Ma. Engelica Katrina Espiritu
Forrest Hill
Summary
To get accepted in a medical institution that offers constructive and challenging work environment, where I can make the most of my nursing education and trainings, at the same time hone my knowledge, skills and attitude to give the maximum level of rendered nursing care.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand - Waitemata / Waitemata District Health Board / NorthShore Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
Singhealth Community Hospitals
05.2018 - 05.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
Registered Nurse
Armed Forces of the Philippines Medical Center
06.2014 - 04.2018
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Philippines03.2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- EMR systems
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency response
- Procedure preparations
- Staff supervision
- Treatment Planning
- Acute care expertise
- Call triaging
- Appointment scheduling
- Medical evaluation
- At-risk patient care
- Feeding assistance
- Preventive health
Certification
- APHRA Updated 2025
- Annual Practicing Certificate (APC), Nursing Council New Zealand Updated 2025
- Singapore Nursing Board License May 2018
- Philippine Nursing Licensure Examination Passer June 30-July 1, 2012
Language Spoken
English
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand - Waitemata / Waitemata District Health Board / NorthShore Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Singhealth Community Hospitals
05.2018 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Armed Forces of the Philippines Medical Center
06.2014 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Disclaimer
I solemnly declare that the above statements made by me are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the utilization of nursing process and based on internationally accepted nursing practice standards. He/ She is responsible for managing records, supplies and equipments. Provides health education to patients and families, collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through continuous quality improvement and research.
- Maintains attentiveness to customer’s needs; initiates steps that will comply with their requirements to meet and exceed their expectation.
- Assesses the number and level of personnel needed to provide quality patient care. Prepares and adjusts staffing and assignments in the absence of the Head Nurse.
- Prepares staff assignment for the shift.
- Adjusts staffing and assignments appropriately.
- Assesses the health status of patient per nursing standards of the unit.
- Supervises personnel in the implementation of nursing standards and procedures of the unit.
- Keeps the Heads Nurse informed of needs, problems, incidents, and other reportable situations at all times.
- Ensures that doctor’s orders are carried out and implemented as prescribed.
- Assists in the investigation of problems, irregularities and non-conformances.
- Endorses all completed and completed procedures and all pertinent data of all patient to the incoming shift and whenever he/she goes out of the unit.
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