GRACE DELA CRUZ BSN,RN
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Highly experienced Registered Nurse with 21 years of progressive clinical experience, including 18 years in Saudi Arabia and 3 years in the Philippines. Specialized in Medical-Surgical nursing with strong expertise in acute patient care, medication administration, post-operative management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. NCLEX-RN passer with comprehensive knowledge of U.S. nursing standards and evidence-based practice. Seeking a Staff Nurse position in a U.S. healthcare facility.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Staff nurse
King Fahd Medical City
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2008.03 - Current
- Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Led health education sessions to promote healthy lifestyle choices in patients.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Worked on a ratio of one nurse to five patients, providing consistent and effective care.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
Staff Nurse
Bernardino General Hospital
Novaliches Quezon City, Philippine
2005.02 - 2008.02
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Martinez Memorial College
Caloocan city03.2004
Skills
- Nursing (medical-surgical)
- Recovery management
- Medication management
- Infection prevention strategies
- Family support training
- Electronic medical records (EMR) documentation
- integrated project collaboration
- Preceptor training
- Basic life support
- Adaptability to shift work
- Surgical aftercare
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS)
- Registered Nurse – Professional Regulation Commission (Philippines)
- NCLEX-RN – Passed (New York)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Provided direct care to 5 adult patients per shift in 28 bed in medical surgical ward.
- Performed comprehensive assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Administered oral, IV, IM, and subcutaneous medications safely.
- Managed post-operative patients including wound care and drain management.
- Monitored telemetry and responded promptly to clinical changes.
- Inserted IV lines, Foley catheters, and nasogastric tubes.
- Assisted with blood transfusions and emergency interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation using electronic medical records (EMR).
- Precepted newly hired nurses and nursing students.
Work preference
Work Type
Full timeTimeline
Staff nurse
King Fahd Medical City
2008.03 - Current
Staff Nurse
Bernardino General Hospital
2005.02 - 2008.02
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Martinez Memorial College