MARIBEL CALIXTRO
Calgary,AB
Summary
To re-enter the nursing workforce with confidence as a Registered Nurse in a Medical-surgical unit where I can apply and contribute my knowledge gained through clinical experience and education to make a positive impact and provide individualized care and support to patients. Eager to secure and maintain a full-time position committed to providing exceptional patient care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Worker
Alberta Health Services
11.2011 - Current
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies to keep up with high production needs.
- Maintained an organized workspace, ensuring easy access to necessary tools and supplies for efficient task completion.
- Facilitated smooth communication between clients, coworkers, and management through clear verbal and written interactions.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and ordering lower stock items.
- Liaising with Medical Device Reprocessing Department (MDRD), Contracting Procurement and Supply Management (CPSM) and Environmental services to manage equipments and supplies
Health Care Aide
Alberta Health Services
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities to nursing staff or physicians.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Transported patients to and from appointments, assisting with getting in and out of vehicles.
- Performed wound care tasks under the supervision of healthcare professionals, facilitating timely healing processes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Alaminos Doctor's Hospital
03.1999 - 03.2011
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Luzon
PhilippinesSkills
- Time management abilities
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Strong leadership skills - acted as a team leader
- Trained in Basic Life Support and First Aid
- Documentation and charting skills
- Work effectively in a fast-paced environmentCriti
- Basic computer skills
- Physically able to perform all assigned tasks which includes transferring of patients and activities like require long standing, walking, lifting, pulling and stooping
- Critical thinking abilities to breakdown problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
Registered Nurse, Republic of the Philippines, License number 0328510
Registered Nurse in the State of New York, License number 920465
Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support - Heart and Stroke Foundation
Nurse Remedial Course, Atlantis Educational Center, Florida
Certification in NextGenU Health Assessment, January 2024
Internationally Educated Nurse (IEN) Workshop, February 2024
Timeline
Health Care Aide
Alberta Health Services
01.2015 - 01.2016
Service Worker
Alberta Health Services
11.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Alaminos Doctor's Hospital
03.1999 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Luzon
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