Matthew Ryu Kato
Summary
Dedicated Staff Nurse from Tan Tock Seng Hospital, adept in emergency care and interprofessional collaboration, significantly enhanced patient safety and care quality. Mentored nurses and led by example in critical thinking and clinical judgment, achieving notable improvements in patient management and infection control.
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.
Healthcare professional prepared for demanding role in patient care. Extensive experience in managing complex cases and providing compassionate care. Valued for team collaboration and achieving patient-centered outcomes. Proficient in clinical assessments and patient education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Staff Nurse, Surgical High Dependency Unit
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
05.2020 - Current
- Facilitated patient discharges by coordinating with medical teams, social workers, case managers, and other support staff.
- Prevented infections through diligent adherence to infection control policies, including proper hand hygiene techniques and equipment sterilization procedures.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional development.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Promoted a positive work environment by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and participating in regular staff meetings.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their voices were heard when making decisions about their healthcare journey.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Served as a resource for colleagues seeking assistance or advice in specialized areas of nursing practice.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions, and bronchoscopies.
- Managed high-acuity cases, coordinating with physicians to deliver appropriate interventions and treatments.
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Enhanced team performance by mentoring junior staff and sharing best practices.
Locum Staff Nurse
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Assisted in emergency situations, delivering swift and effective care.
- Supported physicians during procedures, ensuring smooth operation flow.
- Documented patient progress for tracking treatment effectiveness.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
Enrolled Nurse
Recruit Express
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Singapore Institute of Technology
Singapore01-2020
Diploma - Nursing
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Singapore01-2018
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric nursing
- Patient safety
- Interdisciplinary coordination
- Direct patient care
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Wound care
- Central line care
- Patient management
- Airway management
- Wound care management
- Critical thinking
- Patient condition monitoring
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Nursing staff supervision
- Interprofessional collaboration
Additional Information
Past Involvements with Tan Tock Seng Hospital:
- Recruitment programme (ROBUST), 2020 till current
- Nursing Open House 2021
- Nursing Open House 2022
- Chief Nurse Student Engagement
- People Development, 2024 till current
- Organizer to the upcoming Well-being Event in Jan'25
Timeline
Senior Staff Nurse, Surgical High Dependency Unit
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
05.2020 - Current
Locum Staff Nurse
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
06.2018 - 10.2018
Enrolled Nurse
Recruit Express
05.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Singapore Institute of Technology
Diploma - Nursing
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
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