Elvira Cachola-Domingo
Edmonton
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and patient care, with skills in monitoring vital signs and administering medications. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sturgeon Community Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
LPN
Sturgeon Community Hospital
04.2016 - 03.2024
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
HCA
Venta Care Centre
08.2009 - 03.2016
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
Staff Nurse
Tawam Hospital
02.2004 - 12.2008
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
Registered Nurse
National Children's Hospital
08.1993 - 01.2004
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- OR NURSE
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
Education
Registered Nurse -NCLEX
The University of The State Of New YorK
New York02-2024
Diploma - Practical Nursing
LPN
Edmonton, AB03-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
United Doctors Medical Center
Quezon City Philippines04-1992
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
Accomplishments
Updated CPR certificate
Attended Workshop in Palliative Care
Annually attending recommended education and skills to Sturgeon Hospitals such as BLITZ, wound care and wound Vac
Online workshop in Blood Transfusion, Parenteral Nutrition and Immunization
Education in Glycemic Management, Cardiac Class and Care of Cervical spine
Certificate in Peritoneal Dialysis Workshop
Infection Control Link Nurse when in United Arab Emirates
Previous Member of OR Nurses Association in the Philippines
Experienced Charge Nurse in the Philippines and United Arab Emirates
Languages
English
Tagalog
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sturgeon Community Hospital
03.2024 - Current
LPN
Sturgeon Community Hospital
04.2016 - 03.2024
HCA
Venta Care Centre
08.2009 - 03.2016
Staff Nurse
Tawam Hospital
02.2004 - 12.2008
Registered Nurse
National Children's Hospital
08.1993 - 01.2004
Registered Nurse -NCLEX
The University of The State Of New YorK
Diploma - Practical Nursing
LPN
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
United Doctors Medical Center
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