Hazel April Foster
Christchurch,CAN
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with strong skills in vital signs monitoring and effective communication. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans and respond promptly to patient needs, ensuring quality care and support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Riverside Medical Center Bacolod
Bacolod City, Negros Occidental
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided direct patient care in various medical departments.
- Assisted in administering medications and monitoring patient responses.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Responded promptly to patient needs and communicated effectively with staff.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control protocols.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
Company Nurse
Asian Alcohol Corporation
Pulupandan , Negros Occidental
09.2015 - 09.2022
- Administered first aid and emergency care to employees in various situations.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments for workforce safety compliance.
- Collaborated with management to develop workplace health programs and initiatives.
- Maintained accurate medical records and employee health documentation securely.
- Led training sessions on safety protocols and wellness practices for staff.
- Monitored workplace environment for potential hazards affecting employee health.
- Provided counseling on health-related issues and lifestyle modifications to employees.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers for employee medical referrals as needed.
- Managed inventory of supplies used for patient care activities.
- Maintained inventory of syringes, blood collection vials and labels for blood screenings.
- Delivered basic health coaching based on individual screening results, fitness options and healthy eating.
- Assessed work-related illnesses or injuries and provided appropriate treatments such as wound care, splinting, suturing.
- Assisted with pre-employment physicals by providing medical history reviews prior to examinations.
- Delivered first aid training sessions for supervisors and other designated personnel.
- Collaborated with Human Resources personnel in implementing return-to-work programs for injured employees.
- Coordinated wellness events such as flu shot clinics or blood drives.
- Educated staff on infection control procedures and the importance of hand hygiene practices.
- Coordinated referrals to outside healthcare providers when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College Bacolod
Bacolod City, Negros Occidental 06.2004 - 03.2009
La Consolacion College Bacolod
Bacolod City, Negros OccidentalSkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care
- Wound dressing
- Geriatric treatment
Certification
- Professional Regulation Commission with Registration No. 0617185 Registered Nurse since 06 April 2010
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Riverside Medical Center Bacolod
10.2023 - 04.2024
Company Nurse
Asian Alcohol Corporation
09.2015 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College Bacolod
06.2004 - 03.2009
La Consolacion College Bacolod