Kevin Peñas
Tampa City, Florida
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience delivering nursing care to propel desired patient outcomes. Expert at patient care planning, colleague communication and administering direct patient care. Compassionate patient advocate and quick-thinking problem solver with excellent judgment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse, Oncology
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa City, Florida
12.2022 - Current
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Cromwell Hospital
London
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Royal Marsden Hospital
London
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Utilization Review Nurse
WNS
Alabang, Muntinlupa City
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Assessed patient medical records to determine the appropriateness of requested services and procedures.
- Conducted reviews of inpatient utilization for compliance with admission criteria and concurrent review requirements.
- Reviewed denial letters issued by insurance companies to ensure that they were appropriate and timely.
- Monitored pre-authorization requests to ensure that all necessary information was received prior to approval or denial of services.
- Referred cases to secondary review for failure to meet criteria.
- Reviewed and updated utilization review criteria and guidelines to reflect current standards of practice.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of patient records to ensure medical necessity and compliance with healthcare standards.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Parañaque Medical Center
Parañaque City
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives that focused on enhancing quality of services rendered by the Medical-Surgical Unit.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
Overseas Nurse Practitioner
Ruschliffe Care Group
Loughborough, Leicester
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Assessed patient physical, psychological and social needs to develop individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for patients.
- Facilitated communication between patient families and other healthcare providers regarding care plan development.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Clinical Instructor
College of St. John-Roxas
Roxas City, Capiz
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Developed and implemented clinical teaching strategies to provide students with hands-on experience in patient care.
- Conducted evaluations of student performance, provided feedback and guidance on areas of improvement.
- Supervised small groups of medical students during their clinical rotations at hospitals and clinics.
- Encouraged active participation from all students during class discussions and activities.
- Assessed student competency levels through direct observation in the hospital setting.
- Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
- Delivered comprehensive clinical instruction to many students on subjects.
- Supervised student clinical rotations, ensuring adherence to patient care protocols.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Roxas Memorial Provincial Hospital
Roxas City, Capiz
02.2017 - 04.2018
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
Registered Nurse
Iloilo Mission Hospital
Iloilo City
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Education
Master of Arts - Nursing
Wesleyan University-Philippines
Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of St. John-Roxas
Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines03-2015
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- IV Insertion
- Chemotherapy administration
- Clinical Documentation
- Symptom management
- Cultural competence
- IV management
- Infection Control
- Basic Life Support BLS
- Immunotherapy
- Chronic and Acute Pain Management
- Specimen Collection
- HIPAA proficiency
- Utilization review
- Clinical education
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- Philippines Nursing Licensure Examination Passer
- Nursing and Midwifery Council UK Passer
- National Council Licensure Examination-RN Passer with active License in Texas, Florida and ongoing license endorsement in California
- Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Certified.
Languages
Filipino
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Nurse, Oncology
Tampa General Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Cromwell Hospital
12.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Royal Marsden Hospital
02.2021 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Parañaque Medical Center
05.2020 - 08.2020
Utilization Review Nurse
WNS
05.2019 - 02.2021
Overseas Nurse Practitioner
Ruschliffe Care Group
06.2018 - 03.2019
Clinical Instructor
College of St. John-Roxas
04.2017 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Roxas Memorial Provincial Hospital
02.2017 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
Iloilo Mission Hospital
12.2015 - 05.2016
Master of Arts - Nursing
Wesleyan University-Philippines
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of St. John-Roxas
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