- Monitored and reported changes in resident condition to the nursing team, contributing to individualized care plans.
- Supported rehabilitation goals by encouraging exercises, mobility, and participation in therapy programs.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering a safe and compassionate environment.
- Maintained cleanliness, infection control, and safety standards in resident rooms and common areas.
- Documented care activities accurately in compliance with facility policies and standards.
CCU Charge Nurse
Al Ahsa Hospital
, KSA
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Led daily unit operations including staff assignments, patient flow, and resource allocation.
- Provided clinical guidance and mentorship to nursing staff and new hires.
- Coordinated care during emergencies and ensured adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Acted as Liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management.
- Supported quality improvement initiatives and unit policy implementation.
- KSA
CCU Staff Nurse
Al Ahsa Hospital
, KSA
09.2014 - 09.2020
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute cardiac conditions including MI, arrythmias, heart failure, post- cardiac procedures.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and hemodynamic status using telemetry and advanced monitoring equipment.
- Administered medications safely in accordance with hospital policies and physician orders.
- Collaborated with cardiologists, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
- KSA
General Ward (Surgery, Pediatric, OB Gyne)
World Citi Medical Center
03.2013 - 04.2014
- Delivered direct patient care for diverse medical conditions.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient's condition to the nursing team.
- Administered medications and treatments safely following protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care and smooth transitions.
- Maintained infection control, hygiene, safety, and accurate documentation standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Paul University
Philippines10.2010
Skills
- Acute and Critical Care Nursing
- Cardiac and Telemetry Nursing
- Code Blue and Emergency Response
- Discharge planning and coordination
- Documentation (EMR/EHR)
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Leadership and Staff Coordination
- Medication Administration
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Assessment and Care Planning
Certification
• NCLEX- RN Passer, 03/01/25
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (ACLS)
• IELTS Passer - Overall Band 6.5
• Occupational English Test Passer
• Saudi Commission for Specialties Prometric Exam Passer (Rating of 69%)
• Board passer of the Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination (Rating of 80.2%)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (ACLS)
• IELTS Passer - Overall Band 6.5
• Occupational English Test Passer
• Saudi Commission for Specialties Prometric Exam Passer (Rating of 69%)
• Board passer of the Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination (Rating of 80.2%)
List Of Competencies
- Acute Wound, Drain and Sterile dressing care
- Bed bathing, shampooing and perineal care
- Documentation
- Enteral feeding
- Falls precautions
- Infection prevention and control
- Medication administration and calculation
- Moving and handling patient
- Oxygen administration
- Pain management, assessment, re-assessment and vital signs
- Patient teaching
- Pressure Ulcer prevention and care
Languages
- English
- Filipino
- Arabic
Cases Handled
- Acute Coronary Syndrome (Unstable Angina/NSTEMI)
- Acute Decompensated Heart Failure/Pulmonary Edema of Cardiogenic Shock
- Administration of selected continuous infusion cardiac medications
- Chest pain of suspected origin
- Complex Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
- Hypertensive Urgency and emergency
- Pericardial Disease
- ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and post infarction
- Syncope of suspected cardiac origin
- Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) Pulmonary Embolism for thrombolytic therapy
Equipment Handled
- Accucheck Glucometer
- Biotronik External Temporary Pacemaker
- GE Dash 5000 Cardiac Monitor
- GE Echocardiography Machine
- GE Tuffsat Pulse oximeter
- Hill-Rom Hospital Bed
- Hospira A+ Triple Lumen Infusion Pump
- Nihon-Khoden Defibrillator (Biphasic)
- Nihon Khoden ECG machine
- Welchen Digital Thermometer
Timeline
Continuing Care Assistant (CCA)
Grand View Manor
11.2023 - Current
CCU Charge Nurse
Al Ahsa Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2023
CCU Staff Nurse
Al Ahsa Hospital
09.2014 - 09.2020
General Ward (Surgery, Pediatric, OB Gyne)
World Citi Medical Center
03.2013 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Paul University