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VEA-IRISH LACASTESANTOS

Zamboanga City,IX

Summary

Compassionate Community Nurse with strengths in patient assessment and care planning. Delivers exceptional evidence-based care to enhance patient health outcomes. Advocates for patient rights while maintaining confidentiality and dignity. Dedicated Community Nurse skilled in therapeutic communication and health education. Engages patients and families to promote understanding of care needs and disease prevention strategies. Builds trust through empathetic interactions, alleviating anxiety in challenging situations. Motivated healthcare professional demonstrating strengths in patient advocacy and infection control. Adapts to evolving healthcare demands through continuous learning and skill enhancement. Committed to delivering quality care and supporting team objectives in community health. Patient-focused nursing professional trained in optimum care, safety standards and documentation requirements. Confident in delivering treatments and conducting assessments to promote patient wellbeing and encourage recovery. Works great with colleagues and outside departments to coordinate safe, successful care. Highly committed nursing professional skillfully prioritises demands of multiple patients simultaneously. Maintains high levels of energy working long shifts. Healthcare professional committed to providing comprehensive patient care through home visits, health education, and chronic disease management. Adept at coordinating multidisciplinary care plans, administering medication, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. Strong communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare teams to promote optimal health outcomes. Compassionate and empathetic professional with talent for providing high-quality patient care. Skilled in effective communication, active listening, and building trusting relationships with patients and their families. Adaptable and quick to learn, bringing strong foundation in healthcare principles and genuine commitment to improving community health and well-being. Experienced in providing compassionate care to diverse patient populations within community settings. Skilled in developing and implementing care plans, managing chronic conditions, and promoting health education. Committed to improving patient outcomes through empathetic support and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Productive employee with proven track record of successful project management and producing quality outcomes through leadership and team motivation. Works with clients to determine requirements and provide excellent service.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Community Nurse

City Health Office of Zamboanga
Zamboanga City, Zamboanga Del Sur
09.2022 - 08.2025

o Performs Total Nursing Care including bedside nursing, pre and post operative nursing care as well as admission and discharge duties

o Administering of prescribed medication and carry-out doctor’s orders

o Observe ,document and reports patient’s symptoms,condition and progress of treatment and therapy

o Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

  • Maintained accurate patient records, documenting care provided and outcomes achieved.
  • Provided wound care, including dressing changes, and monitored for signs of infection.
  • Checked blood pressure, temperature and heart rate of patients to assess vital signs and monitor condition.
  • Demonstrated empathy, kindness and respect for patients through collaborative care to build trust, relieve anxiety and improve health outcomes.
  • Assessed patient health needs and developed care plans tailored to individual requirements.
  • Reviewed and updated patient care policies to reflect current best practices and regulations.
  • Engaged in continuous professional development to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans in response to changing health status.
  • Advocated for patient rights and ensured confidentiality in all professional interactions.
  • Provided exceptional evidence-based and person-centred care to patients to improve outcomes and improve quality service.
  • Instructed patients and family members on daily tasks and care needs to improve continuity of care.
  • Implemented infection control measures to protect patients, staff, and the community.
  • Supported patients with chronic conditions, offering guidance on management techniques.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations to deliver life-saving care and stabilise patients for additional treatments.
  • Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.

Staff Nurse

Lipa Medix Medical Center
Zamboanga City, Zamboanga Del Sur
07.2018 - 07.2019
  • Managed emergency situations with professionalism, administering immediate care and coordinating with medical teams to ensure patient safety.
  • Carefully monitored, recorded and reported changes in patient symptoms to deliver best care practices.
  • Measured blood pressure, pulse and temperature to assess and record vital signs.
  • Worked with a consistently positive, friendly bedside manner to enhance patient experiences during difficult times.
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients following prescribed healthcare plans.
  • Monitored patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration for swift action.
  • Performed wound care procedures, applying dressings and monitoring for signs of infection to promote healing.
  • Conducted emergency medical procedures, such as CPR, when necessary to save patients' lives.
  • Accurately recorded patient medical information and vital signs to provide continued best possible care.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records accurately.
  • Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patient conditions in a timely manner.
  • Collated medical data for patient records, maintaining strict confidentiality.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease prevention and health maintenance practices.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families, helping them cope with illness and recovery.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations to deliver life-saving care and stabilise patients for additional treatments.
  • Administered oral, topical and intravenous medications based on patient symptomatology and treatment plans.
  • Communicated with healthcare team to evaluate and execute proper patient care plans.
  • Addressed and answered questions for families regarding patient treatment, health and progress.
  • Actively promoted best nursing practices, leading by example in providing accurate, prompt patient provisions.
  • Managed catheters to promote strong hygiene and patient comfort.
  • Provided pre-and post-operative care, preparing patients for surgery and aiding in their recovery process.
  • Demonstrated compassionate communication skills, empathetically delivering difficult news to patients and families.
  • Conducted patient assessments, including vital signs and symptom evaluation, to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Worked closely with nursing staff to conduct ward rounds.
  • Supported surgical procedures and provided post-operative care.
  • Assessed patient pain and discomfort and developed mitigation strategies to minimise issues impacting recovery.
  • Supported charge nurse to deliver care for full wards in line with quality-of-care standards.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with healthcare professionals, ensuring patients had access to necessary follow-up care and support services.
  • Conducted electrocardiograms to quickly and accurately assess patients.
  • Conducted patient assessments to determine their care requirements and devised suitable care plans.
  • Recorded patient food intake and nutritional needs, liaising with dietitians to tailor meal plans.
  • Advocated for patients' rights and needs, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Western Mindanao State University
Zamboanga City, ZAS
01-2018

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Wound care
  • Medication administration
  • Care planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Emergency response
  • Infection control
  • Patient advocacy
  • Health education
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Quality assurance
  • Treatment coordination
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Wound cleaning and dressing
  • Professional development
  • Positive attitude
  • Intravenous drug administration
  • Vital signs
  • Wound irrigation
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Catheter and wound care
  • Infection control techniques
  • End-Of-Life care understanding
  • Patient education
  • Family support assistance
  • Adaptability to change
  • Flexible
  • Calm under stress
  • Health assessments
  • Effective communication
  • Charting and reporting
  • Sharps handling
  • Vital signs monitoring

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Filipino
Proficient
C2
Visayan
Proficient
C2
Chavacano
Proficient
C2
Korean
Intermediate
B1
German
Beginner
A1
Spanish
Intermediate
B1

Certification

  • Newborn Screening certified conducted on April 1- June 30, 2025 by MEDConcept Solution Phils.Inc. with the Progran Cotrol/ Accreditation Number: MED-2018-271-8749
  • Basic Life Support- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for Health Care Providers conducted on September 20-21,2024 by the Zamboanga Peninsula- Center for Health Development Health Emergency Management Staff with an ID Number: BLSHCP-24-ZCHO-251
  • Child Abuse and Maltreatment: New York Mandated Report Training competed on June 24,2025 by CEUfast with the ANCC provider number P0274
  • New York Infection Control and Barrier Precautions conducted by CEUfast completed on JUne 24,2025 with a provider number IC145

Hobbies and interests

  • Singing
  • dancing
  • volleyball
  • pickleball
  • swimming
  • table tennis
  • biking
  • walking
  • basketball

Timeline

Community Nurse

City Health Office of Zamboanga
09.2022 - 08.2025

Staff Nurse

Lipa Medix Medical Center
07.2018 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Western Mindanao State University
VEA-IRISH LACASTESANTOS