Ruzzell Catapang
Hamilton
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse CARDIAC CARE UNIT
Te Whatu Ora Waikato
02.2024 - Current
Contract Milker
KV and RD Catapang Partnership
02.2017 - 06.2025
Healthcare Assistant
Awatere-Oceania Care Suites
02.2023 - 01.2024
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Health Science
Waikato University
01.2025
Bachelor Of Nursing - undefined
Wintec Te Pukenga
01.2023
Skills
- ECG analysis and Telemetry monitoring: ability to interpret ECGs and cardiac rhythms to detect and respond appropriately to potential cardiac events,
- Medication administration: knowledge of and skills in administering various cardiac medications
- Diuretics, Heparin, and Insulin infusion certified
- Specialty certifications (CVAD, PCA, and Niki T34)
- TR band, ACT and Femoral Sheath Removal Certifications
- Lab result interpretation
- Cardiovascular Assessment and Chest Pain Management
- Procedure preparations: allergy assessment to iodine or shellfish, hygiene, and lab work
- Post-procedure management: Monitoring the catheterization site for bleeding, haematoma, or infection formation
- Facilitates access to Cardiac rehabilitation on discharge
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Precepting
Accomplishments
Aim to be certified for Advanced Life Support
Continue Postgraduate study in Advanced Nursing
Languages
English - Fluent
Filipino - Native
New Zealand Sign Language - Beginner
Timeline
Registered Nurse CARDIAC CARE UNIT
Te Whatu Ora Waikato
02.2024 - Current
Healthcare Assistant
Awatere-Oceania Care Suites
02.2023 - 01.2024
Contract Milker
KV and RD Catapang Partnership
02.2017 - 06.2025
Bachelor Of Nursing - undefined
Wintec Te Pukenga
Postgraduate Certificate - Health Science
Waikato University
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