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MARICAR RAMALES

28 WESTHALL ROAD LOWESTOFT

Summary

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Agency Nurse

DRC Locum
11.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Improved patient care by efficiently managing and prioritizing multiple assignments during each shift.
  • Collected samples for lab testing to diagnose conditions.
  • Reduced complications from medical procedures by skillfully monitoring vital signs, promptly identifying issues, and taking corrective action as needed.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and consistently exceeding expectations in service delivery.
  • Informed nursing personnel of new admissions, expected time of arrival, room assignment and other information to prepare for patient arrival.
  • Provided quality wound care management that resulted in accelerated healing times for patients with various types of wounds.
  • Arranged transportation to admit, transfer or discharge patients.
  • Monitored patient fluid intake and output to compose patient charts.
  • Administered medications accurately according to physician orders, reducing medication errors significantly.
  • Consistently received positive feedback from patients and families for delivering exceptional care while maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Cooperated with other agencies to provide continuity of care and implement comprehensive care plans.
  • Observed patients under treatment to identify progress or side effects of medications.
  • Facilitated effective discharge planning by coordinating with case managers, social workers, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure seamless transitions of care for patients.
  • Communicated with patient's family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working across diverse healthcare settings such as acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics or home health agencies.
  • Ensured smooth transitions between shifts through comprehensive reporting and clear communication within the nursing team.
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring that patients'' needs were effectively communicated to healthcare teams and promptly addressed.
  • Administered injections, prescribed medications, and enemas and cleaned and dressed wounds to assist with basic medical care.
  • Enhanced the nursing team''s effectiveness by providing ongoing support, guidance, and mentorship to new nurses and students.
  • Reviewed care plans to verify patient's diagnosis, treatment goals and specific nursing orders.
  • Promoted a safe and supportive environment for patients, family members, and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Registered Nurse

Gresham Care Home
01.2019 - 12.2023

Same as above.

  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Agency Healthcare Assistant

Multiple Agency
10.2017 - 12.2018
  • Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.

Registered Nurse

James Paget University Hospitals - NHS Foundation Trust
08.2014 - 09.2017
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

Bank Healthcare Assistant

James Paget Hospital NHS
08.2011 - 07.2014

same as previous position as healthcare assistant.

Healthcare Assistant

GP Unit, Northgate Hospital
04.2010 - 08.2011

Same as previous position.

Senior Carer

Oulton Park Care Centre
10.2004 - 03.2010

Same as previous care assistant job description.

Nursing Aide/Midwife

Ramos General Hospital
02.2000 - 10.2004

Same as previous healthcare assistant job description.

Nursing Aide/Midwife

Central Luzon Doctors' Hospital
06.1995 - 01.2000

Same job description as a Healthcare assistant.

Education

Adult Nursing - Nursing

University Campus Suffolk
Ipswich, SFK
08-2014

Midwifery - Midwifery

Central Luzon Doctor's Hospital
Tarlac Philippines
04-1995

No Degree - Secondary School

Tarlac National Highschool
Philippines
04-1992

No Degree - Primary School

Toro Hills Elementary School
Philippines
04-1985

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient support
  • Self-management
  • Infection control policies and procedures
  • Dementia Care
  • Quality patient care delivery
  • ➢ Venepuncture and Cannulation

    ➢ Palliative Awareness

    ➢ Male & Female Catheterization

    ➢ Intravenous Medication

    ➢ Wound dressing

    ➢ Tracheostomy care

    ➢ Peg feeding and NG feeding

    ➢ Admitting and Discharging patient

    ➢ Delivering Care to End of life patient

    ➢ Elderly and Dementia Care

    ➢ Medicine Administration

Timeline

Agency Nurse

DRC Locum
11.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Gresham Care Home
01.2019 - 12.2023

Agency Healthcare Assistant

Multiple Agency
10.2017 - 12.2018

Registered Nurse

James Paget University Hospitals - NHS Foundation Trust
08.2014 - 09.2017

Bank Healthcare Assistant

James Paget Hospital NHS
08.2011 - 07.2014

Healthcare Assistant

GP Unit, Northgate Hospital
04.2010 - 08.2011

Senior Carer

Oulton Park Care Centre
10.2004 - 03.2010

Nursing Aide/Midwife

Ramos General Hospital
02.2000 - 10.2004

Nursing Aide/Midwife

Central Luzon Doctors' Hospital
06.1995 - 01.2000

Adult Nursing - Nursing

University Campus Suffolk

Midwifery - Midwifery

Central Luzon Doctor's Hospital

No Degree - Secondary School

Tarlac National Highschool

No Degree - Primary School

Toro Hills Elementary School
MARICAR RAMALES