Roberto Rivera
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Seasoned nurse with over 14 years of experience in various fields in nursing. Dedicated and compassionate with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Dialysis Nurse (Team Leader)
HHD Home Health Care LLC
Abu Dhabi
07 2021 - 04 2025
- Identify issues, analyze information and provided solutions to problems
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Completes paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time
- Collaborates with team members to achieve target results
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
General Staff Nurse
NMC Royal Sharjah
Sharjah
2019.04 - 2021.04
- Evaluated, implemented and designed tailored health care plans specific to patient needs and concerns
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines
- Maintained constant communication with physician and other members of care team
- Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching
- Recorded vital signs, monitored changes and communicated to physicians immediately
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time
Registered General Nurse
Enaya Home Nursing Services LLC
Dubai
2015.01 - 2019.01
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings
Charge Nurse, Cardio Medical Ward
Tripoli Medical Center
Tripoli
2013.04 - 2014.08
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments
- Triaged incoming phone calls from emergency rooms and inpatient units to determine needs and prioritize care
- Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration
- Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Valenzuela Medical Center
Valenzuela
2011.11 - 2012.12
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort
- Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to anticipate needs
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards
- Verified patient information to make licensed staff aware of relevant health factors
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Company Nurse
Polyfoam RGC International Corporation (URATEX)
Manila
2009.02 - 2010.08
- Administered medical testing and vision and hearing screening to identify risks to health and improve well-being among staff
- Conducted nursing assessment, triage, treatment and education for employee health concerns
- Responded to emergencies onsite by rendering emergency medical care, CPR and prompt first aid treatment
- Supplied wellness materials and information to employees to prevent sickness, fatigue and mental burnout while fostering positive company culture
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
2004.06 - 2008.04
Skills
- BLS and ACLS Certified
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills
- EMR Charting
- Computer Literate (MS, Excel)
Languages
Basic Arabic
English
Pilipino
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Custom
Philippine Red Cross Valenzuela City Chapter, Instructor, HIV Aids Prevention Education and Substance Abuse Prevention Education Disseminator, 2008-06-04, 2014-08-17, Teach Leadership Development Trainings, HIV/Aids and Substance Abuse Prevention, Disaster Preparedness and Psychological Program in Elementary, High School, College and Community Levels., Do health teaching in the Community., Responded to Emergency Calls., Assisted in removing patients from the ambulance and into emergency facilities., Wound Dressing.
Timeline
General Staff Nurse
NMC Royal Sharjah
2019.04 - 2021.04
Registered General Nurse
Enaya Home Nursing Services LLC
2015.01 - 2019.01
Charge Nurse, Cardio Medical Ward
Tripoli Medical Center
2013.04 - 2014.08
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Valenzuela Medical Center
2011.11 - 2012.12
Company Nurse
Polyfoam RGC International Corporation (URATEX)
2009.02 - 2010.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
2004.06 - 2008.04
Dialysis Nurse (Team Leader)
HHD Home Health Care LLC
07 2021 - 04 2025