Licelle Rivera
Theodore,ACT
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Healthscope and National Capital Private Hospital, specializing in compassionate patient care and clinical judgment. Demonstrated expertise in wound management and patient advocacy, leading to improved recovery outcomes through effective communication and tailored care plans. Strong commitment to professional development and mentoring future nursing professionals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Healthscope, National Capital Private Hospital
Garran, ACT
06.2013 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care and seamless communication among providers.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes per regulatory standards.
- Performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations while adhering to infection control protocols.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and care plans.
- Developed rapport with patients through active listening, empathy, and effective communication during difficult situations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to individual needs.
- Managed complex wound care including dressing changes, monitoring for infections, and coordinating with specialists as necessary.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize injuries and promote safety within the medical-surgical unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS and other conditions stabilizing interventions.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the filed of medical-surgical nursing.
Assistant in Nursing, Casual
ACT Health Services
Phillip, ACT
02.2012 - 05.2013
- Facilitated activities of daily living for patients to enhance independence.
- Supported nursing and allied health staff in executing therapy activities.
- Delivered one-on-one care to patients exhibiting confusion or disorientation.
- Reported changes in patient conditions promptly to Registered Nurse.
Registered Nurse
King Edward VII Memorial Hospital
Paget, Bermuda
01.2002 - 11.2011
- Provided direct nursing care to 19-20 patients in Continuing Care Unit for seven years.
- Cared for 15-30 patients in ARDU for nearly three years, ensuring quality support.
- Assessed patient and family needs, developed care plans based on nursing diagnoses.
- Advocated for patients' immediate and long-term needs, facilitating communication with families and healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to discuss patient status and report changes.
- Reviewed and revised nursing care plans daily, documenting all aspects of care.
- Educated patients and families, leading patient care conferences and multidisciplinary rounds.
- Supervised auxiliary staff as Charge Nurse, mentoring new and junior staff members.
Registered Nurse
Geriatric Hospital, Ministry of Health
Al Muharraq, Bahrain
09.1999 - 12.2001
- Provided direct and indirect patient care tailored to individual needs.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations upon admission.
- Documented complete client health histories and identified immediate requirements.
- Analyzed data from health histories to identify client problems and needs.
- Planned, implemented, and evaluated effectiveness of comprehensive nursing care.
- Documented and reported data regarding client conditions for ongoing assessment.
- Attended to patients' physical, psychological, spiritual, and social needs as required.
Private Duty Nurse, Casual
Medical Center Paranaque
Manila, Philippines
08.1996 - 04.1999
- Delivered one-on-one nursing care to enhance patient recovery.
- Assessed physical conditions and referred significant findings to physicians.
- Recognized pharmacological effects of various drugs and medications.
- Interpreted doctor's orders for medications and treatments, executing them promptly.
- Maintained a healthy, safe, and sanitary environment for patient well-being.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported changes in patient symptoms and conditions.
Electronic Data Processor and Auditor
Sleepwell Beddings Ind.
Manila, Philippines
10.1996 - 02.1999
- Entered and collected data into electronic systems, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Organized and maintained data files, databases, and records for efficient retrieval.
Volunteer Registered Nurse
Perpetual Help Medical Center
Las Pinas, Philippines
01.1996 - 08.1996
- Accomplished extensive volunteer training with immersive rotations across NICU, ICU, OR/DR, E.R., OPD, Rooming-In, and Medical/Surgical.
Data Researcher
Datasearch International Inc.
Alabang Muntinlupa City, Philippines
10.1994 - 01.1996
- Collect, evaluate, and decipher data pertaining to property titles, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to relevant standards.
Education
Bridging Program For Overseas Qualified Nurses - Nursing
IHNA(Institute of Heath & Nursing Australia)
Melbourne, VIC04-2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Las Pinas College
Las Pinas City, Philippines03-1994
High School Diploma -
Las Pinas Municipa High School
Las Pinas City, Philippines03-1990
Skills
- Pre- and post-operative care
- Compassionate patient care
- Clinical judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound management
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Accurate documentation
- Patient monitoring
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Student precepting
- VAC dressing application
- Patient and family advocacy
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
Certification
- V.A.C. Therapy Skills Education, Solventum KCI, 14 March 2024
- Basic Life Support
- Medication Safety
- Manual Handling
- Hand Hygiene
- Infection Control
- Aseptic Technique
Languages
English
Tagalog
Interests
- Crafting and DIY Projects
Affiliations
- AHPRA- Nursing and Midwifery Board of Nursing Registered Nurse Division 1
- ANMF - Australian Nursing Midwifery Federation ACT
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Healthscope, National Capital Private Hospital
06.2013 - Current
Assistant in Nursing, Casual
ACT Health Services
02.2012 - 05.2013
Registered Nurse
King Edward VII Memorial Hospital
01.2002 - 11.2011
Registered Nurse
Geriatric Hospital, Ministry of Health
09.1999 - 12.2001
Electronic Data Processor and Auditor
Sleepwell Beddings Ind.
10.1996 - 02.1999
Private Duty Nurse, Casual
Medical Center Paranaque
08.1996 - 04.1999
Volunteer Registered Nurse
Perpetual Help Medical Center
01.1996 - 08.1996
Data Researcher
Datasearch International Inc.
10.1994 - 01.1996
Bridging Program For Overseas Qualified Nurses - Nursing
IHNA(Institute of Heath & Nursing Australia)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Las Pinas College
High School Diploma -
Las Pinas Municipa High School