Bernadette De Leon
Alhambra
Summary
Medical professional with focus on delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments. Recognized for ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams. Strong critical thinking and patient management skills
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
- 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 five 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.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Docs Health Spine And Orthopedics
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered pain medications and monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining sterile environment and following proper protocols during surgeries.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring surgical procedures and anticipating surgeon's needs.
- Assisted with patient respiratory needs by administering oxygen, applying suction and jaw thrust.
- Supported successful surgical procedures by coordinating communication between surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other team members.
RN, PACU
Docs Health Spine And Orthopedics
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications post-surgery.
- Assisted surgeons in post-operative procedures, ensuring optimal wound healing and preventing complications.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with surgical team.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and other critical data points for proper evaluation of patients'' progress during recovery.
- Assess patients readiness to discharged and provide discharged instructions, including follow-up care and medications
RN, Pre-Operative
Docs Health Spine and Orthopedics
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Assessing patients' medical histories, current health status, and pre-existing conditions and preparing them for surgery
- Ensuring that necessary pre-operative tests, such as blood work and imaging is completed and ready for surgery
- Ensure that informed consent is signed, and patient understands risks and benefits of procedure
- Monitor vital signs, administering medications, drawing PRPs, and starting IV lines as needed
- Educating patients and their families about pre-operative, surgical process and post-operative care
LVN
Dr. Farnam Adult & Children Allergy Asthma Center
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Measure and record patients' vital signs daily, navigate through electronic medical records and scribe for doctor
- Prepare allergy shot vials and administer allergy shots and vaccines
- Perform diagnostic tests, oral graded food and drug challenges, skin allergy prick testing, and monitor for any side effects or adverse reactions
- Evaluation of allergy tests by measurement and record data on program
- Discharge planning and teaching for patients and family members
LVN
Ivy Creek Healthcare and Wellness Center
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Administered medications and performed wound care accurately and in timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Supervise CNAs during routine patient care, provide basic care and personal care assistance
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate and individualized attention, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Document data of patient's assessment results, medications, interventions, responses, and treatment changes, and evaluate diagnostic labs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
03.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
American Career College
09.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
American Career College
05.2016
Skills
- Pain assessment
- Basic life support
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Nursing documentation
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Discharge planning
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
- ACLS, PROTrainings
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
- Hospital Fire & Safety, LAFD
Languages
English
Timeline
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Docs Health Spine And Orthopedics
03.2023 - 03.2024
RN, PACU
Docs Health Spine And Orthopedics
03.2023 - 03.2024
RN, Pre-Operative
Docs Health Spine and Orthopedics
03.2023 - 03.2024
LVN
Dr. Farnam Adult & Children Allergy Asthma Center
10.2019 - 03.2021
LVN
Ivy Creek Healthcare and Wellness Center
02.2018 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
American Career College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
American Career College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University