Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Villa St Gabriel Villa
Sudbury, ON
08.2021 - Current
Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Encouraged independence by helping clients develop self-care skills such as meal preparation or personal hygiene tasks.
Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
Chief Nurse
Hogar Manos de Jesus
San Jose, Costa Rica
06.2021 - 08.2023
Reviewed medical records to assess documentation accuracy and identify potential areas of risk or liability issues.
Provided leadership in the development of a safe patient environment through effective management of resources.
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
Managed team of 3 registered nurses, 1 licensed practical nurses and 8 certified nursing assistants.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
BCCR
San Jose, Costa Rica
07.2012 - 06.2021
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Created individualized patient plans based on assessment findings.
Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza
Cartago, Costa Rica
01.2018 - 12.2018
Participated in on-call rotations, delivering daily continuous quality care to patients with AIDS
Arranged placement of new patient admissions and transfers according to clinical standards and guidelines.
Monitored patient progress through regular follow-up appointments and assessments.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Identified potential risks related to medication use or inadequate follow up care after discharge from the hospice.
Arranged placement of admissions and transfers in accordance with clinical standards and guidelines.
Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return to the hospice
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Costa Rica
San Jose, Costa RIca
10-2011
High School Diploma -
Liceo De Paraiso
Cartago
12-2001
Skills
Privacy and Confidentiality
Clinical Documentation
Client Relationship Management
Patient Care
HIPAA Compliance
Chronic Disease Management
Incident Reporting
Behavioral Management
Compassionate Client Care
Certification
GPA training
CPR
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Italian
Professional
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Villa St Gabriel Villa
08.2021 - Current
Chief Nurse
Hogar Manos de Jesus
06.2021 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza
01.2018 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse Supervisor
BCCR
07.2012 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Costa Rica
High School Diploma -
Liceo De Paraiso
GPA training
CPR
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