KENNETH PALMARES
Mildura,VIC
Summary
Talented professional adept at handling medical and personal needs of patients with focused and compassionate mentality. Proven skills in updating case and progress information in computer system and directly to healthcare staff and family members.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Laboratory Technician
Uerm Memorial Medical Center
Sta Mesa Manila , Philippines
09.2012 - 12.2024
- Monitored patient progress towards goals and outcomes established by the interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plan of care accordingly.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Instructed patients and their families on disease process, medications, treatments and self-care techniques.
- Conducted assessments of physical condition; observed changes in patients' health status; reported to physicians regarding patient's condition.
- Ensured that all laboratory areas were kept clean and orderly at all times.
- Identified and fixed issues with lab equipment to achieve more accurate lab results.
- Performed daily housekeeping tasks driving efficient laboratory operations.
- Developed processes and techniques to improve the efficiency of laboratory operations.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and notified supervisor of low stock levels.
- Monitored safety compliance within the laboratory environment to ensure adherence to regulations.
Instructor / Part Time (Basic Life Support )
American Heart Association Basic life support (CPR and AED) Program UST FMS LSTC / UERM Manila
Sta Mesa Manila , Philippines
08.2013 - 03.2024
- Developed guides and course materials to reinforce lecture information and help students learn.
- Used electronic equipment and materials to develop and orientate technical skills.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Staff Nurse
Uerm Memorial Medical Center
Sta Mesa Manila , Philippines
07.2008 - 09.2012
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
Public Health Nurse
Asilo De Betania
Conseilhero De Borja St. Cidade De Macau, Macau
02.2006 - 12.2007
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Staff Nurse
St. Ann Medical Hospital
C.M.Recto Poblacion Quezon Bukidnon , Philippines
10.2002 - 01.2007
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
Private Duty Nurse
Technological Institute Of The Philippines
Aurora Boulevard Cubao, Quezon City , Philippines
07.2001 - 12.2001
- Facilitated referrals from primary care providers to specialty services.
- Monitored patient progress towards goals and outcomes established by the interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plan of care accordingly.
Private Duty Nurse
Mr. Gene Stamaria
Busco Sugar Milling Company , Philippines
10.2000 - 01.2001
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Family Clinic Colleges
H.S Lacson St. Sta Cruz Manila03-2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Mac Arthur Highway Velenzuela City06-1993
High School Diploma -
Nuestra Señora Del Pilar High School
Poblacion Quezon Bukidnon, Philippines 03-1991
Skills
MS office Application Literate
Management, Research and leadership skills
Able to handle multiple assignments under high pressure
Highly organised, with a positive attitude and thrive on working in challenging environment
Certification
SEMINARS ATTENDED
Balancing Professional and Personal Responsibility
March 10, 1999 @ AVR FCC
Human Relation : A Fundamental Key to Corporate Success
August 27, 1999 @ AVR FCC
Assertiveness
December 13, 1999 @ AVR FCC
Nursing Care of Client with Myocardial Infarction ( Role of a professional nurse in ECG )
February 4, 2000 @ AVR FCC
Disaster Nursing
February 17-28, 2000 @ PNRC Intramuros Manila
Gerontological Nursing
March 14, 2000 @ AVR FCC
Basic Introduction to Simulation ( Pre Simulation User Network)
Centre for Healthcare Simulation
Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
National University of Singapore
July9-11, 2012
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS (CPR and AED) Program
UST FMS LSTC / UERM, Manila Philippines
August 28, 2013
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for INSTRUCTOR (CPR and AED) Program
UST FMS LSTC / UERM, Manila Philippines
August 30, 2013
Timeline
Instructor / Part Time (Basic Life Support )
American Heart Association Basic life support (CPR and AED) Program UST FMS LSTC / UERM Manila
08.2013 - 03.2024
Chief Laboratory Technician
Uerm Memorial Medical Center
09.2012 - 12.2024
Staff Nurse
Uerm Memorial Medical Center
07.2008 - 09.2012
Public Health Nurse
Asilo De Betania
02.2006 - 12.2007
Staff Nurse
St. Ann Medical Hospital
10.2002 - 01.2007
Private Duty Nurse
Technological Institute Of The Philippines
07.2001 - 12.2001
Private Duty Nurse
Mr. Gene Stamaria
10.2000 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Family Clinic Colleges
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
High School Diploma -
Nuestra Señora Del Pilar High School