Cristal Bontia
Alexandria
Summary
Experienced with critical care nursing, particularly in Medical/Surgical/Cardiac ICU. Utilizes advanced clinical skills to provide high-quality care to critically ill patients. Strong understanding of multidisciplinary team coordination and patient safety protocols.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical/Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
2501 Parkers Lane, Alexandria, VA
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted surgeons during bedside procedures such as central line insertions or tracheostomies, ensuring proper set-up and maintenance of aseptic technique.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from the ICU to lower acuity units by ensuring effective communication among healthcare providers during handoffs.
- Managed ventilator care for critically ill patients, ensuring optimal settings to maintain adequate oxygenation levels while minimizing risk of barotrauma or lung injury.
- Reduced recovery time for surgical ICU patients by providing comprehensive post-operative care, including pain management and wound care.
- Mentored new nursing staff in the Surgical ICU, providing guidance on best practices for patient care, documentation, and effective communication within the team.
- Identified early signs of potential complications by conducting regular assessments and initiating appropriate interventions as needed.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and respect towards colleagues and patients alike.
- Improved patient outcomes by executing thorough assessments, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Collaborated with case managers and social workers to facilitate timely discharges from the Surgical ICU, ensuring appropriate follow-up care arrangements were in place for each patient.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Managed complex medication regimens by administering intravenous medications, titrating drips based on clinical parameters, and monitoring for potential side effects or interactions.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during critical situations, fostering trust and open communication throughout their ICU stay.
- Coordinated with physical and occupational therapists to develop individualized rehabilitation plans aimed at improving patients'' functional status during their ICU stay.
- Strengthened interdisciplinary collaboration through active participation in rounds discussions and sharing valuable insights from nursing perspective.
- Optimized resource utilization within the Surgical ICU by coordinating closely with other departments for timely availability of equipment and personnel.
- Streamlined documentation processes for increased efficiency while maintaining high standards of accuracy and confidentiality of patient records.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
Staff Nurse
University of Maryland Medical Center- Midtown
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Implement and monitor patient care plans
- Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate
- Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care
- Note and carry out physician and nursing orders
- Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team
Charge Nurse, Cardiology Unit
Cambridge University Hospitals Foundation Trust
Cambridge, United Kingdom
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Medication administration
- Suctioning
- Oxygen administration
- Basic12 lead ECG interpretation
- Cardiac/Telemetry monitoring
- Wound care/ Wound dressing
- Fluid management
- Arterial line, PICC line, Porta Cath, Central line management and drug administration
- NGT insertion/Feeding
- CPAP Machine management
- Temporary pacing wire/ ICD/ Pacemaker management
- Defibrillation/ Cardioversion
- Chest tube management
- Cannulation/Venepuncture
- Administration of blood products
Staff Nurse, Post Cardiac Surgery Unit
Ministry of Health- The Royal Hospital, National Heart Center
Muscat, Oman
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Medication administration
- CVVHD, Peritoneal Dialysis
- Hemodynamic Monitoring: Cardiac Output, MAP, CVP
- Arterial line management
- Interpretation of Swan Ganz and PA readings
- Arterial Blood Gas (ABG)
- ET tube management and suctioning
- Ventilator management
- Assisting in the insertion and removal of chest tubes
Staff Nurse (Shift Leader), Intensive Care Unit
Almana General Hospital
Hoful, Al Ahsa, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Medication Administration
- Head to toe assessment
- Care plan development
- Ventilator management: IMV, Weaning modes, T-piece weaning
- Endotracheal Tube Management
- Assisting clinicians in procedures such as bronchoscopy and gastroscopy
- Assist in extubation procedure
- Use of water seal drainage system
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- TPN Administration
- Management of colostomy and ileostomy
- Assisting in CVP and PICC line insertions
Staff Nurse, ENT-HNS Ward
Southern Philippines Medical Center
Davao, Philippines
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Medication administration
- Oxygen administration
- Fluid management
- Venepuncture/ cannulation
- Male/ Female catheterization
- Pre-operative assessment
- Suctioning
- Wound care
- Assisting in intubation/extubation
- Administration of blood products
- Post mortem care
- NGT insertion/ Gastric lavage
- Specimen collection
Education
Cardiology Course
Anglia Ruskin University
01.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Brokenshire College
01.2008
Skills
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Central line management
- Chest tube management
- Pre-operative preparation
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
- Continuous renal replacement therapy
- Ventilator management
- Swan-ganz catheterization
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Electronic health records
- Targeted Temperature Management
Accomplishments
Daisy awardee,
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical/Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse
University of Maryland Medical Center- Midtown
01.2022 - 04.2023
Charge Nurse, Cardiology Unit
Cambridge University Hospitals Foundation Trust
01.2016 - 01.2022
Staff Nurse, Post Cardiac Surgery Unit
Ministry of Health- The Royal Hospital, National Heart Center
01.2015 - 01.2016
Staff Nurse (Shift Leader), Intensive Care Unit
Almana General Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2014
Staff Nurse, ENT-HNS Ward
Southern Philippines Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Brokenshire College
Cardiology Course
Anglia Ruskin University