Experienced Certified Dialysis Nurse skilled in delivering high-quality care in both hospital and outpatient settings. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgement and empathy, with a proven track record of enhancing patient comfort and understanding of kidney disease treatments. Efficient in high-stress situations, with a strong ability to communicate complex medical information clearly. Known for fostering excellent teamwork within healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Consultant - Renal Services
Northwest Renal Unit
South Burnie, Tasmania
10.2024 - Current
Actively guided nursing staff in patient care, ensuring adherence to best practices, and enhancing patient outcomes.
Thoroughly assessed patients' condition to devise personalized care plans, closely monitoring progress to meet treatment goals.
Fostered strong collaborative relationships with physicians and healthcare professionals in delivering comprehensive patient care.
Offered targeted support and mentorship to nurses facing complex cases, enhancing team capability and patient care quality.
Registered Nurse
Northwest Renal Unit
South Burnie, Tasmania
05.2024 - Current
Performed dialysis treatments for patients with chronic renal failure.
Provided direct patient care in a dialysis unit, including monitoring vital signs and administering medication.
Assessed patient's physical condition prior to each dialysis treatment, evaluated and documented findings.
Educated patients and their families about the dialysis process, diet restrictions, medications, lifestyle modifications and other relevant topics.
Conducted daily assessments of patient's response to dialysis therapy, monitored fluid balance during dialysis treatments.
Monitored access sites for patency and reported any problems to physicians promptly.
Managed ancillary equipment such as pumps, monitors and water systems used in the delivery of dialysis treatments.
Dialysis Nurse
Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
Exeter, Devon
09.2020 - 03.2024
Works in 3 months rotation between Renal Ward and Haemodialysis Satellite Unit
Coordinated and collaborated with internal and external healthcare professionals to measure treatment effectiveness and re-evaluate care plan.
Carried out basic health checks, including checking pulses, temperatures, and blood pressures before any procedure.
Care for patients with renal failure from the pre-dialysis to maintenance dialysis, conservative management, end of life care and supporting patients with transplantation
Delivered dialysis at hospitals as outpatient and inpatient and provide patients with comfortable treatment environments.
Provided haemodialysis care to renal patients daily to track fluid management, daily weights for intravenous medications and pressure sore prevention.
Work closely with doctors, specialist nurses, dieticians, social workers, psychologists, and the pharmacy department to deliver high-quality continuous care to the patients within the department.
Built strong relationships and trust with patients by providing continuous support and delivering the best possible care.
Assessed, troubleshot and made sound decisions to treat critically ill patients especially during dialysis
Educated patients and caregivers on discharge instructions to maintain continuum of care.
Theater Nurse
The Medical City
Pasig City, Metro Manila
08.2017 - 08.2019
Guaranteed care continuity through multi-disciplinary team communication.
Delivered direct clinical support, monitoring patient status and reporting to surgical care team.
Verified patient comprehension of surgical risks, benefits and recovery planning to support informed decision-making.
Oversaw patient file preparation prior to treatment day, working to minimise potential complications, cancellations and postponements.
Prepared specialist instruments, equipment and medication to anaesthetist instructions.
Maintained high patient care standards through diligent theatre assistance and enforcement of best practices.
Cleaned surgical instruments and materials meticulously to maintain stringent adherence to infection-control regulations.
Supplied surgeons with required instrumentation, needles and swabs, supporting seamless surgical care.
Contributed to mission of delivering top-quality care, empathy and service to exceed patient expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pangasinan
Dagupan City Pangasinan, Philippines
2011
Skills
Hemodialysis
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Clinical Decision Making
Clinical Quality Improvement
Patient Advocacy
Patient Safety
Certification
Advance Life Support Level 1 - Immediate Life Support
Licensed Nurse in Australia since September 2022
Licensed Nurse in the United Kingdom since October 2020
Licensed Nurse in the Philippines since October 2011
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Consultant - Renal Services
Northwest Renal Unit
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Northwest Renal Unit
05.2024 - Current
Dialysis Nurse
Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
09.2020 - 03.2024
Theater Nurse
The Medical City
08.2017 - 08.2019
Advance Life Support Level 1 - Immediate Life Support
Licensed Nurse in Australia since September 2022
Licensed Nurse in the United Kingdom since October 2020
Licensed Nurse in the Philippines since October 2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pangasinan
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