KRISTINE JESSA ESTELLA
Queenstown
Summary
Dedicated and skilled nursing assistant with a proven track record of providing exceptional care at St. Andrews Nursing Home. Committed to ensuring the comfort and well-being of residents. Possesses a deep understanding of medical procedures and protocols. Known for compassionate approach and consistently prioritizing the needs of patients while maintaining professionalism. Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team, striving to make a positive impact on the lives of those under care. Skilled in medical records management and wound care, significantly contributing to improved patients outcome.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
St. Andrews Nursing Home-Queenstown
Queenstown, Singapore
10.2023 - Current
- Assist 30 residents each shift with daily activities, ensuring they're on time for meals and activities
- Provide social and emotional support to improve residents' morale
- Assist in dispensing medication when necessary
- Coordinate and escort residents for appointments at hospitals or polyclinics.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, input and output and blood sugar levels, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery with diligent wound care and infection control practices.
- Supported end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Maintained detailed patient records, ensuring accurate documentation of care and treatment plans.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques, enhancing patient well-being and recovery experiences.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Nurse
City Health Office
City of Naga, Philippines
08.2013 - 12.2022
- Evaluating health trends and risk factors of population groups and helping to determine priorities for targeted interventions
- Giving medications, injections and vaccines as per doctors' order
- Conduct health programs, organize health activities, and perform evaluations of babies and administer vaccinations.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
Nurse
Vicente Mendiola Memorial Clinic
City of Naga, Philippines
02.2011 - 07.2013
- Received endorsement from outgoing shift
- Do nursing and midwifes rounds
- Take vital signs and giving medication to in-patients
- Assisting out patients to do vital signs for medical check up
- Admit pregnant women in labor.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Cebu Doctors' University
Mandaue City, Cebu03.2009
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Cebu Doctors' University
Mandaue City, Cebu03.2009
Skills
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Teamwork
- Provide nursing care whatever patients' life status
- Patience
- Flexible
- Application of knowledge
- Resourceful
- Vital-signs monitoring
- Patient comfort
- Compassionate care
- Patient and family education
Trainingsandseminarsattended
- Standard First Aid with Professional CPR and AED Instruction, Rodech Training Services Link International, Inc., Unit 310 Guadalupe Commercial Complex, Edsa Guadalupe Nuevo, Makati City, Philippines, 1212, 632-882-8822, 01/16/16 - 01/19/16
- Basic Occupational Safety and Health Training Course, Department of Labor and Employment Region VII, Golden Valley Hotel, Pelaez St., Cebu City, 02/09/15 - 02/13/15
- Training of Trainers on Nutrition Program Management, National Nutrition Council, Diamond Suites Hotel, Cebu City, Philippines, 09/20/13 - 10/04/13
- Disaster Training, Philippine Red Cross-Cebu Chapter, Osmena Blvd., Cebu City, 07/08/10 - 07/10/10
- Technical Training on Blood Services for Blood Bank, Eastern Visayas Regional Blood Center, Philippine Red Cross, Cebu City, 08/09/10 - 01/14/11
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
St. Andrews Nursing Home-Queenstown
10.2023 - Current
Nurse
City Health Office
08.2013 - 12.2022
Nurse
Vicente Mendiola Memorial Clinic
02.2011 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Cebu Doctors' University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Cebu Doctors' University