Krizia Bautista Casem
Registered Nurse
Dasmariñas City
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and fostering a collaborative team environment. A diligent nurse with a solid foundation in perioperative nursing as such skilled in critical thinking and time management. Successfully ensured patient safety and optimized surgical suite operations, contributing to improved outcomes and enhanced patient satisfaction. Recognized for strong leadership skills as a former nursing student council president and committed to continuous professional growth and development. Possesses excellent communication and organizational abilities, a solid ethic, and adaptability to meet the evolving demands of the healthcare landscape.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute
03.2023 - Current
- Worked at a Level 3 (Tertiary) hospital located in Region IV-A, providing advanced medical services.
- Ensured patient safety by meticulously reviewing medical charts and identifying potential risks or contraindications prior to surgery.
- Optimized operating room efficiency by assisting with the timely setup, breakdown, and turnover of surgical suites.
- Streamlined operating room processes by assisting with timely setup, breakdown, and turnover of surgical suites, enhancing overall workflow.
- Demonstrated flexibility in scheduling, adapting to fluctuating caseloads while maintaining high standards of patient care delivery.
- Enhanced team collaboration by communicating effectively with colleagues, contributing to a positive work environment.
- Anticipated surgeon needs during procedures, ensuring prompt availability of instruments and equipment to support optimal performance.
- Working hospital's shifting schedules for five (5) days a week.
Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse
Philippine Heart Center
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Level 4 Government-owned and controlled corporate (GOCC) specialty hospital accredited by the Department of Health and other regulatory agencies.
- Hospital with bed capacity of 354-426, including 53 Intensive Care Unit (ICU) beds.
- Collaborated with patients' healthcare team to ensure delivery of optimal care.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications, and treatment plans to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Implemented strict infection control measures, maintaining a sterile environment for all surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Collected, labeled, and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Partnered with leadership to develop initiatives that improved nursing satisfaction, retention, and morale.
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Asian Hospital and Medical Center
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Level 3 (Tertiary) Hospital, JCI accredited, private institution.
- Operated within a hospital providing care in a facility with 296 beds.
- Working eight (8) hours a day or forty (40) hours a week, assigned in the Nursing Services - Peri Operative Services - In Patient.
- Adheres with the six (6) IPSG Standards for patient safety.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate pre-and post-operative care by addressing concerns and providing thorough answers to questions.
- Optimized operating room efficiency by assisting with the timely setup, breakdown, and turnover of surgical suites.
- Contributed to departmental objectives by participating in quality improvement projects and staff meetings.
- Supported surgeon performance by anticipating needs during procedures, promptly providing required instruments and equipment.
- Streamlined operating room efficiency by assisting with setup, breakdown, and turnover of surgical suites in a timely manner.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate pre-and post-operative care, addressing concerns, and answering questions.
- Collected, labeled, and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Played an integral role in achieving departmental objectives through active engagement in quality improvement projects, staff meetings, and professional development activities.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Student Nurse
Jose Balay Alima Foundation, Inc.
02.2018 - 03.2018
- Assessed twenty-five patients daily, ensuring comprehensive understanding of individual needs and conditions.
- Completed fifty-six hours of hands-on clinical exposure in various healthcare settings.
- Implemented daily recreational activities to foster relationships among patients, enhancing social interaction and emotional well-being.
- Facilitated patient independence in daily activities, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, and mobility, promoting self-sufficiency and dignity.
Student Nurse
Dasmariñas City Medical Center
08.2017 - 08.2017
- Collaborated with healthcare providers within the hospital vicinity.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Measured and recorded patient vital signs in accordance with hospital protocols.
- Assist in providing prescribed medications.
- Assist with blood transfusions with assigned nurses.
Student Nurse
Cavite Center for Mental Health
02.2017 - 02.2017
- Gained clinical exposure through a nine-day internship at a local hospital.
- Supported patients in activities of daily living to enhance comfort and independence.
- Assist in promoting hygiene care.
- Promoted regular exercise routines to improve patient fitness and health.
- Provide assistance on day-to-day meal.
- Supported patients in reinforcing mental and physical activities through structured programs.
Student Nurse
Philippine Orthopedic
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Completed three days of clinical exposure in a healthcare setting.
- Observed various patients in a clinical environment.
- Provide hygiene care with patient.
- Provided hygiene care to support patient comfort and health.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
04.2001 -
Courses
- Nursing Fundamentals
- Maternal-Child Health Nursing
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Combat Medic
- Emergency Skills
- Basic Life Support - CPR
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
Activities and Organization
- PeriOperative Registered Nurses Association of the Philippines, Inc. (ORNAP)
- President, Nursing Department Student Council
- Nursing Department (THADDEAN) Member
- Implement approved Policy, Procedures and Plans by the Dean of Nursing Department
- Organize student council community outreach
- Arrange and facilitate department regular and multiple meetings
- Creates constructive and application of plan for improvement
Certification, Training, and Seminars
- Acquired Certificate of Completion for Perioperative Care in Cardiovascular Surgery Training, by the Nursing Academics Division of Philippine Heart Center, January to March 2026
- Acquired Certificate of Completion for Asynchronous Patient Safety Module 2 entitled "Error Prevention and Risk Reduction Strategies", De La Salle Medical and Sciences Institute, August 2025.
- Acquired Certificate of Completion for Asynchronous Patient Safety Module 1 entitled "Fundamentals of Patient Safety", De La Salle Medical and Sciences Institute, July 2025
- Acquired Certificate of Completion with Quest Solutions Training and Consultancy Services Corporation, May and June 2025
- Basic Intravenous Therapy
- Phlebotomy Training
- Pediatric Phlebotomy Training
- Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Analysis Seminar
- Blood Borne Pathogens Seminar
- Acquired Certificate of 3rd Annual Regional Convention, ORNAP Cavite Chapter; Rising Above: Perioperative Nurse As Leader In Healthcare Landscape, De La Salle Animo Center, May 2025.
- Acquired Certificate of Participation by Accelerate Integrated Solutions Inc., May 2024.
- Basic Research Methods for Nurses Webinar
- Vital Beginnings: A Guide to Essential Newborn Assessment and
Recognizing Early Warning Signs Webinar
- 2-in-1 Navigating Dialysis and Endoscopy: Advanced Career
Path for Nursing Practice Webinar
- Acquired Certificate of In-Service Training for Essential Endo-Laparoscopic Surgery Skills for Nurses, by Nursing Services - Staff Development of De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute, April 2024.
- Acquired Certificate of Completion with American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission for Nursing Continuing Professional Development, January 2022.
- Pediatric Abusive head Trauma (Shaken Baby Syndrome)
- Errors in the Surgical setting
- Conflict Management
- Tick Borne Diseases
- Primitive Reflexes: Why Are They Important?
- Preventing Needlestick Injuries
- Preeclampsia
- Diuretics: Navigating the Waters
- Sexual Harassment Prevention
- Management of Cardiovascular Disease in Pregnancy
- Allergy versus side effects: The Confusion Must Stop
- ICU Psychosis: The Danger is Real
- Critical Thinking
- Obstetric Complication
- Postpartum Care
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC)
- Newborn Assessment
- Obesity and Pregnancy
- Mental Illness and Pregnancy
- Management of Diabetes during Pregnancy
- Decreasing C-section Rates
- Talking to Dementia Residents (Communication with Cognitively
Impaired Clients)
- Placental Complications
- Neonatal Complication at Delivery
- Maternal Fetal Triage Index
- Drug Abuse and Pregnancy
- Acquired Certificate of Completion relative to the Joint Commission International's Accreditation Standards of Patient Safety Quality Healthcare, Asian Hospital and Medical Center, February 2019.
- Anesthesia and Surgical Care
- Facility Management and Safety Care
- Culture of Safety and Building a High Reliability Organization
- Prevention and Control of Infection
- Patient Safety Must Know
- How to Improve with the Model for Improvement
- Medication Safety
- Health Technology Assessment
- Improving Effective Communication
- Patient Chart Documentation and Security of Patient
Information
Skills
Vital sign assessment
Medication administration
Patient support
Safety protocols
Critical thinking
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Skilled in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
PowerPoint design
Development strategies
Punctual and reliable
Emotional support
Timeline
Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse - Philippine Heart Center
01.2026 - 03.2026
Staff Nurse, Operating Room - De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute
03.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse, Operating Room - Asian Hospital and Medical Center
02.2019 - 07.2019
Student Nurse - Jose Balay Alima Foundation, Inc.
02.2018 - 03.2018
Student Nurse - Dasmariñas City Medical Center
08.2017 - 08.2017
Student Nurse - Cavite Center for Mental Health
02.2017 - 02.2017
Student Nurse - Philippine Orthopedic
01.2017 - 01.2017
Saint Jude College - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
04.2001 -