ERNESTO ESPEJO
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Alberta Health Services
06.2023 - Current
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
11.2008 - 06.2023
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic
Registered Nurse
Philippine General Hospital
02.2002 - 10.2008
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
NorQuest College
Edmonton, AB11.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CENTRO ESCOLAR UNIVERSITY
MANILA, PHILIPPINES04.1995
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Hospice and palliative care
- Oncology authority
- Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Critical Care
- Feeding pumps understanding
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- Cross Cancer Institute- Inpatient Casual Employee
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Alberta Health Services
06.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services
11.2008 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse
Philippine General Hospital
02.2002 - 10.2008
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
NorQuest College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CENTRO ESCOLAR UNIVERSITY
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