Gary Pagdilao
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN – CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
Chaffey College
08.2021 - Current
- Executed comprehensive pre-clinical rotation skills review for 3rd semester students, facilitating their refreshing of previous skills learned in previous semester and acquisition of additional practical skills and knowledge prior to clinical orientation at health care facility to ensure safe and competent clinical rotation experience.
- Provide Orientation at the healthcare facility, including the facility’s job description for Nursing staff, the Policy and Procedure Manual, location of educational resources, safety precautions, emergency protocols and blood-borne pathogens protection.
- Assign students to a variety of medical departments/procedures to gain experience in the role of the Registered Nurse.
- I have had the honor and privilege of mentoring students in their journey and promoting a positive learning environment with emphasis on patient/student safety and compliance that meets national accrediting agency standards.
- Offered personalized instruction and guidance to students throughout their clinical rotations, cultivating a nurturing learning atmosphere and augmenting their abilities in critical thinking and decision-making.
- Complete weekly clinical evaluations with systematic observations, and timely objective/subjective feedback to the student according to Chaffey College and hospital standards.
- Meet regularly with Chaffey College School of Nursing Director and fellow instructors, to maintain productive two-way communication between the Program and the hospital/medical facility, as well as continued improvements to clinical experience for students.
- Maintain current state-of-the-art knowledge and skills through continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Perform supervisory and other duties as assigned by the Director of School of Nursing or other designee.
- Provide clinical instruction 10 Nursing students in clinical settings on Critical patient care and Patient Centered Nursing topics.
RN – Shared Services Network/Emergency Department
Loma Linda University Medical Center
10.2014 - Current
- As a Registered Nurse within the Shared Services Network Department and Emergency Department, I performed direct/indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care, for adults, adults 65 years of age or older and pediatric patients in a Christian based hospital setting.
- Reliably following policies, protocols, techniques, and guidelines within Loma Linda University Medical Center, while utilizing interpersonal skills to maximize patient centric service in a manner that supports safe patient care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Contributed to a work environment of caring and cooperation between a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Served as a preceptor and mentor for new graduates and new hires within multiple units within LLUMC umbrella of hospitals.
- In addition, as a Registered Nurse within the Shared Services Network, I have the unique opportunity in that I serve as part of a flexible staff of nurses for multiple hospitals and units, as well as employee health services, under the Loma Linda Health umbrella. This unique position provides me the opportunity to sharpen and broaden my skills and knowledge under multiple nursing disciplines, which have enhanced my patient care & instructional competences.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
RN – CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
California Baptist University
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Executed comprehensive pre-clinical training program for new nursing students, facilitating their acquisition of practical skills and knowledge prior to clinical orientation at health care facility to ensure safe and competent clinical rotation experience.
- Provide Orientation at assigned healthcare facility, including the facility’s job description for Nursing staff, the Policy and Procedure Manual, location of educational resources, safety precautions, emergency protocols and blood-borne pathogens protection.
- Offered personalized instruction and guidance to students throughout their clinical rotations, cultivating a nurturing learning atmosphere and augmenting their abilities in critical thinking and decision-making.
- Assessed and evaluated students' performance and advancements, delivering constructive feedback and employing tactics to assist them in attaining their educational goals.
- Collaborated closely with healthcare experts and personnel to organize and oversee clinical operations, ensuring a coherent and effective learning journey for students.
- Complete weekly clinical evaluations with systematic observations, and timely objective/subjective feedback to the student according to CBU and hospital standards.
- Provide clinical instruction to 10 Nursing students in clinical settings on Nursing fundamentals and patient centered care topics.
Education
BSN - Honors
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ06.2018
AS - Nursing
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA05.2014
BS - Telecom Management
DeVry Institute of Technology
Pomona, CA11.1997
Skills
- Fundamental nursing principles
- Client-focused care
- Evidence-based care
- Patient care documentation
- Effective communication
- Training/Mentoring
- Proficient in EPIC
- Clinical judgment
- Discharge planning
- Health promotion
- BLS training proficiency
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Pediatric advanced life support trained
- NIHSS evaluation experience
- Trauma nursing certification
- Specialized in emergency nursing practices
Licenses
California Registered Nurse License, 95044438
Timeline
RN – CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
California Baptist University
11.2022 - 11.2023
RN – CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
Chaffey College
08.2021 - Current
RN – Shared Services Network/Emergency Department
Loma Linda University Medical Center
10.2014 - Current
AS - Nursing
Chaffey College
BS - Telecom Management
DeVry Institute of Technology
BSN - Honors
University of Phoenix
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