Laverne Paredes

 LaVerne T. Paredes, RN B5 L7 Ph1 Olivarez Homes South Binan , Laguna Contact No.: --PRC License No.:- PERSONAL INFORMATION: Age: 27 years old Date Of Birth: August 18, 1987 Place Of Birth: Rosario, Cavite Sex: Female Weight: 80kg Height: 5’5” Civil Status: Married Citizenship: Filipino Religion: Roman Catholic WORKING EXPERIENCE AND JOB DESCRIPTION: Clinic Manager AsPac Eye Laser and Surgicenter Inc. Biñan, Laguna September 1, 2012 – present Plans and implements approved staffing pattern Plans the work activities of all personnel in my assigned area Serves as an adviser of staff in developing, devising and adopting work techniques and methods for the solution of problems related to patient care Evaluates work performance of employee under my unit Supervises and maintains safe, orderly and clean environment for patient, personnel and doctors at all times. Determines and make request of supplies and equipment as required. Checks activities/ treatments as recorded by my staff nurses in the patient’s chart. Performs Ophthalmic procedures/treatments. Briefs patient prior to any procedures/ treatments done to the patient. Act as liaison between patients, nurses and doctors Maintains harmonious relationship and discipline among nursing personnel under my supervision Participates and assist in the orientation of new staff and nursing students (trainees) in my assigned area. Participates in formulating / interpreting / implementing philosophy, objectives of the center. Attends meeting, conferences and center’s forums Reports problem on the instruments / equipments for repair to the management immediately. Schedules appointments of patient for follow-up/operation/diagnostic procedures Prepares the monthly schedules of all nursing staff Prepares the daily, weekly and monthly census of patients and submit reports to my superior. Nurse Supervisor/ Ophthalmic Technician AsPac Eye Laser and Surgicenter Inc. Biñan, Laguna September 16, 2009 - August 31, 2010 Accepts telephone calls for the unit and write the names of all incoming patients as to what procedures to be done as in consultation, biometry, perimetry. Under direction, responsible for administration and supervision of a particular unit. Secures from patient pertinent personal data, medical history, previous eye consultation/surgery, explains each procedure to be done to the patient and brief patient the cost of consultation and diagnostic/laser procedure (as classified according to private/referral/walk-in patients) Prepares patient by dilating or constricting the affected eye (as per doctor’s instruction) depending on the procedures to be done. Endorses each chart to corresponding areas for diagnostic procedures. Schedules appointments of patient for follow-up/operation/diagnostic procedures. Gives necessary instructions to all incoming and outgoing patients (giving pre-op and post-op instructions, carry-out doctors order like writing medicine prescriptions. Reports to my superior any problem concerning medical equipment within the area of responsibility, e.g. malfunction of machine. Perform other duties (e.g. diagnostic procedures) that maybe assigned by the superior office. a. Consultation / Diagnostic Procedures 1. Performs the following procedures: a.) Auto refraction, Visual Acuity testing b.) Skin testing and IV infusion prior to Fluorescein Angiography c.) Pachymetry, Biometry d.) Visual Field Testing e.) Optical Coherence Tomography (Glaucoma/Retina program) b. Laser Room Nurse a. Assists ophthalmologist during laser treatment. b. Checks the correct procedure prescribed for each patient inside the laser room. c. Prepares patient prior to laser treatment (positioning the patients, instilling topical anesthesia to patient’s eye, inform what to expect during and after laser treatment) d. Discharge patients with instructions such as post-op laser medicines and next follow-up. Ophthalmic Nurse/ Ophthalmic OR nurse Asia-Pacific Eye Care Center Inc. Biñan, Laguna April 15, 2008 - September 15, 2009 Getting of patient’s information and brief medical history Taking vital signs for baseline purposes Demonstrated active listening skills and assessed patients comfort needs Assisting the ophthalmologist in examining the patient. Instilling of eye drops prior to the procedure (eye drops such as: Miotics, Mydriatics, Lubricants – depends on the particular case and procedure) Responsible for scheduling of patient for certain procedures Assist the ophthalmologist during surgeries. ER/NICU/OR Nurse Malolos San Ildefonso County Hospital Canalate Malolos Bulacan October 2007-April 14, 2008 Getting of patient’s information and all relevant medical history. Accountable for securing patient’s consent prior to procedure. Responsible for proper assessment of patient’s condition. Using of active listening skills and keen observation to render appropriate nursing care. Taking of vital signs according to physician’s order and as necessary to check patient’s current situation. Setting specific priorities to meet expected goal, for each patient with different diagnosis. Rendering of proper health care service to client, whatever their economic status in life. In charge of executing interventions to achieve desired goals. Responsible for the prevention of further complication. Utilization of therapeutic use of self, in any existing situation. Precisely carrying out any of physician’s order that is significant to the client’s case. Explaining procedures to be done and answering any relevant question that bother them. Administering of written prescription for treatment and therapy, provided that the patient understand what the medicine is for. Inserting of IV cannula for providing IV line, and parenteral medications. In charge for checking IV site and removing IV cannula if needed, to prevent further complication. Legally responsible for documenting nursing care rendered, such as interventions done, medications given, carried orders, assessment of current condition, all abnormalities assessed, and all significant health teachings that has been provided. Act as an advocate to intercede patient’s right. Provide information that allows clients to make healthier choices and practices. Collaborate with other health care provider to offer proper health care service to ensure maximum recovery. _________________________________________________________________________________________ SKILLS: 1. Computer literate Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft powerpoint 2. Knowledgeable in handling the following medical equipments/machines: Automated Visual Field Perimeter ( Humphrey745) Optical Coherence Tomographer (Cirrus OCT) A-Scan (Biometry machine) Lenstar Biometer Laser ( Argon and Diode machine) Yag Laser Machine Pachymetry machine Infiniti Phacomachine Stellaris Phaco Machine Fundus Camera/Fluorescein Angiogram CAREER ACHIEVEMENT: Certified ICD-10 coder July 29, 2011- certification Rank #1 in written exam IV Therapy Nurse Accredited by ANSAP June 2007 Nurse Licensure Examination passer June 11-12, 2007 NLE Board Exam PRC License Number:- EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: College:Adventist University of the Philippines Putingkahoy Silang Cavite Bachelor of Science In Nursing1st year – 4th year- High School:Adventist University of the Philippines Putingkahoy Silang Cavite 1st year – 4th year 1999 – 2003 Elementary:Patnubay Kiddie Learning Center Noveleta, Cavite Grade 1– Grade 6 SEMINARS AND TRAININGS: “Basic I.V. Training Program” Accredited by the Association of Nursing Service Administration of the Philippines Inc. (ANSAP) Bulacan provincial Hospital Attended February 11-14, 2008 2008 Ophthalmic Support Staff Course by Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology November 2008 SMX Convention Center 19th Certificate Course on ICD-10 coding Pasig City July 25-29, 2011 Certified ICD coder REFERENCES: Ramona Liza CaparaHMO/PHIC officer Contact Number: -AsPac Eye Laser and Surgicenter Inc. Available upon request. LaVerne T Paredes, RN