Kris John Ernel Apal
31 Omana Road Papatoetoe,AUK
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with 11 years of experience bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CAP Student
CHT St. Christophers Hospital and Age Care Home
230 St. George St. Papatoetoe , Auckland
2024.02 - 2024.04
- Assessed and monitored health condition of patients to ensure proper care.
- Conducted client assessments in order to identify individual needs.
- Developed comprehensive patient care plans based on assessment results and physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop treatment plans that optimize patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits and treatments in electronic medical record system.
- Advised the family members regarding taking care of the elderly or disabled at home.
- Provided emotional comfort to the patients suffering from terminal illness.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Renal Specialty Incorporated
Dungon A, Jaro , Iloilo City , Philippines
2019.04 - 2022.05
- Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit.
- Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
- Performed daily machine maintenance (Fresenius 4800s), including water testing and filter replacement.
- Assisted with ordering supplies and equipment as needed for the dialysis unit.
- Educated patients on their renal failure diagnosis and how to manage their condition.
- Administered prescribed medications during dialysis treatments according to established protocols.
- Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Private Duty Nurse
Various Hospital in Iloilo CIty
Iloilo City
2017.06 - 2019.02
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding and ambulation.
- Coordinated healthcare services with other members of the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care for assigned patients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services using electronic medical record systems.
- Monitored patient progress towards goals and outcomes established by the interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the course of illness or disability.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving patient safety or life threatening events.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the organization.
- Facilitated referrals from primary care providers to specialty services.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Salamat Hospital, Salamat Medical Group Hail
Al Muntazah Al Gharbhi , Hail, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
2015.05 - 2017.05
- Assessed, monitored and managed critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit.
- Provided direct patient care including administering medications and treatments, dressing wounds and performing diagnostic tests.
- Maintained accurate and timely records of patient assessments, treatments, medications and vital signs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured safety of patients by closely monitoring their physical condition and environment.
- Observed changes in patient's condition or behavior, reported any unusual findings promptly to physicians.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plan of care accordingly.
- Conducted daily rounds to evaluate overall status of patients in ICU unit.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to life threatening situations using advanced cardiac life support skills as needed.
- Assisted physicians in various medical procedures such as central line placement or tracheostomy changeovers.
- Monitored use of equipment such as ventilators, monitors, infusion pumps, ensuring proper functioning at all times.
- Implemented infection control practices according to established guidelines for prevention and control of healthcare associated infections.
Emergency Room Volunteer Registered Nurse
Aleosan District Hospital
Brgy. Bancal Alimodian Iloilo , Philippines
2014.06 - 2015.03
- Greeted patients and visitors in the Emergency Room, providing information and assistance as needed.
- Organized supplies in the Emergency Room according to established procedures.
- Observed patient's condition and reported any changes to nurse or doctor on duty.
- Managed incoming deliveries of medications, equipment and other materials used in the ER.
- Controlled traffic flow within the Emergency Room by directing people away from restricted areas when necessary.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to determine needs and support daily objectives.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
Operating Room Volunteer Registered Nurse
St. Therese Mtcc Hospital
Jalandoni St , Iloilo City Philippines
2013.12 - 2014.05
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing various surgical procedures.
- Performed wound debridement, suturing, dressing changes and other nursing interventions as needed.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and monitored patient responses.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Managed instrumentation during surgical cases, ensuring proper functioning of equipment at all times.
- Provided education to families regarding post-operative instructions before discharge from hospital setting.
- Assisted with preparation of supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures as necessary.
- Evaluated patient response to treatment plans and modified them accordingly.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
Education
Competency Assessment Course For IQN -
Manukau Institute of Technology
Manukau, NZ2024-04
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Iloilo Doctors' College
West Ave. Molo Iloilo City Philippines2012-03
Skills
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Instrument Sterilization
- Patient Examination
- Wound Care
- Team Collaboration
- Preventive Healthcare
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Problem-Solving
- Time management abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Medication and IV administration
- Task Prioritization
- Professionalism
- Decision-Making
- Patient Care Assessment
Certification
- Nursing Council of New Zealand APC- Pending/ On-Going
- Professional Regulation Commission/board of Nursing- License Number -0817109
Affiliations
- Landscape and Portrait Photography
- Forex, Crypto and Long Term Trading
Accomplishments
- Class Representative - MIT January 2024 Intake
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Limited
Filipino
Native/ Bilingual
Referees
Ms. Karen Clarke
Clinical Head Lecturer
Manukau Institute of Technology
021 089 08 668
Unit Manager
Ms. Niccy Brougham
Unit Manager
CHT St Christopher
Hospital and Age Care Home
niccy.brougham@cht.co.nz
09 278 4637
Clinical Coordinator
Mr. Mebin George
Clinical Coordinator
CHT St Christopher
Hospital and Age Care Home
mebin.george@cht.co.nz
021 804 656
Clinical Preceptor
Ms. Simi Poulose
Clinical Preceptor
CHT St Christopher
Hospital and Age Care Home
022 075 4061
Dialysis Trainer and Clinical head
Mr. Kieth Tubola
Nurse Supervisor/ Assistant Branch Manager
Renal Specialty Inc. Iloilo
rsi.keith16@gmail.com
+63 998 539 9096
Timeline
CAP Student
CHT St. Christophers Hospital and Age Care Home
2024.02 - 2024.04
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Renal Specialty Incorporated
2019.04 - 2022.05
Private Duty Nurse
Various Hospital in Iloilo CIty
2017.06 - 2019.02
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Salamat Hospital, Salamat Medical Group Hail
2015.05 - 2017.05
Emergency Room Volunteer Registered Nurse
Aleosan District Hospital
2014.06 - 2015.03
Operating Room Volunteer Registered Nurse
St. Therese Mtcc Hospital
2013.12 - 2014.05
Competency Assessment Course For IQN -
Manukau Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Iloilo Doctors' College
- Nursing Council of New Zealand APC- Pending/ On-Going
- Professional Regulation Commission/board of Nursing- License Number -0817109
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