JNALYN MANUEL, RN NSCN Registration # 1176

• Providing support to residents with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as bruises, open wounds and persistent coughs.
• Maintained a clean and organized environment to support infection control measures.
• Provided routine skincare by helping residents in applying non-prescription topical medications to skin.
• Supplied physical support to assist patients in performing daily living activities such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, toileting and walking.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and compassionate care.
• Built strong relationships with coworkers to create an efficient care team focused on collaboration and communication.
• Promoted patient independence through individualized personal care plans.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies to maintain patient safety within the facility.
• Supported patients during end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and comfort throughout the process.
• Assisted with therapeutic activities designed to enhance cognitive function in dementia patients.
• Cared for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry and cleaning premises.
• Participated in staff meetings and trainings for professional development and continuous improvement of skills.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient progress and interventions provided.
• Encouraged and provided moral support for patients to help adjust to disabilities and illnesses.
• Helped patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker and special utensils to eat.
• Engaged patients in daily activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, bible study, manicures and baking to promote stimulation and personal interaction.
• Contributed to the development of personalized care plans tailored specifically for each individual''s needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall levels of service delivery within continuing care settings.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
• Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
• Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

• Coordinator for Making, Preparing and Reviewing Policies and Procedures . Founding Team of the Unit.
• Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
• Uses Fresenius 50008S for Hemodialysis, prepares machine and Bloodlines, inserting Fistula Needle and dressing aseptically for Permanent Catheters.
• Served as a liaison between the nursing department and hospital administration to address staffing concerns, policy changes, and budgetary issues effectively.
• Uses Fresenius 50008S for Hemodialysis, prepares machine and Bloodlines, inserting Fistula Needle and dressing aseptically for Permanent Catheters.
• Evaluated staff performance regularly, identifying areas for growth and providing constructive feedback when necessary.
• Led multidisciplinary team meetings to review patient progress, adjust care plans as needed, and ensure optimal collaboration among healthcare providers.
• Consistently met regulatory requirements through meticulous record-keeping and timely reporting of incidents.
• Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced staff efficiency through effective scheduling, workload distribution, and resource allocation.
• Coordinated seamless patient transfers between departments, ensuring continuity of care at all times.
• Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
• Built strong relationships with patients'' families, providing support and education regarding treatment options and health management strategies.
• Withdraws Monthly blood test for the patient.
• Performs head to toe assessment, monitors and records patient’s vital signs and Intake and output as ordered and reports any abnormalities to the attending physician.
• Prepares and administers oral, topical, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous medications as ordered.
• Assist the physician and prepares the patient for any diagnostic procedure and treatment such as wound dressing, suture removal and the like.
• Assists the Code team during Code
• Writes detailed Nurse’s Notes. Documents nursing actions performed; Provides discharge teachings to patients and families based on our nursing care plan concerning home medications and follow up check-up.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Demonstrates an understanding of works within Merrimac Dialysis Centre, local policies/procedures and supports Medical Director on delivery of Patient Services and dissemination of policies and procedures.
• Identifies personal opportunities for learning/development and recognizes and assists with the development of other members of the team to meet service and individual needs.
• Facilitates and monitors staff development which encourages safe and effective working within policies and guidelines.

Cases handled: End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Renal Failure, Peritonitis, Patient undergoing dialysis

Familiar in Handling hospital apparatus or equipment such as Cardiac Monitor, Suction Apparatus, Syringe Pump, Infusion Pump, built in Oxygen Nebulizers, Crash Cart with defibrillator, ECG (Electrocardiogram) machine, Vital Signs Machine, CTG (cardiotocograph) machine, Stryker Bed, Pulse Oximeter, Complete Blood Glucose (CBG) machine, Arterial Blood Gas Analysis ( ABG) Machine, Mechanical Lifter.

Work Description: Infection Control Nurse

• Monitors staffs to follow strict infection control practices such as hand washing.
• Deliver infection prevention and control based on principles that are research based and enhance the quality of patient care.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and monitoring of infection prevention and control standards.
• Participate in the review, development and implementation of infection prevention and control related policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Contribute to a program of surveillance of healthcare associated infection with the Infection Prevention using recognized methods of data collection and analysis.
• Participate in the development and implementation of infection prevention and control audits with the audits of compliance with infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
• Participate in providing specialist advice and guidance on building design and procurement initiatives to ensure compliance with infection prevention and control practice.
• Participate in the infection prevention and control program of education with the Infection Prevention and Control /Education Lead for all healthcare staff and as appropriate patients and carers.
• Contributes to the education and support of the Infection Control to patients and staffs.
• Contributes to induction and mandatory program of education. Ensure that own practice is kept up to date, using an acceptable model of Clinical Supervision. Contribute to Governance issues, specifically root cause analysis investigations and post infection reviews.
• Performs other tasks and duties within the scope of the knowledge, skills, and experience required for the job, as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
• Acts as a resource person in the clinical area.
• Create and maintain an environment which will ensure the safety of patients and other health care workers using evidence-based infection prevention and control knowledge to reduce the risk of infection.
• Acts as a role model for colleagues.
• Disseminating information regarding any measures to control the spread of infection, including outbreaks, by appropriate signage at key entry points to the clinic by verbal guidance from staff.
• Providing positive infection prevention and control information to colleagues and patients where appropriate e.g., via hand hygiene, awareness days and infection control seminars and via a dedicated webpage.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret infection-control data.
• Notify local, state, and federal authorities about reportable diseases as required.
• Plan, implement, manage, and evaluate infection prevention and control activities.
• Conducts infection control risk assessments for construction and renovation projects; equipment inspection, and pest control.
• Educate individuals and groups about the risk, prevention, transmission, and control of infection, disease-specific care, appropriate precautions, and appropriate assessments.
• Establish accepted standards and develop, implement, monitor, and revise infection control policies and procedures to assure compliance with the standards.

Work Description: Quality Control Coordinator

• Assesses institutional/departmental readiness and identifies strategies to achieve goals as directed by the Patient Safety and Quality.
• Leads or co-facilitates teams by coaching and advising team members to fulfill their role in a project team.
• Creates a supportive environment in the department that is sensitive to the issues and needs of that area by regularly consulting with the front-line staff.
• Works to ensure that quality improvement and innovation work remains focused on one or more of the following goals:
• Patient-centeredness, staff vitality, process efficiency and waste reduction, safe and reliable patient care.
• Assures application of a tracking method to monitor progress towards goals by collecting accurate, timely data to display the quality, cost, and service outcomes.
• Maintains accountability for ongoing self-development activities, especially related to presentation facilitation, change management and application of quality improvement activities. When assigned, completes special projects, and performs other related duties according to agree upon goals and parameters.

• Coordinator for Making, Preparing and Reviewing Policies and Procedures
• Evaluated patient progress against treatment goals regularly, adjusting interventions accordingly to promote optimal outcomes.
• Supported an inclusive work environment by advocating for diverse perspectives when engaging in discussions related to patient care or policy changes within the department.
• Assisted in quality improvement initiatives by collecting data on key performance indicators such as infection rates or missed treatments among the hemodialysis population.
• Reduced infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic techniques and proper equipment handling during dialysis procedures.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families coping with the challenges of chronic kidney disease, fostering a positive treatment experience.
• Participated in continuous professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices in nephrology nursing.
• Uses B-Braun Machine (Adimea) for Hemodialysis, prepares machine and Bloodlines, inserting Fistula Needle and dressing aseptically for Permanent Catheters.
• Withdraws Monthly blood test for the patient.
• Performs head to toe assessment, monitors and records patient’s vital signs and Intake and output as ordered and reports any abnormalities to the attending physician.
• Prepares and administers oral, topical, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous medications as ordered.
• Assist the physician and prepares the patient for any diagnostic procedure and treatment such as wound dressing, suture removal and the like.
• Assists the Code team during Code
• Writes detailed Nurse’s Notes. Documents nursing actions performed; Provides discharge teachings to patients and families based on our nursing care plan concerning home medications and follow up check-up.

Cases handled: End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Renal Failure, Peritonitis, Patient undergoing dialysis

Familiar in Handling hospital apparatus or equipment such as Cardiac Monitor, Suction Apparatus, Syringe Pump, Infusion Pump, built in Oxygen Nebulizers, Crash Cart with defibrillator, ECG (Electrocardiogram) machine, Vital Signs Machine, CTG (cardiotocograph) machine, Stryker Bed, Pulse Oximeter, Complete Blood Glucose (CBG) machine, Arterial Blood Gas Analysis (ABG) Machine, Mechanical Lifter.

• Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
• Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
• Managed patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
• Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
• Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
• Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
• Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
• Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
• Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
• Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
• Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
• Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
• Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
• Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
• Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
• Decreased medication errors by diligently following the five rights of medication administration and double-checking orders with pharmacy staff when necessary.
• Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
• Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
• Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
• Assisted with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, lumbar punctures, and chest tube placements by ensuring proper equipment set-up and maintaining aseptic technique.
• Streamlined nursing workflows by effectively delegating tasks to ancillary staff according to scope of practice guidelines.
• Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
• Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.

(In Collaboration with Cleveland Clinic Accredited by Joint Commission International) Medical-Surgical/VIP Ward/* Renal Nephrology Ward

* Liver and Kidney Transplant Ward

• Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
• Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
• Provide comprehensive nursing care to all newly operated patients.
• Initiate plan of care; prepare post-surgery by direct care to the patient.
• Prepare patient for surgery, see to it that pre-operation orders have been all carried out, and take vital signs as a baseline.
• Laboratory works/results are in the patient file. Report any abnormal changes to the attending doctor.
• Do ECG as ordered and make accurate records and reports.
• Admits, receives patient, and receives endorsement from ER nurses and other unit staff. Performs head to toe assessment, monitors and records patient’s vital signs and Intake and output as ordered and reports any abnormalities to the attending physician.
• Prepares and administers oral, topical, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous medications as ordered.
• Gives infusions and medications via Intravenous line, Central Line and Porta Cath.
• Provides wound care on the patient’s Central line, Porta Cath and the like.
• Measures Central Venous Pressure manually as ordered.
• Providing personal care like bathing, feeding and oral hygiene.
• Performs independent nursing interventions like Tepid Sponge bath, transferring patients utilizing proper body mechanics, range of motion exercises if not contraindicated as well as repositioning of patients every two hours to maintain skin integrity.
• Assist the physician and prepares the patient for any diagnostic procedure and treatment such as wound dressing, suture removal, Chest tube removal, Central line removal and the like.
• Assists the Code team during Code.
• Prepares the patient for any diagnostic procedure and treatment such as NGT insertion and feeding, Foley catheterization, suctioning and enema.
• Writes detailed Nurse’s Notes. Documents nursing actions performed.
• Follows Strict Isolation Techniques and Infection Control Policies.
• Administers blood and blood products, monitoring the patient’s condition during the transfusion and reports to the attending physician any reactions occurred and following the hospital policy if blood transfusion reaction occurred.
• Provides discharge teachings to patients and families based on our nursing care plan concerning home medications and follow up check-up.
• Administers Intravenous Infusions as ordered such as Insulin Infusions, Heparin Infusion and the like as ordered by the doctor.
• Performs Cannulation and blood extraction via Central line, Porta Cath and Peripheral for Laboratory samples.
• Follows the Policies set by the Joint Commission International (Improve the accuracy of patient identification, Improve the safety of giving medication, Improve the effectiveness of communication among healthcare providers, eliminate wrong patient and wrong site during surgery, reduce patient harm resulting from falls, Reduce healthcare associated infections)
• Do dressing and monitors the patients drains (surgivacs, hemovacs, abdominal drains, biliary drains and the like), taking note of its color and amount. Any abnormalities will be referred to the doctor immediately.

Cases Handled: Pre and Post Liver transplant and Liver Donor; Pre and Post Kidney Transplant and Kidney Donor, pre and post Coronary Angiography, Bariatric Surgery (e.g., gastric bypass, laparoscopic gastric bending, and laparoscopic gastric sleeve),Oncology Cases ( bone marrow transplant, Abdominal Cancer, Bone Cancer, Brain Cancer, Breast Cancer, Head and Neck Tumors, Soft Tissue Cancer), Cardiothoracic Surgery (coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair and replacement surgeries, chest surgeries, congenital heart surgeries and others (e.g., aortic aneurysm), Gastroenterology cases ( colonoscopy, endoscopy and biopsies),General Surgery( plastic and vascular surgery), Renal Cases ( Acute renal failure, Chronic renal failure, impairment and end stage renal disease (ESRD), Anemia, Electrolyte disturbances, Hypertension associated with or secondary to renal diseases), Neurology Cases ( epilepsy, migraines, strokes, brain tumor surgery, skull base surgery, spinal surgeries ), Ob/gyne (antenatal, natal and postnatal care.)Orthopedic Cases (Joint replacement, Advanced spine surgery, Arthroscopic surgery), Pain management (Back and neck pain, Cancer pain, Pelvic pain), Prostate Diseases, Pediatric cases (Acute gastroenteritis, Pneumonia, asthma, diarrhea), Geriatric cases (Dementia) has experience on handling some VIP patients.

Machines Handled:

-Familiar in Handling hospital apparatus or equipment such as Cardiac Monitor, Suction Apparatus, Syringe Pump, Infusion Pump, built in Oxygen Nebulizers, Crash Cart with defibrillator, ECG (Electrocardiogram) machine, Vital Signs Machine, CTG (cardiotocograph) machine, Stryker Bed, Pulse Oximeter, Complete Blood Glucose (CBG) machine, Arterial Blood Gas Analysis (ABG) Machine, Mechanical Lifter.

• Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
• Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
• Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
• Demonstrates and teaches patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing and care giving students and instructs students in principles and application of physical, biological, and psychological subjects related to nursing.
• Lectures to students and issues assignments.
• Supervises students and demonstrates patient care in clinical units of hospital.
• Prepares and administers examinations, evaluates student progress, and maintains records of student classroom and clinical experience.
• Participates in planning curriculum, teaching schedule, and course outline.
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
• As a nursing clinical instructor, it is important to be patient and supportive of our students while pushing them to learn as much as they can while in the classroom so they can perform well in the clinical setting.
• Assess clinical education needs, and patient and client teaching needs, utilizing a variety of methods.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
• Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues. Participate in campus and community events.

These are the subjects or Modules that I have been teaching:

• Basic Life Support
• Basic Pharmacology
• Fundamental Theories of Child Care
• Fundamental Theories of Elderly
• Basic Nutrition & Meal Preparation