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Work History
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Mennen Bautista

Chicago

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient assessments, holistic care, and medication administration. Skilled in developing individualized care plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and educating patients and families. Bringing strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Ascension Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center
10.2016 - Current

1. Assesses each patient's biophysical, psychosocial, environment, spiritual, cultural, self-care, educational and discharge planning based on age and developmental status.

2. Utilizes the caring behaviors of empathy, active listening and cultural sensitivity and supports patient dignity.

3. Develops and prioritizes an outcome directed plan of care to assigned patients and changes as necessary.

4. Performs clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies, procedures, standards of practice and within scope of the State Nurse Practice.

5. Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing interventions. Modified the plan of care focusing on age and development status and patient outcomes.

6. Reviews the plan of care and consults with the physician and other healthcare providers to adjust the plan to assure optimum patient outcomes within the scheduled timeframe.

7. Documents care per documentation standards in the electronic medical record and adhere to downtime procedures.

8. Provides patient/family education.

9. Serves as a mentor/preceptor for colleagues and other staff within or outside of areas of responsibility.

10. Adheres to established departmental policies, procedures and objectives.

11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Registered Nurse

St. Paul's House
10.2015 - 10.2016

1. Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

2. Utilized critical thinking to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients ' acuity levels and individual needs.

3. Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

4. Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care plan that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

5. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

6. Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.

Registered Nurse

Mosaic of Lakeshore
11.2014 - 09.2016

1. Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

2. Utilized critical thinking to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients ' acuity levels and individual needs.

3. Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

4. Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care plan that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

5. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

6. Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.

Visiting Registered Nurse

Spectrum Home Health Care Inc.
12.2013 - 12.2014

1. Managed time effectively while visiting multiple patients daily without compromising high standards of care delivery or attention to detail during assessments.

2. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, education, and active listening to address concerns.

3. Educated patients on self-care techniques such as proper nutrition, mobility assistance devices usage, and medication management for increased independence at home.

4. Assessed need for additional health or ancillary services and refer patients for service(s) when appropriate on a timely basis.

5. Documented treatments delivered, medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Visiting Registered Nurse

Samland Healthcare Inc.
08.2013 - 03.2014

1. Managed time effectively while visiting multiple patients daily without compromising high standards of care delivery or attention to detail during assessments.

2. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, education, and active listening to address concerns.

3. Educated patients on self-care techniques such as proper nutrition, mobility assistance devices usage, and medication management for increased independence at home.

4. Assessed need for additional health or ancillary services and refer patients for service(s) when appropriate on a timely basis.

5. Documented treatments delivered, medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up car

Occupational Health Nurse

Physician Diagnostic Services Inc.
01.1998 - 04.2013

1. Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.

2. Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and facilitating data-driven decision making on workplace wellness initiatives.

3. Enhanced employee productivity by providing prompt and effective medical care for work-related illnesses and injuries.

4. Developed return-to-work plans tailored to individual needs that expedited recovery time after illness or injury.

5. Provided ongoing health education to employees, fostering a culture of wellness and selfcare.

Registered Nurse Volunteer

Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital
05.1995 - 09.1997

1. Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.

2. Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes and timely discharges.

3. Administered medications safely and accurately, reducing medication errors and improving patient safety.

4. Delivered compassionate care to patients in a variety of clinical settings, including emergency rooms, medical-surgical floors, OP department.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Iloilo Doctors' College
Iloilo City, Philippines
03-1994

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Medication administration
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Physical assessments
  • Precepting
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Emotional awareness
  • Managing deadlines
  • Strong medical ethic

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Ascension Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center
10.2016 - Current

Registered Nurse

St. Paul's House
10.2015 - 10.2016

Registered Nurse

Mosaic of Lakeshore
11.2014 - 09.2016

Visiting Registered Nurse

Spectrum Home Health Care Inc.
12.2013 - 12.2014

Visiting Registered Nurse

Samland Healthcare Inc.
08.2013 - 03.2014

Occupational Health Nurse

Physician Diagnostic Services Inc.
01.1998 - 04.2013

Registered Nurse Volunteer

Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital
05.1995 - 09.1997

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Iloilo Doctors' College
Mennen Bautista