Ruby Ann B. Gentapa
London
Summary
A highly skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience in critical care, dialysis, dementia, learning disability and elderly care across diverse healthcare settings. Demonstrates proficiency in administering medications, performing wound care, and managing emergency situations with precision and adherence to safety protocols. Notable for advanced clinical skills such as tracheostomy care, PICC line maintenance, and PEG line administration. Certified in Basic Life Support and licensed as an IV Therapist, with additional training in phlebotomy, ECG machines, and blood transfusion procedures. Adept at developing comprehensive care plans and conducting risk assessments while maintaining excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure. Committed to delivering compassionate patient care and seeking opportunities to further specialise in critical nursing roles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
RCH Care Homes
Essex
03.2023 - Current
- Administered medications orally, rectally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously and via IV therapy.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients, adhering to infection-control policies.
- Performed wound care procedures, applying dressings and monitoring healing processes.
- Administered CPR following Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider during emergency cases to patients undergoing cardiac arrest.
Dialysis Nurse
Davita Renal Services
Colliers Wood, Merton
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided haemodialysis care to renal patients daily to track fluid management, daily weights for intravenous medications and pressure sore prevention.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations to deliver life-saving care and stabilise patients for additional treatments.
- Conducted pre-dialysis patient education sessions to explain the dialysis process and address any concerns.
- Administered dialysis treatment to patients with kidney failure, closely monitoring their condition and response to therapy.
Critical Care Nurse- ICU/Recovery
Ulster Hospital- South Eastern Health and Care Trust
Belfast, Northern Ireland
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed administration of medications, intravenous fluids, and blood products, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Responded to emergency situations by performing CPR or using defibrillator.
- Administered life-saving interventions and critical care to patients in high-dependency units, following established protocols.
- Administered oral, topical and intravenous medications based on patient symptomatology and treatment plans.
- Utilised advanced clinical skills to perform procedures such as tracheostomy care and central line maintenance.
- Administered venepuncture procedures with precision, adhering to strict NHS safety protocols for patient wellbeing.
- PICC Line administration of medications
- NGT feeding
- Parenteral Nurition administration
- PEG line use and administration
Agency Nurse for Care Homes- Dementia, Learning Disability, Mental Health, Respite care, Palliative, Nursing
Filoheartbeat International Ltd.
Belfast, Northern Ireland
03.2019 - 05.2022
- Looked after residents with learning disablility, Dementia patients, Elderly `and Mental health residents
- Inspected, cleaned and dressed patient wounds for optimum healing.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations to deliver life-saving care and stabilise patients for additional treatments.
- Consulted with health professionals across disciplines to coordinate successful treatments.
Dementia Care Nurse
Four Seasons Care Home
Belfast
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Conducted dementia and Alzheimer's specific care, employing patience and specialised techniques to enhance patient comfort.
- Liaised with social services to support patients and families in accessing community resources and financial assistance programmes.
- Monitored and adjusted pain management plans for elderly patients, ensuring comfort and reducing distress.
- Responded to medical emergencies among elderly patients swiftly, applying critical thinking and clinical skills.
- Applied infection control measures when handling laboratory specimens and disposing waste materials.
- Administered oral, topical and intravenous medications based on patient symptomatology and treatment plans.
Nurse Reliever
Vicente Gullas Memorial Hospital
Cebu City
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patient conditions in a timely manner.
- Administered oral, topical and intravenous medications based on patient symptomatology and treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients following prescribed healthcare plans.
- Monitored patient conditions closely, reporting and recording signs of deterioration for swift action.
Clinic On Call Nurse
Healthway Medical Clinics
Cebu City
07.2017 - 03.2018
- Assisted employees with health concerns conducting proper thorough assessment , taking baseline vitalsigns, administering basic oral medications, referring to GP as needed.
- conduting annual physical exam for comoany employees
- maintaining and monitoring health of employees
Cardiac ICU Nurse/ Dialysis Nurse
Saudi German Hospital
Jeddah
02.2016 - 08.2016
- asssiting patients pre and post CABG Surgery
- assisting patients pre and post Cardiac stent
- performing Regular ECG and reading results for cardiac patients and referring to Cardiac Surgeon and consultants
- administeting medication through Central line as well as Oral medications and topicals.
- Performing suctioning
- Tracheostomy and tracheostomy care
- Monitoring cardiac patients pre and post surgery
- Operated advanced medical equipment, including ventilators and intravenous IV pumps, to support patient life functions.
- Administered life-saving interventions and critical care to patients in high-dependency units, following established protocols.
ICU/ ER / Medical Surgical Staff Nurse
Vicente Gullas Memorial Hospital
Cebu City
12.2011 - 12.2013
- Managed emergency situations with professionalism, administering immediate care and coordinating with medical teams to ensure patient safety.
- Measured blood pressure, pulse and temperature to assess and record vital signs.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients, adhering to infection-control policies.
- Performed wound care procedures, applying dressings and monitoring for signs of infection to promote healing.
- Accurately recorded patient medical information and vital signs to provide continued best possible care.
Education
COLLEGE LEVEL -
Cebu Velez College of Nursing
Cebu City, Philippines03-2010
SECONDARY LEVEL -
International Philippine School in Riyadh
Riyadh, KSA03-2005
PRIMARY LEVEL -
International Philippine School in Riyadh
Riyadh, KSA03-2001
University of San Carlos- girls high school -
University of San Carlos- girls high school
Cebu City, Philippines03-1999
Skills
- Care Plans and Risk Assessments
- IVF Trained Nurse
- Phlebotomy Trained
- BLS Trained Adult and Child
- PEG Care Trained
- Syringe driver / Palliative Care Trained
- Dialysis trained Nurse
- Venipuncture Trained
- Wound dressing and wound care
- ABG & ABG Machine training
- Blood transfusion & Blood Culture collection training
- Airvo Machine training
- ECG Machine trained
- Critical Nurse Trained
- Certified Basic Life Support Provider
- Licensed IV Therapist
- Cardiac ICU Nurse trained
- Good rapport and communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize workload
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to work independently
Custom Section
- IVF Trained Nurse
- BLS Trained Adult and Child
- PEG Care Trained
- Syringe driver / Palliative Care Trained
- Dialysis trained Nurse
- Venipuncture Trained
- ABG & ABG Machine training
- Blood transfusion & Blood Culture collection training
- Airvo Machine training
- ECG Machine trained
- Critical Nurse Trained
- Registered Nurse- Philippine Board Exam Passer June 2010
- Certified Basic Life Support Provider
- Licensed IV Therapist
- Cardiac ICU Nurse trained
- Good rapport and communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload
- Able to work under pressure and independently
- Proficient in English and Filipino Language
References
- Maureen Baguio, mfbaguioii@gmail.com, Registered Nurse/ Quality Care Nurse, London, England
- Katrina Maissie Liao, 07718778792, Critical Care Nurse Band 7, Sutton, UK
Personal Information
Age: 37
Timeline
Registered Nurse
RCH Care Homes
03.2023 - Current
Dialysis Nurse
Davita Renal Services
06.2022 - 12.2022
Critical Care Nurse- ICU/Recovery
Ulster Hospital- South Eastern Health and Care Trust
04.2021 - 05.2022
Agency Nurse for Care Homes- Dementia, Learning Disability, Mental Health, Respite care, Palliative, Nursing
Filoheartbeat International Ltd.
03.2019 - 05.2022
Dementia Care Nurse
Four Seasons Care Home
02.2019 - 03.2021
Nurse Reliever
Vicente Gullas Memorial Hospital
06.2018 - 02.2019
Clinic On Call Nurse
Healthway Medical Clinics
07.2017 - 03.2018
Cardiac ICU Nurse/ Dialysis Nurse
Saudi German Hospital
02.2016 - 08.2016
ICU/ ER / Medical Surgical Staff Nurse
Vicente Gullas Memorial Hospital
12.2011 - 12.2013
COLLEGE LEVEL -
Cebu Velez College of Nursing
SECONDARY LEVEL -
International Philippine School in Riyadh
PRIMARY LEVEL -
International Philippine School in Riyadh
University of San Carlos- girls high school -
University of San Carlos- girls high school