Nurse Medical
Resume:
Katherine A. De Guzman
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CAREER GOAL
Compassionate and enthusiastic new graduate RN, seeking a nursing position at Osan Air Base. Offering 4+ years of patient care, outstanding interpersonal skills and excellent record of nursing education to provide the maximum level of patient care.
EDUCATION AND LICENSURE
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Northwest Florida State College, FL – in progress
Associate Degree in Nursing, Northwest Florida State College, FL – 2018
Practical Nurse Certificate, Ogden-Weber Applied Technical College, UT – 2014
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, University of Phoenix, AZ – 2009
Associate of Art in Business, Axia College of University of Phoenix, AZ – 2007
Practical Nurse License, State of Florida Dept. of Health License No. PN5228297
Registered Nurse License, State of Florida Dept. of Health License No. RN9503978
CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS
• Supervised certified nurse aides to ensure patient safety and cares are met
• Hands-on experience in assisting registered nurses and other healthcare professionals with examinations, treatments, and medical procedures
• Demonstrated ability to review patient charts, interpret lab values, recorded and reported symptoms, reactions, and changes in patient’s conditions to registered nurses and physicians
• Expert in time management, punctual, excellent team player, great customer service skills
Effective communication skills with healthcare providers, patients, and family members
Proficient in medication administration, injections, obtaining vital signs, gathering health history and laboratory specimens
Ability to use various hospital equipment, perform EKG, pulmonary function test, and catheterization
Consistently displaying a positive attitude in the workplace and to all patients
PROFESSIONAL CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
51st Medical Group, Flight Medicine, Osan Air Base, South Korea
LPN/Medical Standards Management Element
July 2019- Present
Health screening for active duty members
Give SBAR to health care providers
Coordinate and assist with Deployment Availability Working Group (DAWG)
Ability to use military medical computer software: AHLTA, CHCS, ASIMS, HAIMS
Plan, organize, and implement medical standards activities for the SGP
Medical record review, security clearance, email correspondences
Pulmonary function test, EKG, injections, wound care
Patient education
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Nurse Residency Program- Oncology Unit
February 2019- April 2019
Instructor-led classroom training
State-of-the-art simulation
Self-directed learning
ACLS, BLS, EKG and CPI training
Clinical preceptorship at Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
Eglin VA Outpatient Clinic, Eglin AFB, FL
Licensed Practical Nurse
February 2017-June 2017
Promoted holistic nursing care to veterans
Preceptor for new LPN
Administered medications, injections, duo-nebulizer and interpret PPD results
Performed ear irrigation, wound care, and assisted physician with pap smear
Provided education on diabetic foot care, insulin, glucometer, gouty arthritis diet, nutrition, tobacco and alcohol cessation
Obtained wound and sputum cultures, fecal occult blood test
Communicated with RNs and primary care providers regarding patient’s plan of care
Conducted PTSD, post-deployment, and depression screening
McKay Dee Hospital, Ogden, UT
Pediatrics Certified Nurse’s Aide
January 2013- May 2013
Obtained vital signs, weights, and blood sugar
Inputted new admissions and discharges into computer
Communicated with registered nurses about patient’s status verbally along with documenting all cares performed on the computer
Interacted with patients and their families to establish a therapeutic relationship
Setup room for new admissions by disinfecting entire room, restocking supplies, and replacing bedding
Provided care to patients by catering to patient’s needs such as bathing and grooming, ordering meals and assist with feeding if needed
Practiced aseptic technique by using personal protective equipment (PPE) maintained clean working environment.
McKay Dee Hospital, Ogden, UT
Float Pool Certified Nurse’s Aide
June 2012 - July 2014
Performed patient care in Pediatrics, Intensive Care, Emergency Room, Rehabilitation, Joint and Spine, Postpartum, Post-Anesthesia Care, Medical Surgical and Cardiovascular units
Used proper medical aseptic techniques and isolation precautions
Maintained a safe and infection-free environment
Communicated with RNs and care team providers regarding patient’s status and conditions
Ability to use hospital equipment such as continuous passive motion (CPM) machines, lifts, slings, suctioning machines
Applied/removed electrocardiogram (ECG) electrodes, foley catheterization
Collected lab specimen for urinary analysis and stool samples, removed staples, monitored and removed intravenous catheters
Mountain Ridge Assisted Living, Ogden, UT
Medicine Tech/Certified Nurse’s Aide
May 2010- June 2012
Supervised/trained certified nurse’s aides
Responded to medical emergencies following facility protocol
Administered and recorded medications on the medication sheets (MAR)
Audited/restocked medications, faxed doctor’s orders to pharmacy, prepared incident reports
Performed wound care and practiced sterile technique
Assisted residents with personal hygiene care and activities of daily living
Prepared/served meals to residents in dining room; assisted with feeding
Assisted residents with transfers in/out of beds, chairs, wheelchairs, and bathrooms
Ability to setup oxygen portable tanks, CPAP and BIPAP machines
Maintained an organized and clean working environment
SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARD
Incirlik Combined Spouses Club Scholarship – 2016
“Stealth” Award from Mt. Ridge Assisted Living- 2011
MyCAA Military Spouse Scholarship- 2010
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Walk to end Alzheimer’s, Florida, Volunteer – Sept 2018
American Heart Association Heart Walk, Florida, Volunteer – Sept 2017, Sept 2018
Hurlburt Field Child Development Center, Florida, Volunteer – Nov 2017 to May-2018
Veterans Stand Down, Florida, Volunteer – Nov 2017
Goal Foundation, Utah, Volunteer – Nov 2010 to Sept 2012
Lakenheath AFB Pharmacy, England, Volunteer – Jan 2010 to Mar 2010
REFERENCES
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