LUIS VICTOR FRANCISCO TAN
LONDON,United Kingdom
Summary
Highly skilled healthcare professional with extensive expertise in immediate life support, trauma support, and post-operative care. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of medical software and PACU equipment, ensuring accurate nursing documentation and effective patient assessment. Adept at ECG interpretation, ethical decision making, and collaboration within medical teams to deliver optimal patient outcomes. Committed to enhancing clinical judgment and operation recovery care while pursuing opportunities for professional growth in the healthcare sector.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
PACU Nurse / Recovery
BARTS HEALTH NHS TRUST
LONDON, ENGLAND
03.2020 - Current
- 1,248-bed Level 1 Trauma Center – 30-bed PACU
Clinical Care & Monitoring: Management of high-acuity Phase I and II recovery for diverse surgical cases. Continuous assessment of vital signs, neurological status, and pain levels ensures early detection of complications.
Emergency Response: Delivery of life-saving interventions and stabilizing treatments during medical emergencies with clinical precision.
Patient Throughput: Facilitation of seamless care transitions through thorough handovers with surgical teams and execution of efficient discharge plans for home or inpatient units.
Medication Management: Administration of IV, oral, and topical medications. Management of complex pain protocols and titration optimizes patient comfort and healing.
Surgical Site Care: Maintenance of strict sterile techniques for wound dressing and infection control minimizes post-operative risk.
Education & Mentorship: Clinical supervision and mentorship provided to student nurses and junior staff. Education of patients and families regarding post-operative recovery and aftercare.
Family Liaison: Acts as a primary point of contact for families, providing clear updates on progress and treatment changes to reduce anxiety.
Professional Standards: Adherence to rigorous quality healthcare standards and commitment to nursing advancements through continuous professional development.
HYPERACUTE STROKE UNIT NURSE
SURREY & SUSSEX NHS TRUST
Redhill, Surrey
12.2018 - 02.2020
- 28-bed Stroke Unit | 6-bed Hyperacute Stroke (HASU) monitoring | 744-bed Hospital
Clinical Monitoring: Management of hyperacute stroke patients through continuous neurological assessment and hemodynamic monitoring.
Patient Education: Provision of comprehensive disease management sessions to improve patient health literacy and long-term outcomes.
Infection Control: Implementation of rigorous hygiene and infection control protocols to enhance unit safety and patient recovery.
Palliative Care: Delivery of compassionate end-of-life care, focusing on dignity, symptom management, and family support.
Environment Management: Maintenance of a safe, sterile, and organized clinical environment to ensure optimal care delivery.
ICU NURSE
WEST METRO MEDICAL CENTER
ZAMBOANGA CITY, PHILIPPINES
11.2011 - 01.2018
- 5-bed Intensive Care Unit | 110-bed Tertiary Hospital
Critical Interventions: Provision of high-acuity nursing care for critically ill patients, including prompt execution of complex physician orders and life-saving emergency response.
Clinical Assessment: Performance of comprehensive physical examinations for new admissions to establish diagnostic baselines and development of individualized nursing intervention plans.
Hemodynamic Monitoring: Continuous monitoring and interpretation of vital signs for critically unstable patients to maintain physiological stability.
Pharmacology Coordination: Collaboration with the pharmacy department to ensure the timely acquisition and administration of critical care medications.
Family Advocacy & Education: Delivery of emotional support and crisis communication to families; provision of specialized home-care training for post-ICU transitions.
Crisis Management: Effective management of high-pressure emergency situations to preserve patient lives and optimize health outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
WESTERN MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY
PHILIPPINES 06.2006 - 04.2010
Skills
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in high-acuity Phase I and II Post-Anaesthesia Care Expert in patient throughput, rapid complication detection, and stabilizing post-op patients Daily proficiency in Cerner Millennium (SurgiNet & PowerChart) for meticulous documentation and medication reconciliation Committed to patient safety, core measures, and seamless multidisciplinary collaboration in fast-paced surgical environments
Post-Op Recovery: Expert in Phase I & II recovery, sedation monitoring, and discharge criteria (Aldrete scoring)
Acute Care: ILS/BLS certified; proficient in ECG interpretation, IV titration, and blood product administration
Advanced airway management, mechanical ventilation weaning, and trauma resuscitation support
Strong focus on surgical site infection prevention, wound care, and pain management protocols
Health Informatics: Advanced daily use of Cerner PowerChart and SurgiNet for real-time EMR charting and care coordination
Expert operation of PACU-specific monitoring, invasive lines (A-lines/CVP), and diagnostic equipment
Efficient handover reporting (SBAR), ethical decision-making, and collaborative care with Anaesthesia and Surgical teams
Manage the immediate recovery of diverse patient populations, ensuring strict adherence to hospital protocols and standards
Utilize Cerner SurgiNet and PowerChart for comprehensive documentation, ensuring 100% accuracy in medication administration and patient flow tracking
Coordinate with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient throughput while maintaining a high standard of individualized post-operative care
Certification
Immediate Life Support & Basic Life Support Training
High Dependency Unit Course
Languages
English
Fluent
A1
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Timeline
PACU Nurse / Recovery
BARTS HEALTH NHS TRUST
03.2020 - Current
HYPERACUTE STROKE UNIT NURSE
SURREY & SUSSEX NHS TRUST
12.2018 - 02.2020
ICU NURSE
WEST METRO MEDICAL CENTER
11.2011 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
WESTERN MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY
06.2006 - 04.2010