CHUAN LUNG SEE

• Assessed patients' health status regularly using advanced assessment skills, allowing for early intervention when needed to prevent complications or decline in condition.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with advancements in nursing practice and sharing newly acquired knowledge with colleagues.
• Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering an environment that encouraged learning and professional growth among colleagues.
• Enhanced patient care by consistently updating and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility through proactive risk assessments and effective communication with interdisciplinary teams.
• Reduced medication errors by developing a standardized medication administration process for the nursing team.
• Optimized workflow efficiency by analyzing current processes and suggesting improvements based on best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Developed educational materials for patients, caregivers, and staff to enhance understanding of disease management strategies and self-care techniques.
• Led quality improvement initiatives to reduce hospital-acquired infections, contributing to safer patient environments.
• Contributed to the development of policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines within the organization to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality nursing care.
• Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
• Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting clinical operations and patient care.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Senior Staff Nurse – Rehab Stroke Ward, Yishun Community Hospital
June 2017 to December 2022

Key Responsibilities:

• Provided specialized nursing care to patients recovering from ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes.
• Assisted and supervised safe feeding techniques for patients with dysphagia.
• Recognized and responded to early stroke symptoms using F.A.S.T. assessment.
• Encouraged patient participation in rehabilitation therapy to enhance recovery.
• Assisted in safe patient transfer and mobility using ceiling and portable hoists.
• Dispensed and supervised routine medications and self-administration of medications by patients.
• Engaged caregivers in Caregiver Training (CGT) programs on feeding, skin hygiene, bowel care, and urinary catheter care.
• Coordinated with volunteer services to facilitate recreational activities such as haircuts and gardening for patients.
• Performed two-hourly turning for bedbound patients to prevent pressure injuries.

Staff Nurse – Rehab Ortho Ward, Yishun Community Hospital
December 2015 to June 2017

Key Responsibilities:

• Performed wound dressing and removal of surgical stitches/staples (STO) for post-operative orthopedic patients.
• Provided patient education and counseling on post-operative pain management and recovery expectations.
• Documented patient recovery progress and participated in multidisciplinary meetings with therapists and physicians.
• Implemented therapists’ recommendations regarding mobility aids and rehabilitation exercises.
• Managed care for patients who underwent Total Knee Replacement (TKR), including education on weight-bearing status and infection prevention through hand hygiene.

Staff Nurse – Medical, Cardiology, and Respiratory Ward
December 2012 to April 2015

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients across various medical disciplines.
• Administered medications via multiple routes: oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intradermal, intravenous, sublingual, and ophthalmic/otic/nasal applications.
• Conducted routine blood glucose monitoring and documentation.
• Performed tracheostomy care including suctioning and dressing changes.
• Provided care for patients with chest tubes and assisted in monitoring respiratory function.
• Inserted nasogastric tubes (NGT) and managed NGT feeding procedures.
• Conducted ECG monitoring and reported abnormalities.
• Performed wound care and managed patients with pressure injuries.
• Monitored patients’ vital signs and maintained accurate intake and output charts.

Staff Nurse – Renal Ward
April 2015 to November 2015

Key Responsibilities:

• Provided nursing care for patients undergoing hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.
• Developed and implemented individualized care plans for renal patients.
• Collaborated with the renal coordinator to arrange dialysis placement and follow-up for patients.