DEXTER T. CUANSO
Calgary,CA
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Total Cardiology
05.2024 - Current
- Assess patients, perform and analyze ECG, cardiac exercise stress testing under the direction of a physician.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for cardiology patients.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic medical records for effective communication.
Registered Cardiology Technologist
Total Cardiology
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Conducted non-invasive cardiac testing, ensuring accurate results for patient assessments.
- Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of cardiology equipment to uphold safety standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to interpret test results and contribute to patient care plans.
- Monitored patients during procedures, providing support and reassurance throughout testing processes.
Nursing Attendant
Carewest Sarcee
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Provide essential and important daily living support and comfort to long term care clients and residents while promoting respect and dignity to all residents.
- Assist with feeding, bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and other personal hygiene activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for prompt intervention.
- Implemented one-on-one assistance for special needs patients which allowed them to participate fully in daily activities.
- Promoted patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
Health Care Aide
Our Parents Home. Christenson Communities
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided compassionate care and support to residents, enhancing overall well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in health status to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using evidence-based interventions.
Nurse / Clinical Instructor
Merlina Martiess Susan Development Training Center Corporation
06.2015 - 01.2018
- Directed, managed, and evaluated various groups of nursing aide and caregiver students and collaborated with doctors and nurses in various medical units for efficient care.
- Developed and executed training programs for new nursing staff, caregivers fostering professional growth.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans and bedside care on different hospital settings.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Educated students on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Nurse / Medic
Red Crescent
10.2013 - 05.2015
- Responds to emergency as nurse/medic to render initial treatment on Aspetar projects held in Qatar and international sports events in Qatar stadiums.
- Provided direct patient care to diverse populations in emergency and primary settings.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology - Cardiology Technologist
Stenberg College
Surrey, BC 01.2025 - 03.2025
Master of Arts - Nursing
University of Northern Philippines
Vigan Ilocos Sur, Philippines10-2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pines City Colleges
Baguio City Philippines04-2005
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care management
- Wound management
- Critical care management
- Home health care
- Health education outreach
- Skilled in venipuncture
- End-of-life care
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Completed Canadian Emergency Medical Responder EMR/Advance First Aid Course
- Internationally educated nurse license in New York, Canada, Philippines and Qatar,
- With more than 10 years experience in the health care sector that deals with nursing skills in the emergency department, palliative, and the elderly
- Excellent communication skills (English, Tagalog) and aptitude to interact effectively with diverse individuals, Flexible, willing to learn and undergo trainings
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology - Cardiology Technologist
Stenberg College
01.2025 - 03.2025
Nurse
Total Cardiology
05.2024 - Current
Registered Cardiology Technologist
Total Cardiology
01.2021 - 05.2024
Nursing Attendant
Carewest Sarcee
04.2020 - 01.2021
Health Care Aide
Our Parents Home. Christenson Communities
05.2018 - 07.2019
Nurse / Clinical Instructor
Merlina Martiess Susan Development Training Center Corporation
06.2015 - 01.2018
Nurse / Medic
Red Crescent
10.2013 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - Nursing
University of Northern Philippines
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pines City Colleges
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