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JOANNA MARIE L. CHAN

JOANNA MARIE L. CHAN

Dubai

Summary

Dynamic Mental Health Nurse with extensive experience at Al Jallila Children's Specialty Hospital, excelling in crisis intervention and patient assessment. Proven ability to develop effective care plans and manage medications, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Committed to enhancing mental health education and delivering compassionate care in high-pressure environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Registered Nurse

Al Jallila Children's Specialty Hospital
03.2024 - Current
  • Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
  • Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
  • Administered medication, monitored effectiveness, and adjusted dosages as needed.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress, treatments, medications, and any changes in condition.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss ongoing cases and review relevant data points.

Mental Health Registered Nurse

Camali Clinic Child & Adult Mental Health
Dubai
04.2022 - 12.2023
  • Company Overview: Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE
  • Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

REGISTERED NURSE- Medical-Surgical/Neurology, Obstetrics- Gynecology, Orthopedic and Rehabilitation

Canadian Specialist Hospital
Deira
06.2018 - 06.2020
  • Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation and acute trauma patients with multitudes of injuries.
  • Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.

REGISTERED NURSE

Emirates Rehabilitation and Homecare
Deira
02.2016 - 03.2018
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Provided assistance with mobility training such as transfers, ambulation techniques using assistive devices like walkers or canes.
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all assessments, treatments and progress notes in accordance with regulatory standards.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Sanad Hospital
Northern Riyadh
07.2013 - 07.2015
  • Participated in clinical rounds with physicians, offering insights from nursing perspective to inform patient care decisions.
  • Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
  • Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
  • Administered medications, monitored dosages, and observed patient reactions in a high-stakes environment.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - NURSING

Our Lady of Fatima University
Valenzuela City, Metro Manila
01.2010

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Patient assessment
  • Care plan development
  • Medication management
  • Behavioral observation
  • Mental health education

Certification

  • National Council Licensure Examination Passer, United States Registered Nurse - New York Board of Nursing, 02/24
  • Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Prometric Exam, Registered Nurse, DHA-P-0144490
  • Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, Nurse Technician, 14RN-0009052
  • Professional Regulation Commission, Registered Nurse, Republic of the Philippines, 0693808

Job Description

  • Responsible for total patient care, including medication, orders and treatments.
  • Assists the physicians in performing special procedures.
  • Under the direction and guidance of the Head Nurse, closely monitors cardiac and physical status of patients under his/her care.
  • Caring for patients with acute conditions - building relationships and responding to their physical and emotional needs, while delivering effective care.
  • Administering patients' medications and treatments - and monitoring results.
  • Dealing with the specific symptoms of mental illness, de-escalating stressful situations and helping patients overcome challenges.
  • Transcribe doctor's orders, review charts.
  • Administer medications or treatments as directed.
  • Monitor patient progress and document changes to behavior or health.
  • Assists the physician with procedures and treatments.
  • Administers treatments including sterile procedures.

Timeline

Staff Registered Nurse

Al Jallila Children's Specialty Hospital
03.2024 - Current

Mental Health Registered Nurse

Camali Clinic Child & Adult Mental Health
04.2022 - 12.2023

REGISTERED NURSE- Medical-Surgical/Neurology, Obstetrics- Gynecology, Orthopedic and Rehabilitation

Canadian Specialist Hospital
06.2018 - 06.2020

REGISTERED NURSE

Emirates Rehabilitation and Homecare
02.2016 - 03.2018

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Sanad Hospital
07.2013 - 07.2015

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - NURSING

Our Lady of Fatima University
JOANNA MARIE L. CHAN