Angelica Gamban
Bloomsburg
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse Substitute
Central Columbia School District
01.2024 - Current
- Administered first aid and medications to students, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Conducted routine health screenings, identifying potential health issues for timely intervention.
- Maintained accurate student health records, supporting data-driven decisions for care plans.
- Collaborated with educators to create a safe environment promoting student well-being.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
Head Nurse Emergency Department
Cardinal Santos Medical Center
01.2008 - 06.2017
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to patient care protocols and safety standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Implemented evidence-based practices, enhancing quality of care across multiple departments.
- Conducted regular training sessions for nursing staff on updated medical procedures and technologies.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability while minimizing waste.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Led initiatives to streamline communication between nursing staff and physicians, improving response times.
- Analyzed patient feedback data to identify areas for improvement in service delivery.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Served as a liaison between the nursing department and hospital administration to address staffing concerns, policy changes, and budgetary issues effectively.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, identifying areas for growth and providing constructive feedback when necessary.
- Consistently met regulatory requirements through meticulous record-keeping and timely reporting of incidents.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Coordinated seamless patient transfers between departments, ensuring continuity of care at all times.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Championed infection control measures within the unit, resulting in reduced rates of hospital-acquired infections.
- Reduced medical errors with thorough documentation and adherence to strict safety standards.
- Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff participation in quality improvement projects.
- Successfully managed high-stress situations during emergency cases and mass casualty incidents, providing critical leadership and decision-making skills.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse Cardiovascular Unit
St. Luke's Medical Center
01.2006 - 03.2006
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation to ensure accurate health records.
- Prepared patients for Cardiovascular Procedures like CABG, Coroangiogram
- Learned hospital protocols and safety procedures to maintain a secure environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to deliver cohesive patient care.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and medication management effectively.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Sta Isabel
Naga City Philippines 06.2005
Timeline
School Nurse Substitute
Central Columbia School District
01.2024 - Current
Head Nurse Emergency Department
Cardinal Santos Medical Center
01.2008 - 06.2017
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse Cardiovascular Unit
St. Luke's Medical Center
01.2006 - 03.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Sta Isabel