Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with over 40 years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skill working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Skills
Patient Care
Treatment Planning
Wound Care
Care Planning
Infection Control
HIPAA Compliance
Patient Information Collection
Dementia Knowledge
Alzheimer's Disease Knowledge
Managed Care
Telemetry
Medication Administration
Invasive Procedures
Patient Bathing
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Vital Signs Measurement
Patient/Family Education
Health Education
Pain Management
Critical Care
Acute Care
Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG)
Medical Information Acquisition
Experience
03/2016 to Current
Staff Registered NurseTrihealth, Inc. – Sharonville, OH,
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
05/2014 to 06/2016
Staff Registered NurseTrihealth, Inc. – West College Corner, IN,
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care.
Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
Encouraged patients to implement lifestyle changes to prevent worsening of heart disease.
Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
Delivered nursing care to critically ill cardiac patients in post-operative recovery units.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff with preparation for and conducting patient procedures.
Collected lab specimens in adherence with safety protocols for patient tests.
Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
Assisted with patient admission, discharge and transfer to maximize facility efficiency.
Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Facilitated flow of patients through facility by accurately transferring and discharging patients in appropriate systems with Cerner.
02/1996 to 05/2001
Staff Registered NurseTrihealth, Inc. – Cincinnati, OH,
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
Delivered extensive training to newly hired employees and student nurses, offering insight and assistance related to emergent situations.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
Education and Training
Expected in 03/1981
Bachelor of Science: Health And Wellness Cebu State College - Southern Island - Cebu City, Philippines, GPA:
Expected in 03/1978
Associate of Applied Science: Nursing University Of San Carlos - Cebu City, Philippines, GPA:
Expected in 03/1976
High School Diploma: Abellana National High School - Cebu City, Philippines, GPA:
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