Mary Grace Lopez, RN
Ashburn
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with over a decade of experience in delivering exceptional patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Committed to fostering team collaboration to achieve optimal patient outcomes while maintaining a reliable and adaptable approach in fast-paced environments. Expertise includes a wide range of medical procedures, thorough patient assessments, and seamless care coordination. Passionate about ensuring efficient and compassionate care that meets the diverse needs of patients.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Aide
Brightstar Care of Leesburg
Virginia
09.2024 - Current
- Monitored client health and communicated changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Assisted clients with mobility and transfers using safe lifting techniques and equipment.
- Provided compassionate personal care to clients, enhancing comfort and dignity during daily activities.
Endoscopy Staff Nurse
American Hospital Dubai
Dubai
07.2018 - 12.2023
- Administered endoscopic procedures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored and documented vital signs during and after procedures for accuracy.
- Educated patients on pre-and post-procedure care, supporting smoother recovery and better patient experiences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care protocols and improve overall treatment quality.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in endoscopy techniques.
- Led initiatives to streamline workflows, improving operational efficiency within the unit.
Endoscopy Nurse/ Daycare Unit Staff Nurse
Medeor 24x7 Hospital Dubai
Dubai
04.2016 - 07.2018
- Monitored patient responses to sedation during endoscopic procedures.
- Assisted doctors in executing endoscopic procedures with precision.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered medications to manage patient anxiety.
- Conducted patient assessments, including medical history and physical examinations for procedures.
- Performed vital sign checks and initial patient assessments prior to doctor consultations.
- Assembled endoscopic tower equipment, ensuring operational readiness for procedures.
- Performed outpatient procedures, including phlebotomy and injections, streamlining patient care process.
- Processed pre-approval for tests and investigations requested by doctors.
Senior Endoscopy/OPD Nurse Gastroenterology and OBGYNE
Abuhammour Medical Centre
Dubai
12.2012 - 01.2016
- Assisted doctors during endoscopic procedures by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environment to ensure patient safety.
- Assembled and checked endoscopic tower for operational readiness.
- Monitored patient responses to sedation during procedures.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered medications per doctor orders, effectively reducing patient anxiety during procedures.
- Assessed patients in fast-paced outpatient endoscopy unit, obtaining medical histories.
- Conducted initial assessments and vital sign checks before clinic referrals.
- Supported outpatient procedures, including phlebotomy and injections.
- Processed pre-approval for tests and investigations requested by doctors, streamlining patient access to necessary care.
Private Endoscopy Nurse Assist
Alabang Medical Center
Philippines
09.2010 - 11.2012
- Specialized in ERCP, managing over 900 cases effectively.
- Assisted in procedures, handling various instruments with precision to support effective patient care.
- Assembled and tested endoscopic tower to ensure optimal functionality during procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized scopes and instruments in compliance with safety standards.
Operating and Delivery Room Nurse
Alabang Medical Centre
Muntinlupa City
02.2009 - 05.2012
- Provided nursing skills in preparation and care of patients undergoing surgical intervention, overseeing maintenance and sterility of OR supplies and equipment to promote patient safety.
- Maintained safe and therapeutic surgical environment through thorough knowledge of aseptic principles and techniques.
- Performed as a scrub or circulating nurse for specific procedures, leveraging knowledge and expertise.
- Directed and assisted with the care and handling of all supplies, equipment, and instruments for their economic and efficient function for the patient and personnel under both normal and hazardous conditions.
- Managed logistics of supplies and instruments to support seamless surgical operations.
- Monitored equipment usage to promote cost-effectiveness while maintaining patient care standards.
Clinic Nurse
HOPEMED Health and Wellness Clinic
Quezon City
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Assisted physicians and healthcare professionals in delivering patient care, enhancing patient comfort and safety.
- Performed nursing procedures, including ECGs and vaccinations.
- Recorded vital signs and compiled initial patient data sheets to support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Organized and secured patient documentation for pre-employment processing and health insurance management, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Far Eastern University
Manila, Philippines04-2007
Skills
- Personal hygiene care
- Mobility support
- Activities of daily living
- Companionship services
- Patient assessment
- Nursing procedures proficiency
- Basic first aid
- BLS certification
- Time management
- Verbal communication
- MS Office proficiency
- Endoscopic procedures
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection control
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Certification
• Registered Nurse Virginia Board of Nursing - Endorsement In Progress
• Registered Nurse New York Board of Nursing, N12310
• Registered Nurse Dubai Health Authority, 00220782-001
• Registered Nurse Professional Regulation Commission Philippines, 0488294
• Daisy Nominee, 2021
• Certified in Basic Life Support
• New York Infection Control and Barrier Precaution, 12061653
• Child Abuse: New York Mandated Reporter Training, 12067908
• Registered Nurse New York Board of Nursing, N12310
• Registered Nurse Dubai Health Authority, 00220782-001
• Registered Nurse Professional Regulation Commission Philippines, 0488294
• Daisy Nominee, 2021
• Certified in Basic Life Support
• New York Infection Control and Barrier Precaution, 12061653
• Child Abuse: New York Mandated Reporter Training, 12067908
Performed Procedures And Services
- Upper G.I Endoscopy and Colonoscopy (with/ without Biopsy) for adults and pediatric
- Intragastric balloon insertion, adjustment, and removal
- Endoscopic polypectomy, ESD, EMR, tattooing
- Insertion and replacement of NJ Tube and PEG Tube, Peg tube
- Thoracentesis and Paracentesis
- GERDX
- High resolution manometry (esophageal and anorectal)
- PH capsule and PH impendence
- EBUS with therapeutic and diagnostic procedures
- Bronchoscopy (adult and Pediatric)
- Sigmoidoscopy and Proctoscopy
- Push and Single Balloon Enterescopy
- Insertion of NJ Tube and PEG Tube, Peg tube
- Variceal and Hemorrhoidal Banding and clipping
- Esophageal and colonic dilatation and stent placement
- Video capsule endoscopy
- ERCP – diagnostic, sphincterotomy, dilatation and stent placement, rendezvous, etc.
- UBT and HBT
Timeline
Personal Care Aide
Brightstar Care of Leesburg
09.2024 - Current
Endoscopy Staff Nurse
American Hospital Dubai
07.2018 - 12.2023
Endoscopy Nurse/ Daycare Unit Staff Nurse
Medeor 24x7 Hospital Dubai
04.2016 - 07.2018
Senior Endoscopy/OPD Nurse Gastroenterology and OBGYNE
Abuhammour Medical Centre
12.2012 - 01.2016
Private Endoscopy Nurse Assist
Alabang Medical Center
09.2010 - 11.2012
Operating and Delivery Room Nurse
Alabang Medical Centre
02.2009 - 05.2012
Clinic Nurse
HOPEMED Health and Wellness Clinic
01.2008 - 01.2009
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Far Eastern University