Loreta Olivar
LLittle Rock
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing [Number]+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to [Type] patients. Knowledgeable about [Type] requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Patient-oriented Nurse with [Number] years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with [Area of expertise] specialty.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
Utilization Review Nurse
Cognizant Technologies Solutions
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
- Supervised and maintained all utilization review documentation through [Software].
- Devise or identify solutions for irregular requests and issues.
- Obtained authorizations from multiple insurance carriers for various levels of care.
- Submitted cases for criteria failures and helped facilitate resolutions and approvals.
Community Health Nurse
Department of Health
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed treatments as ordered by physicians and documented actions.
- Conducted individualized patient assessment to report patient's immediate condition or needs to care team leader.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored for side effects in collaboration with provider.
- Developed plan of care for patient reflecting collaboration with members of healthcare team.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
- Provided therapeutic nursing interventions for individualized plan of care to patient.
- Discussed individualized education to answer questions for patient and family.
Public Health Associate
Department of Health
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Developed and implemented training classes to educate team members and community residents.
- Engaged clients in health-related activities to enhance overall well-being.
- Collaborated with local organizations to expand health services and resources.
- Wrote and distributed informational materials on chronic diseases, infant mortality, substance abuse, and other community health concerns.
- Participated in health promotion campaigns to raise awareness of health issues.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Staff Nurse
Calape Mother and Child Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Nursing Assistant
Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities
04.2015 - 12.2017
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Bohol
Tagbilaran City,Bohol Philippines03-2012
Diploma of Technology Major in Food Tecnology - Food Technology
Diploma of Technology Major in Food Tecnology
Tagbilaran City,Philippines06-2008
Skills
- Respiratory support
- Vaccine administration
Timeline
Staff Nurse
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
08.2024 - Current
Utilization Review Nurse
Cognizant Technologies Solutions
01.2023 - 07.2024
Community Health Nurse
Department of Health
01.2022 - 12.2022
Public Health Associate
Department of Health
07.2019 - 12.2021
Staff Nurse
Calape Mother and Child Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2019
Nursing Assistant
Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities
04.2015 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Bohol
Diploma of Technology Major in Food Tecnology - Food Technology
Diploma of Technology Major in Food Tecnology