Golda Paderanga
Epuni
Summary
Highly adaptable and compassionate registered nurse with over 20 years of diverse hospital experience. Demonstrated expertise in clinical assessment, patient care, and effective problem-solving in high-pressure situations. Seeking a challenging role to leverage skills in client-centered care while contributing to a collaborative healthcare team.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology Unit
Wellington Regional Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Preparing patients for procedures such as coronary angiograms, cerebral angiograms, pacemaker insertion, EVAR, tunnel lines insertion, Electrophysiology/Ablation, and other interventional radiology-guided procedures
- Performing tasks such as cannulation, taking blood samples, and taking ECGs, while completing pre-procedure checklists
- Administering oral, IV medications, and IV fluids as per protocol for procedures, following prescribed doctor's orders
- Collaborating closely with Cath Lab nurses in the procedure room to support patients throughout their journey from the Interventional Radiology Unit
- Closely observing patients post-procedure to ensure their safety and comfort, swiftly identifying and addressing any signs of deterioration
- Informing the proceduralist immediately if the patient shows signs of deterioration, facilitating prompt review and urgent intervention
- Providing wound care advice to patients and their families, educating them about potential complications to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions or further issues
Registered Nurse, Ear Nose and Throat Clinic Outpatient Department (Secondment)
Hutt Valley Hospital- District Health Board
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted ENT specialists during procedures and managed patient care in outpatient settings
- Provided comprehensive post-procedure advice and guidance to promote patient recovery
- Coordinated follow-up appointments for patients to ensure timely care
- Acted as the primary liaison between patients and ENT specialists, addressing queries and ensuring clear communication
- Handled patient calls regarding appointment scheduling and offered support with post-operative concerns
Registered Nurse
Brandon Street Dentists
09.2018 - 02.2022
- Assisted dentists during procedures and managed dental patient care
- Managed administrative duties within the dental practice, including handling payroll, scheduling, and coordinating staff activities
- Facilitated staff meetings to ensure smooth communication and coordination within the dental practice
- Provided post-operative dental care and answered patient calls to address questions regarding post-procedure concerns
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Hutt Valley Hospital - District Health Board
02.2015 - 07.2017
- Prioritized patient triage and performed thorough initial assessments to determine the severity of conditions
- Managed acute care needs for patients presenting with a variety of medical emergencies
- Administered medications, treatments, and emergency interventions as per physician orders
- Monitored patients' vital signs and responded rapidly to changes in their condition
- Notified emergency physicians immediately upon signs of patient deterioration, requesting urgent review or intervention as required
- Coordinated with the Patient Flow Coordinator to facilitate patient transfers to the ward for hospital admission
Registered Nurse, Medical Assessment Planning Unit and Acute Emergency Rotation
Hutt Valley Hospital-District Health Board
07.2011 - 01.2015
- As a shift coordinator, delegated nursing workload and allocated tasks to nurses for patient admissions
- Worked as a Nurse in both the Emergency Department and the Medical Assessment Planning Unit, collaborating with the rapid response team and doctors to promote swift recovery and support patient independence in a fast-paced environment
- Participated in multidisciplinary teams and coordinated referrals to various specialists
- Granted a six-month sabbatical leave by the Charge Nurse at the Medical Assessment Unit to work in Australia from November 2012 to May 2013
- It was agreed that if I did not return after the sabbatical, my position would be made vacant and advertised according to the conditions of the leave agreement
Part-time Registered Practice Nurse
North Blackwater General Practice
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Performed therapeutic venesection, ECGs, spirometry, audiometry, urinalysis, and collected blood samples and other pathology specimens for analysis
- Assisted with minor surgeries, including suture removal, cast removal, wound care, and the administration of injections and medications
- Administered vaccinations for both children and adults
Registered Nurse (Nurse Bank), General Ward
Emerald General Hospital
11.2012 - 05.2013
- Provided comprehensive care to patients in a general ward, nursing across various specialties, including medical-surgical, palliative, and pediatric care
- Participated in doctors' rounds and carried out doctors' orders, including administering oral medications, IV antibiotics, opioids, and IV fluids as prescribed
Registered Nurse, Medical Ward Stroke Unit
Hutt Valley Hospital- District Health Board
03.2008 - 06.2011
- Worked as the Shift Coordinator responsible for nursing workloads and acted as a resource person in the Stroke Unit
Registered Nurse
Summerset Rest Home & Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Served as a team leader, managing and assigning tasks to carers during shifts to maintain efficient workflow and high standards of care
Registered Nurse
Norman Kirk Rest Home and Dementia Unit
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Acted as a team leader, providing direct nursing care to a diverse group of residents, encouraging their independence to maintain daily living activities
Registered Nurse
E&R Private Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Worked as an Emergency Nurse, delivering rapid assessment and initiating treatment for patients during the initial phase of their illness
Education
Registered Nurse License -
Nursing Council of New Zealand
Registered Nurse License -
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
01.2008
Graduate Certificate - Certification Number: 37234903
Commission On Graduates of Foreign Nursing School
Philadelphia , Pennsylvania04-2006
Philippine Nursing Licensure Exam -
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
11.2004
Skills
- Cannulation
- IV administration
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Phlebotomy
- Medical equipment handling
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Flexibility
- Working effectively with others
- Supporting team efforts
Certification
- Registered Nurse License, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Australia, 2008, NMW0001088834
- Registered Nurse License, Nursing Council of New Zealand, New Zealand, 163904
- Short Course Certificate in Nursing Registration, New Zealand, 08/01/06
- Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) Certification, CGFNS Test Services Department, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, 37234903, 04/01/06
- Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), Philippines, 03071982
- Philippine Nursing Licensure Exam, Passed the exam and registered as a nurse, 11/01/04
Professional Recognition
- Certified in phlebotomy and cannulation
- Certificate of Preceptorship: Supported and demonstrated medical procedures to new staff and nursing students to assist them in further developing their skills and competencies
- Certificate of Pressure Ulcer Prevalence (PUP) Survey 2010: Participated as an auditor of the Pressure Ulcer Study within the Hutt Hospital District Health Board
- Obtained CVAD certificate for study day
Languages
English
Tagalog
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology Unit
Wellington Regional Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Ear Nose and Throat Clinic Outpatient Department (Secondment)
Hutt Valley Hospital- District Health Board
03.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Brandon Street Dentists
09.2018 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Hutt Valley Hospital - District Health Board
02.2015 - 07.2017
Part-time Registered Practice Nurse
North Blackwater General Practice
01.2013 - 05.2013
Registered Nurse (Nurse Bank), General Ward
Emerald General Hospital
11.2012 - 05.2013
Registered Nurse, Medical Assessment Planning Unit and Acute Emergency Rotation
Hutt Valley Hospital-District Health Board
07.2011 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse, Medical Ward Stroke Unit
Hutt Valley Hospital- District Health Board
03.2008 - 06.2011
Registered Nurse
Summerset Rest Home & Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse
Norman Kirk Rest Home and Dementia Unit
01.2006 - 01.2007
Registered Nurse
E&R Private Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2005
Philippine Nursing Licensure Exam -
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
Registered Nurse License -
Nursing Council of New Zealand
Registered Nurse License -
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Graduate Certificate - Certification Number: 37234903
Commission On Graduates of Foreign Nursing School
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