I am a loyal, dedicated, self-motivated, resilient, and highly productive employee who believes I am a strong match for the job description and am passionate about my work.
In recent years, as a Charge Nurse Leader in the Surgical Acute Department, I have developed diverse skills and qualities that add value to my role.
I have strong work ethics, am a supportive collaborator, and am always willing to embrace change with a positive mindset for an organization to be successful.
I believe I'm ready to take up this opportunity to work as a Clinical Nurse Manager for the Surgical Acute Department and help you achieve your mission and objectives.
If I am successful in my application. I will always be a positive role model; I will be a highly professional, caring, trustworthy, and motivated person, and I will always do all I can to help the team succeed.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sutter Medical Center Sacramento
Sacramento
03.2006 - Current
Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Royal Free Hospital
UNITED KINGDOM
01.2000 - 02.2006
Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system.
Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives that focused on enhancing quality of services rendered by the Medical-Surgical Unit.
Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
REGISTERED NURSE NEUROLOGY/Rehabilitation Nurse
PHILIPPINE GENERAL HOSPITAL
Manila
09.1995 - 02.2000
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for patients.
Demonstrated knowledge of rehabilitation techniques such as exercise programs, therapeutic modalities and adaptive equipment use.
Participated in research projects aimed at improving rehabilitation standards of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SAINT THOMAS AQUINAS
LEGASPI CITY, PHILIPPINES
05-1992
Skills
Patient assessment
Medication administration
Infection control
Electronic medical records
Critical thinking
Quality improvement
Team collaboration
Patient education
Reporting and documentation
Direct patient care
Patient care planning
Care plan development
Maintaining privacy
Infectious disease control
Patient satisfaction and process improvement
Certification
Registered Nurse License # RN675959
Basic Life Support # 255413575542
Intercultural Competence and Patient-Centered Care (CEU)
Recognizing and mitigating Implicit Biases in Healthcare (CEU)
Educating Patients: Creating Teaching moments in Practice (CEU)
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