Ricardo Alejandro BSN, RN
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dynamic ICU Nurse with extensive experience at Lung Center of the Philippines, recognized for strong clinical judgment and critical care expertise. Proven ability to manage ventilator operations and deliver life-saving interventions. Adaptable team player, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Telemetry Unit
NKC Health
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care activities, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, promoting a safe environment.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for seamless communication.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
ICU Nurse
Lung Center of the Philippines
06.2009 - 09.2022
- Supervised daily operations of ICU, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards.
- Managed resource allocation efficiently, optimizing staffing and equipment use during shifts.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient interventions.
- Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Trained and mentored nursing staff on best practices in critical care management.
- Managed patient care plans for critically ill patients, ensuring adherence to protocols and improving outcomes.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
Clinical Nurse
Fe Del Mundo Medical Center
09.2007 - 06.2009
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive assessments of patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment protocols and patient safety measures.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient care quality and operational efficiency.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baliuag University
Baliuag Bulacan, Philippines03-2006
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical care
- Intravenous therapy
- Medication and IV administration
- Ventilator management
- Adaptable and flexible
- CPR/AED
Languages
English
Tagalog (Filipino)
Certification
- Basic Life Support (CPR & AED), (RQI) - 2025
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, AHA - 2018
- Basic Life Support and First Aid Trainer - 2017
- Intravenous Therapy Training - 2015
- Critical Care Training - 2012
Timeline
Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Telemetry Unit
NKC Health
02.2023 - Current
ICU Nurse
Lung Center of the Philippines
06.2009 - 09.2022
Clinical Nurse
Fe Del Mundo Medical Center
09.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baliuag University