Costa Rica Mercado
Nurse
Malabon, Metro Manila
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Staff Nurse with extensive experience at Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through advanced cardiac life support and effective teamwork. Recognized for adaptability in high-stress environments, consistently promoting safety and quality care while supporting families during critical moments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Demonstrated adaptability in managing fluctuating caseloads while maintaining a high standard of nursing care, even in high-stress situations.
- Supported quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient satisfaction scores and reducing adverse events within the MICU setting.
- Promoted a culture of safety by adhering to infection control protocols and advocating for patients'' needs within the medical team.
- Improved patient outcomes through consistent monitoring of vital signs, adjusting medications as needed, and promptly addressing any concerns or complications.
- Delivered high-quality nursing care by utilizing advanced techniques in wound care, IV therapy, and medication administration.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
Nursing Associate - Intensive Care Unit
Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Assisted physicians during examinations, procedures, and surgeries to ensure optimal patient care and safety.
- Conducted thorough physical assessments at each shift change or upon admission to establish baselines and identify any potential health concerns.
- Maintained detailed, accurate documentation of all nursing interventions, assessments, communications with other team members, and patient responses to treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, empathetic communication and attentive listening.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs closely and promptly reported any abnormalities or changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare providers.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performs turning of patient's every two hours or as needed, tracheostomy care, PEG care, oral care and suctioning patients pet endotracheal tube, tracheostomy tube and per orem.
Nursing Aide - Intensive Care Unit
Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center
10.2011 - 11.2022
- Assisted nurses with daily tasks, improving overall efficiency of the healthcare team.
- Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and positioning.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and maintaining open lines of communication among team members.
- Delivered high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, toileting assistance, helping maintain patient dignity while promoting independence whenever possible.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Valenzuela City03-2009
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Intravenous therapy
- Health promotion
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Ventilator management
- End-of-life care
- Family support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Honest and dependable
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Adaptable and flexible
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Nursing Associate - Intensive Care Unit
Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center
12.2022 - 06.2024
Nursing Aide - Intensive Care Unit
Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center
10.2011 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
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