Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Carolyn Manga

Carolyn Manga

Puerto Princesa City, Province Of Palawan

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with career history in NICU providing comprehensive patient care. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developed strong relationships with colleagues, patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.


With the recent career experience as instructor of TESDA-PPSAT, provided training for front liners about basic healthcare services and contact tracing (during the pandemic).

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Instructor

TESDA - Puerto Princesa School Of Arts And Trades
01.2016 - 04.2024
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
  • Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective instruction.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing valuable insights and strategies for classroom success.
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic achievement and promoting a positive school culture.
  • Handled health-related short courses, specifically Barangay Health Services NC II and Contact Tracing Level II.

Staff Nurse (NICU)

Al Omooma Hospital
08.2010 - 12.2015
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Assisted with delivery of newborns, providing care and support for successful transition to motherhood.
  • Regularly monitored and updated inventory stocks in the unit.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments to identify subtle changes in neonates' conditions that may indicate potential issues or complications.
  • Supported breastfeeding mothers through education and guidance on lactation techniques, increasing successful breastfeeding rates among NICU patients.
  • Promoted a safe environment through adherence to infection control policies, reducing risk of cross-contamination among patients.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations in the NICU setting, stabilizing patients as needed prior to physician intervention.

Instructor

Palawan State University
06.2009 - 07.2010
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
  • Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
  • Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
  • Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
  • Provided nursing skill demonstrations for medication administration, dressing changes and clinical logs.
  • Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during lectures.
  • Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to ensure consistency in teaching methods and curriculum content.

Staff Nurse

Ospital Ng Palawan
10.2008 - 05.2009
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Assisted physicians during rounds, ensuring clear communication about patient status and necessary interventions.
  • Administered medications safely according to prescribed protocols to maintain patient health and stability.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes for effective continuity of care.
  • Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Staff Nurse, On-call

Palawan Adventist Hospital
03.2008 - 09.2008
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Education

Master of Arts - Public Administration

Palawan State University, Puerto Princesa City
  • 32 units

No Degree - Units of Education

Fullbright College, Inc., Puerto Princesa City
03.2017
  • 18 units

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Palawan State University, Puerto Princesa City
04.2007
  • Cum Laude

Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessment
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Public Speaking
  • Class Instruction
  • Understanding of learning styles

Certification

  • Registered Nurse | 0492637
  • Professional Teacher | 1638384

Timeline

Instructor - TESDA - Puerto Princesa School Of Arts And Trades
01.2016 - 04.2024
Staff Nurse (NICU) - Al Omooma Hospital
08.2010 - 12.2015
Instructor - Palawan State University
06.2009 - 07.2010
Staff Nurse - Ospital Ng Palawan
10.2008 - 05.2009
Staff Nurse, On-call - Palawan Adventist Hospital
03.2008 - 09.2008
Palawan State University - Master of Arts, Public Administration
Fullbright College, Inc. - No Degree, Units of Education
Palawan State University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
  • Registered Nurse | 0492637
  • Professional Teacher | 1638384
Carolyn Manga