RITCHIE CUMBA

*** **** *** *** *, Morris, IL ****0 H: 815-***-**** C: 815-***-**** ac04jo@r.postjobfree.com English speaking professional with over 14 years experience as an effective advocate for patients. Professionally trained job title with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Perioperative Nurse with more than six years staff experience in an OR setting. Strong clinical judgment

Neurology awareness

High level of autonomy

Patient evaluation/intervention

Problem resolution capability

ICD-10 forms

Foley catheter insertion/removal familiarity

EPIC proficient

Acute care expertise

Palliative care awareness

Disease specialization authority

In-depth knowledge of intravenous therapy

Professional bedside manner

Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines

Patient positioning competency

RN - Stepdown ICU, 08/2016 to Current

Rockford Memorial Hospital – Rockford IL

Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases. Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability. Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management. Closely monitored acute conditions.

Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

Developed and implemented nursing care plans.

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens. Registered Nurse, 11/2015 to 08/2016

Correct Care Solutions – Will County Adult Detention Center Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests. Chronic patient care in med-surg unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitoring for 40 patients per shift.

Oversaw and managed 4 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.

Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases. Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability. Performed lab tests and communicated results.

Closely monitored acute conditions.

Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA's) to identify performance areas for improvement. Developed and implemented nursing care plans.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

SKILLS

WORK HISTORY

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens. Followed infection control procedures.

Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies. Specialized in the nursing care of patients with chemical dependency. Registered Nurse, 08/2015 to 04/2016

Shahbain Internal Medicine Ltd – 219 Bedford Rd Morris, IL 60450 Checking in patients, checking vital signs, assessing symptoms, elaborating on the treatment plan and ensuring follow-up.

Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests. Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management. Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Followed infection control procedures.

Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies. Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/2014 to 02/2015

Tratt Clinic SC – Morris, IL

Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns. Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse. Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients. Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.

Changed sterile dressings.

Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies. Provided pre- and post-operative care.

Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.

Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing. Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds. Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients' condition or environment. Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance and performance improvement activities.

Member in good standing with Nurse Aide Registry.

Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medications. Clinical Instructor-Perioperative Nursing, 04/2005 to 12/2013 Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas City, Philippines Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability. Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management. Processed monthly reports for department performance. Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge. Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans. Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care. Closely monitored acute conditions.

Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program. Developed and implemented nursing care plans.

Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses. Delegated staff nurse duties.

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens. Followed infection control procedures.

OR/DR/PACU Nurse, 03/2004 to 04/2005

Bauan Doctor's General Hospital – Batangas, Philippines Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests. Followed infection control procedures.

Monitored fluid intake and output levels.

Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts. Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge. Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans. Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures. Operating Room Staff Nurse, 09/2003 to 02/2004

Jesus of Nazareth Hospital – Batangas City, Philippines Developed and implemented nursing care plans.

Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift. Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability. Provide a safe quality perioperative nursing care to surgical patients. Emphasize safety to patient and surgical team during intraoperative phase. Operating Room Staff Nurse, 01/2003 to 07/2003

Mary Mediatrix Medical Center – Lipa City, Batangas, Philippines Provide a safe quality perioperative nursing care to surgical patients. Emphasize the safety of patients and surgical team throughout the intraoperative phase. Operating Room Staff Nurse Trainee/Volunteer, 10/2000 to 09/2002 Batangas Regional Medical Center – Batangas City, Philippines Provide a safe quality perioperative nursing care to surgical patients under direct supervision of the charge nurse as preceptor.

Master of Science: Nursing, 2013

Lyceum of the Philippines University - Batangas City, Philippines Bachelor of Science: Nursing, 1992

Southwestern University - Cebu City, Philippines

EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Certification (2015 to 2017)

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