Maria Janelyn Gado
Registered Nurse
Davao City
Summary
Analytical and strategic [Job Title] with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Caring Nurse with 13 years of experience in diverse healthcare organization working medical-surgical patients. Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental and educational aspects of nursing care for patients and families. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nurse
Davao Regional Medical Center
Tagum City
01.2017 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Came up with treatment plans and communicated with patients about options, medications and self-management.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
- Prepared and sanitized rooms before surgical procedures and assisted surgeons during operations with medical equipment.
- Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
- Identified and assisted with opportunities for performance improvement activities on unit and with other service areas.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Head Nurse
Isaac T. Robillo Memorial Hospital
Davao City
06.2010 - 01.2017
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Worked at least [Number] hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
Staff Nurse
Isaac T. Robillo Memorial Hospital
Davao City
06.2010 - 01.2017
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Clinic Nurse
Lucanus Medical Clinic and Pharmacy
Davao City
03.2008 - 06.2010
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Verified work of subordinates against quality guidelines.
- Planned and implemented patient care to treat conditions or mitigate symptoms.
- Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
Education
Master of Arts - Nursing
San Pedro College
Davao City 02.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Atene De Davao University
Davao City 06.2003 - 03.2007
High School Diploma -
Davao City National High School
Davao City 06.1999 - 03.2003
GED -
Kapitan Tomas Monteverde Sr. Central Elementary
Davao City 06.1993 - 03.1999
Skills
Critical care nursing
undefinedAccomplishments
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
Certified Trauma Nurse - Department of health (DOH) Nurse Certification Program
Timeline
Master of Arts - Nursing
San Pedro College
02.2023 - Current
Nurse
Davao Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - Current
Head Nurse
Isaac T. Robillo Memorial Hospital
06.2010 - 01.2017
Staff Nurse
Isaac T. Robillo Memorial Hospital
06.2010 - 01.2017
Clinic Nurse
Lucanus Medical Clinic and Pharmacy
03.2008 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Atene De Davao University
06.2003 - 03.2007
High School Diploma -
Davao City National High School
06.1999 - 03.2003
GED -
Kapitan Tomas Monteverde Sr. Central Elementary
06.1993 - 03.1999
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