Ana Corita VALLEJO
LONDON,Newham
Summary
- Experienced nurse with extensive expertise in intensive care and perioperative nursing. Proficient in blood transfusion protocols, IV management, and advanced cardiac life support. Skilled in medical software literacy and computerised charting, ensuring accurate patient records. Demonstrates strong leadership in infection prevention and control, enhancing healthcare quality improvement initiatives. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care through effective communication with family members and comprehensive elderly care competencies.
- Hardworking nursing professional bringing 3+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to adult patients. Knowledgeable about cardiovascular and cardiothoracic patients and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
- Offering compassionate and patient-centred approach, knowledgeable about providing care with empathy and strong communication skills. Background in customer service and teamwork, bringing reliability and keen willingness to learn. Ready to use and develop critical thinking, adaptability, and attention to detail in adult registered nurse role.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Cardiology Staf Nurse
St. Thomas Hospital - GSTT
LONDON
2022.07 - Current
- Interpret ECG reading thru telemetry and cardiac monitor and be able to know normal and abnormal rhythmns and correlate to doctors in regards to patient's assessment and treatment
- Participated regularly in professional development activities to enhance nursing skills.
- Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- Assisted doctors during procedures, ensuring successful operations.
- Championed the implementation of evidence-based practice within the nursing team.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Facilitated the recovery of patients through constant monitoring and evaluation of condition.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
Private Research Nurse
GlobaltekPH
Cabanatuan City, Philippines
2021.10 - 2022.06
- Liaised with lab teams for seamless transfer of specimens.
- Upheld strict ethical standards whilst conducting sensitive research activities.
- Promoted a safe, supportive environment for patients participating in studies.
- Managed medication administration and treatment regimes within clinical trials.
- Participated in selection process; contributed to robust team dynamics within the research department.
- Reduced errors during data entry by ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Streamlined collection, analysis, interpretation of complex health data for improved outcomes.
Clinic Nurse
St. Sebastian Medical and Diagnostic Clinic
Science City of Muñoz, Philippines
2019.06 - 2021.09
- Streamlined appointment scheduling to minimise waiting times for patients.
- Delivered infant immunisations as part of community wellness program.
- Advocated for patients' rights; striving to understand and respect cultural differences.
- Monitored chronic conditions with routine check-ups and tests, aiding effective treatment plans.
- Improved patient care by administering medication and treatments according to prescribed protocols.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures for seamless operations.
Staff Nurse
Heart Of Jesus Hospital
San Jose City
2015.12 - 2019.04
- Works with doctors and other healthcare professionals in a hospital setting to perform diagnostic tests, analyze results and record a patient’s medical history and symptoms.
- Set up a plan for a patient’s treatment, administer medicine and operate medical equipment.
- Observes patient in a hospital setting and record the results.
- Teach patients and often their families, about managing their illness by explaining what to do at home.
Clinic Nurse
St. Sebastian Medical and DIagnostic Clinic
Science City of Munoz
2014.08 - 2015.12
- Communicated and collaborated with a diverse group of people for the purpose of informing the healthcare team of plans/actions, for teaching/education to benefit the patient/family organization.
- Coordinated patient care through a continuum and facilitated the achievement of optimal outcomes in relation to clinical care, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Made patient care assignments based on the scope of practice and skill level of assigned personnel.
- Accountable for identifying, disposing of, and submitting orders for expired medication for family practice clinic.
- Provided appropriate response to emergency situations with patients and provided other critical assistance to patients as needed.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing
Wesleyan University-Philippines
Cabanatuan City, Philippines 2010.01 - 2014.04
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Saint Joseph High School Department
San Jose City, Philippines 2004.01 - 2008.01
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Saint Joseph Elementary School Department
San Jose City, Philippines 1998.01 - 2004.01
Skills
- Blood transfusion protocols
- Computerised charting
- Medical software literacy
- Perioperative nursing
- Immunisation delivery
- Communication with family members
- Intensive care expertise
- Elderly care competencies
- IV management
- Blood collection
- Medical equipment operation
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Post-Operative recovery aid
- Surgical preparation
- Electrocardiogram interpretation
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Healthcare quality improvement
- Urinalysis processing
- Vital signs measurement
- Falls risk identification
- Nurse leadership
- Infection prevention and control
- Wound dressing
Certification
- Cardiac Surgery Advanced Life Support (CALS)
- Immediate Life Support (ILS) - Adult
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Resuscitation Level 2 - Adult
Accomplishments
Ongoing Level 6: ECG course in King's College of London
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
- Wendy Endrara - Senior Staff Nurse - Older Persons Assessment Unit, Guy's Hospital, London
- Remah Tabjan - Deputy Practice Development Nurse, St. Thomas Hospital, London
- Edelyn Palan - Senior Staff Nurse - Older Persons Assessment Unit, Guy's Hospital, London
Timeline
Cardiology Staf Nurse
St. Thomas Hospital - GSTT
2022.07 - Current
Private Research Nurse
GlobaltekPH
2021.10 - 2022.06
Clinic Nurse
St. Sebastian Medical and Diagnostic Clinic
2019.06 - 2021.09
Staff Nurse
Heart Of Jesus Hospital
2015.12 - 2019.04
Clinic Nurse
St. Sebastian Medical and DIagnostic Clinic
2014.08 - 2015.12
Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing
Wesleyan University-Philippines
2010.01 - 2014.04
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Saint Joseph High School Department
2004.01 - 2008.01
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Saint Joseph Elementary School Department
1998.01 - 2004.01