Marie Kristine Dycaico
Cainta, Province of Rizal
Summary
Accomplished Nurse Manager at Makati Medical Center, adept in staff leadership and quality improvement. Spearheaded initiatives reducing medication errors and enhanced patient care standards. Excelled in clinical supervision and staff development, fostering a culture of safety and excellence. Demonstrates critical thinking and effective department management, ensuring optimal operational efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager
Makati Medical Center
04.2018 - 05.2024
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department, conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
Charge Nurse
Makati Medical Center
06.2010 - 03.2018
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Optimized resource allocation, ensuring all patients received timely and adequate care without overburdening staff.
Staff Nurse
Makati Medical Center
04.2008 - 05.2010
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
Education
Medical Transcription
Optimum Transschool, Inc.
Las Pinas, Metro Manila, Philippines11-2024
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Quality improvement
- Critical thinking
- Department management
- Staff leadership
- Clinical supervision
- Staff development
- Performance improvement
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Compliance oversight
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Makati Medical Center
04.2018 - 05.2024
Charge Nurse
Makati Medical Center
06.2010 - 03.2018
Staff Nurse
Makati Medical Center
04.2008 - 05.2010
Medical Transcription
Optimum Transschool, Inc.
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