Michael John Pendon
Pontyclun,Mid-Glamorgan
Summary
Highly skilled nurse with 14 years extensive practice in the Philippines and United Kingdom with wide range of nursing expertise in critical care, cardio-thoracic intensive care, coronary care and trauma and orthopaedics. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability to changing situations and resilience in different health care setting during long shifts. Proficient in nursing informatics, telemetry monitoring, and evidence-based practice. Strong advocate for patient and family needs, with a focus on therapeutic communication and wound care empathy. Adept at utilising the Microsoft Office Suite to enhance nursing documentation and communication. Committed to advancing critical care practices through continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Staff Nurse - Band 5
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Llantrisant, Rhondda Cynon Taf
10.2019 - Current
- Developed individualised patient-centered plans based on assessment data prioritising efficient recovery for patients requiring critical care and treatment.
- Maintained detailed records of patient's progress whilst under critical care, adept with NHS carevue system digital nursing record, Welsh Nursing Care Record, NEWS scoring system in line with local and national guidelines for nursing documentation. .
- Assisted physicians with complex procedures, providing optimal patient care such as CVC and chest drain insertion, hemodynamic monitoring setup and airway management such as endotracheal intubation.
- Conducted assessments on patients' vital signs; ensured stable condition using cardiac monitors with added monitoring parameters such as bispectral index monitoring, PiCCO hemodynamic monitoring and haemofiltration care and assessments for patients while requiring continuous renal replacement therapy.
- Care of patients on continuous IV infusions such as sedatives, analgesia, inotropic/vasopressor support, fluid management, blood/blood product transfusions, total parenteral nutrition among others.
- Assessment and implementation of care for patients with artificial airways (endotracheal tubes, trachesotomy tubes, laryngectomy tube) on mechanical ventilators and care of patients on positive airway ventilation using NIV masks, patients on high O2 supplementation using high flow nasal cannulae to lower O2 therapy using simple face masks and O2 cannulae.
- Implemented and maintained core measures in patient safety, patient satisfaction and holistic nursing approaches.
- Develop and implement care plans for critical care patients preventing pressure and device-related injuries assumed the role of pressure ulcer champion helping the unit address issues and preventing pressure related injuries from immobility, device-related pressure injuries and medical adhesive related skin iNjuries.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary nursing teams for excellent care continuity such as physiotherapists, dietetics, pharmacists, psychology team, speech and language therapists among others.
- Planned and implemented treatment programmes to stabilise patient conditions.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
Bank Nurse - Coronary Care Unit
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Llantrisant, Rhondda Cynon Taf
04.2023 - 04.2025
- Worked as bank nurse for Coronary Care Unit providing nursing care for patients with cardiac diseases worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices in coronary care.
- Provide high quality nursing are for patients with acute coronary problems and assist patient with healing and recovery after coronary emergency and surgery.
- Provide pre and post operative/intervention care for patients for pacemaker/ICD implantation, coronary angiogram / angioplasty.
- Provide care for patients on cardiac infusions for blood pressure, heart rate and rhythm control, thrombolytic therapy, insulin, IV fluid management.
- Assessment and monitoring of patients vital signs and cardiac rhythm on continuous cardiac monitoring devices, telemetry devices.
- Ensured adherence to nursing standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices and ethics.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for improved patient outcomes such as cardiology team, heart failure nurses, arrhythmia nurses, physiotherapists and pharmacist
Locum Critical Care Nurse
Next Step / Presto Nursing
Cardiff, Cardiff
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked as locum nurse for staff shortages in general intensive care at University Hospital of Wales (Cardiff, Wales, UK) and The Grange Hospital (Newport, Wales, UK) providing efficient and holistic approach to critical care.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies by adhering strictly to best practice guidelines and protocols.
- Provided quality patient care by administering medication, monitoring vital signs and communicating with medical team.
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports; facilitated seamless handovers between shifts.
- Utilised advanced technology equipment for monitoring critically ill patients; ensured accurate data collection.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, family and colleagues to support continuum of care.
- Responded promptly to changes in patient condition; adjusted care plan as needed for optimal results.
Trauma and Orthopedic Staff Nurse - Band 5
Cwm Taff Morgannwg University Health Board
Lllantrisant, Mid-Glamorgan
06.2016 - 09.2019
- Improved patient comfort with effective pain management techniques such as patient-controlled analgesia both IV and Epidural and care of patients with erector spinae plane blocks.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall patient care outcomes such as physiotherapist, occupational health therapists, dietetics, pain management team, community nurses among others.
- Streamlined admission procedures resulting in decreased waiting time before treatment commencement.
- Implemented infection control measures effectively, reducing incidents of cross-contamination in the ward.
- Assisted in the recovery of patients post-operation, contributing to a decrease in hospital readmission rates.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' health status for improved treatment planning.
- Administered prescribed medications accurately, minimising potential errors or adverse reactions.
- Implemented and evaluated care plan efficiencies, identifying and addressing concerns to improve treatment outcomes.
- Implement care plans for patients preventing pressure injuries related to immobility, devices such as collars, splints and tractions.
Cardio-Thoracic / General Critical Care Nurse
The Medical City Iloilo
Iloilo City, Iloilo, Philippines
04.2011 - 11.2016
- Monitored vital signs and responded accordingly to prevent further health deterioration.
- Upheld strict infection control standards within the ward, promoting a safe environment for healing.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Demonstrated expertise in the use of invasive monitoring devices, providing accurate data collection such haemodynamic monitoring using pulmonary artery catheters (Swan Ganz), CVP lines and ICP monitoring.
- Managed post-operative complications by immediate response and treatment including post open-heart surgeries (CABG, Aortic dissection repairs, heart valve repairs) for adult patients and care paediatric patients with congenital heart defects.
- Assessment and implement nursing care plans for patients with chest drains and wound drains and surgical wounds.
- Provide nursing care for patients post minimally invasive cathlab procedures such as percutaneous coronary interventions with stents, intra-aortic balloon pump care and monitoring, transcatheter devices closures for paediatric with atrial / ventricular septal defects.
- Provide nursing assessment, monitoring and care for patients post pacemaker / ICD / CRT-D implantation.
- Facilitated smooth transition from surgical procedure to intensive care unit, minimising stress for patients.
- Assessment and care of patients with invasive airway management requiring mechanical ventilation.
- Assessment and care of patients on continuous IV sedation and analgesia.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions through careful observation and continuous monitoring.
- Provide efficient nursing care for faster recovery time aiming for lower mechanical ventilation days, early mobilisation and rehab for critically ill patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of San Agustin
Iloilo City, Philippines 06/2006 - 03/2010
High School Diploma -
St. Paul School
Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo 06/2002 - 03/2006
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation proficiency
- Oxygen therapy procedures
- Adaptable to changing situations
- Patient and family advocacy
- Therapeutic communication
- Wound care empathy
- Resilience during long shifts
- ICU equipment operation
- Nursing informatics
- Telemetry monitoring
- Critical care nursing
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
NMC registration since 2017 until present.
Previous holder of Philippine Nursing License.
Basic Assessment and Support in Intensive Care cetificate.
Languages
English
Fluent
Filipino
Fluent
Hiligaynon
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bank Nurse - Coronary Care Unit
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
04.2023 - 04.2025
Locum Critical Care Nurse
Next Step / Presto Nursing
12.2021 - 08.2022
Critical Care Staff Nurse - Band 5
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
10.2019 - Current
Trauma and Orthopedic Staff Nurse - Band 5
Cwm Taff Morgannwg University Health Board
06.2016 - 09.2019
Cardio-Thoracic / General Critical Care Nurse
The Medical City Iloilo
04.2011 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of San Agustin
06/2006 - 03/2010
High School Diploma -
St. Paul School
06/2002 - 03/2006
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