Ruth Malasique
VENTURA
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with solid background in emergency care, skilled nursing and patient management. Consistently provided critical care in high-pressure environments, ensuring patient stability and positive outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in rapid assessment and collaborative problem-solving.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Contributed to the creation of a positive work culture within the Emergency Department by actively participating in team-building activities, offering constructive feedback, celebrating successes, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among colleagues.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
Registered Nurse, School/Agency Nurse
RCM Technologies
04.2021 - 06.2024
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Registered Nurse, Travel SNF/LTC
Cross Country Healthcare
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse, SNF/LTC
Ohana Pacific Health
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Makati
Philippines03-2018
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical thinking
- Wound care
- Delegation and motivation
- Patient care assessment
- Tracheostomy care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center
01.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse, Travel SNF/LTC
Cross Country Healthcare
11.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, School/Agency Nurse
RCM Technologies
04.2021 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse, SNF/LTC
Ohana Pacific Health
11.2020 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Makati
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