Dennis O. Mecua
Sta. Maria,Philippines
Summary
Experienced nurse specializing in neonatal intensive care, adept at delivering high-quality care to critically ill newborns. Combines advanced clinical skills with a calm, reassuring presence to support patients and families. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes. Ready to excel in staff or charge nurse roles.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
NICU staff nurse
International Medical Center
Jeddah, K.S.A
2021.09 - 2026.02
- Promoted breastfeeding amongst new mothers enhancing infant nutrition levels.
- Provided emotional support to families during challenging times resulting in less distress.
- Documented all patient information accurately aiding effective treatment planning.
- Assisted paediatricians during examinations and surgical procedures to ensure best practices.
- Educated parents about infant's medical condition, easing anxiety and promoting understanding.
- Participated in research studies to improve neonatal intensive care procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes with consistent monitoring of feeding habits and weight gain.
- Provided compassionate care to critically ill newborns, ensuring optimal comfort.
NICU Staff Nurse
United Doctors Hospital
Jeddah, K.S.A
2018.03 - 2021.03
- Monitored vital signs in neonates, acting quickly during emergencies.
- Prepared infants for transport to other facilities when necessary, ensuring safety throughout journey.
- Promoted breastfeeding amongst new mothers enhancing infant nutrition levels.
- Assisted paediatricians during examinations and surgical procedures to ensure best practices.
- Improved patient outcomes with consistent monitoring of feeding habits and weight gain.
- Provided emotional support to families during challenging times resulting in less distress.
- Adhered to strict infection control guidelines, protecting patients from potential risks.
- Participated in research studies to improve neonatal intensive care procedures.
Private Duty Nurse
Manila Doctors Hospital
Manila
2014.11 - 2017.11
- Conducted routine checks on patients at night for undisturbed rest and recovery.
- Prepared meals according to specific dietary needs ensuring balanced nutrition intake.
- Ensured hygiene and physical comfort of patients, enhanced overall well-being.
- Assisted patients with mobility exercises, promoted faster recovery.
- Taught family members how to operate medical equipment hence reducing accidents at home.
NICU Senior staff nurse
United Doctors Hospital
Jeddah, K.S.A
2009.05 - 2013.12
- Supervised junior staff efficiently leading to an improved working atmosphere.
- Assisted doctors during surgeries and procedures, facilitating successful outcomes.
- Ensured high standards of hygiene within the ward, promoting a clean environment for recovery.
- Conducted regular health assessments, ensuring timely intervention when required.
- Led nurse training sessions to improve team's overall skill set.
- Managed patient care by coordinating with multi-disciplinary medical teams.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities early on.
- Improved patient satisfaction levels by implementing innovative nursing practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Quezon City, Philippines 2002.01 - 2006.01
Secondary education -
Novaliches High School
Novaliches Quezon City, Philippines 1997.01 - 2001.01
Elementary Education -
Novaliches Elementary School
Novaliches Quezon City, Philippines 1990.01 - 1996.01
Skills
- Proficient ability to handle infants with full care and safety
- In-depth knowledge of neonatal medical terminology
- Knowledge in handling and working of high tech equipment such as
- Incubators Drager CALEO, BABYLEO TN500
- Transport Incubator
- Ventilator Drager Babylog8000, SLE5000 infant ventilator and Drager Infinity C500
- Siemens Cardiac monitor, Drager Infinity VistaXL and Drager vista1205
- Alarms Syringe pump
- Abbot Lifecare 5000 infusion system and PlumA
- Pulse Oximeter
- Oxygen Analyzer
- Metrollefline Crash cart trolley
- Glucometer
- Photolight
- Radiant Warmer/Resusciter
- Nasal Bubble CPAP
- Profound skills of computer such as word, power point, excel etc
- Exceptionally good communication skills both verbally and written
- Good communication skills in Arabic and English
- Excellent organizational, management and interpersonal skills
- Infection control measures
- Neonatal jaundice treatment
- Neonatal surgery assistance
- Pain assessment in neonates
- Respectful end-of-life care
- Parenteral nutrition administration
- Feeding tube placement procedure
- Hypoxic-Ischemic encephalopathy management
- Respiratory distress syndrome therapy
- Blood gas analysis
- Umbilical catheterisation
- Patient advocacy commitment
- Sterile technique mastery
- Stress tolerance under pressure
- Jaundice management expertise
- Responsiveness to rapid changes
- Sensitive family liaison
- Timely clinical judgement
- Neonatal resuscitation certified
- Cardiovascular stability maintenance
- Neonatal ventilation expertise
- Intensive care documentation accuracy
- Intravenous therapy application
- Infection control standards adherence
- Newborn development understanding
- Family support provision
- Meconium aspiration syndrome treatment
- Medication Administration
- Clear communication
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- Professional Board for Nurses: License Registered Nurse (Philippines)
- Saudi Prometric (MOH)
- Saudi Neonatal Resuscitation Program Provider (Saudi K.S.A)
- Basic Cardiac Life Support Provider (Saudi K.S.A)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Saudi Heart Association)
CHARACTER REFERENCES
- Moamer, Shania Algaabri, Neonatologisr NICU Head, 0553668886, United Doctors Hospital, Jeddah, K.S.A
- Madiha, Sayeed, Pediatric Consultant Head of Pediatric Dept, madiali454@gmail.com, United Doctors Hospital, Jeddah, K.S.A, El Minia University Hospital for Obstetrics and PediatricEgypt
- Mohammed, Al Jifri, Sr. Pediatric Registrar, +966 551005182, United Doctors Hospital, Jeddah, K.S.A
- Julius, Penaflor, Head Nurse (NICU), 0534037366, United Doctors Hospital, Jeddah, K.S.A
- Marie cris A., Yee, Assistant DON to Critical area, mariecrisyee6329@gmail.com, 0536426468, United Doctors Hospital, Jeddah, K.S.A
- Sylvia, Soy, Senior staff nurse, 0502421724, International Medical Center, Jeddah, K.S.A
TRAINING
- Basic Life Support (BLS) International Medical Center Jeddah K.S.A October 2024
- Saudi neonatal Resuscitation Program (SNRP) International Medical Center Jeddah K.S.A Sept 12, 2020-2022
PROCEDURES PERFORMED
- Assisting endotracheal intubation
- Assisting in insertion of central lines
- Assisting of exchange blood transfusion
- Suction (oral, nasal and endotracheal)
- Intavenous insertion
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- Orogastric tube insertion
- Nasogastric nad orogastric tube feeding
- Gastric gavage-Gastric lavage
- Administer Blood Transfusion
- Wound dressing
- Administer Emergency drug
- Prepare and administer all routes
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Tepid sponge bath
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTIONS
- Serves as Head Nurse/ Charge Nurse in the absence of the Head Nurse in the unit.
- Provides and ensures that maximum quality care and performance of nursing procedure are delivered effectively by members of the unit and nursing team.
- Perform a variety of supportive and utilizes a range of equipment. Supplies, medication and other modalities in carrying out specific treatments, monitoring technique and other diagnostic, therapeutic and supportive measures.
- Initiates and perform a range of nursing measures based on patient needs related to physical and mental comfort, positioning and mobilization, nutrients and hydration, Bowel and bladder elimination, care of the skin and wounds and support of respiration, hygiene, communication and physical and bodily function.
- Provide safe, therapeutic, personalized physical and psychosocial environment for patient care.
- Coordinates with the in service and quality management. Supervisors providing ongoing review of practices and procedures in making recommendation.
- Report and documents insignificant information through established oral and written process.
- Assist with the maintenance of the nursing philosophies pertinent to assigned unit, actively involved with preparation/ setting implementation, monitoring, reviewing and reporting on the assigned on the unit goals and objective.
Timeline
NICU staff nurse
International Medical Center
2021.09 - 2026.02
NICU Staff Nurse
United Doctors Hospital
2018.03 - 2021.03
Private Duty Nurse
Manila Doctors Hospital
2014.11 - 2017.11
NICU Senior staff nurse
United Doctors Hospital
2009.05 - 2013.12
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
2002.01 - 2006.01
Secondary education -
Novaliches High School
1997.01 - 2001.01
Elementary Education -
Novaliches Elementary School
1990.01 - 1996.01