CHARRISSE FAELDONIA

• Maintain cleanliness of the theater before and after the surgery.
• Refill and check for the expiration dates of the stocks.
• Perform proper sterilization of the instruments.
• Perform proper handling and taking extra care of the machines.
• Prepare the instruments and machines to be use for surgery.
• Check and secure consent for surgery and check site of surgery before transporting patient to the theater.
• Inform surgeon if the patient is ready.
• Perform proper surgical hand washing, scrubbing, gowning and gloving.
• Set instruments properly in the mayo stand and connect all the tubes to be use.
• Assist surgeon for proper gowning and gloving
• Assist surgeon for skin prepping.
• Perform proper technique for draping the patient.
• Perform proper counting for the gauze, sharps and needles.
• Pass instruments properly to surgeon.
• Anticipate the needs of surgeons and be prepared to provide them.
• Maintain sterility throughout the surgery.
• Make sure the gauze, sharps and needles are complete and inform the surgeon before
  closing of the wound.
• Apply proper dressing of the wound.
• Assist for transferring patient to the recovery room.
• Monitor patient in the recovery room and assess cognitive status, VS and pain score.
• Perform proper cleaning of the instruments and machines after being used for surgery.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
• Make sure the records for surgery is complete and accurate.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
• Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.

Cases Handled:

Colonoscopy, EGD, Hysteroscopy, Laparoscopic Hernia repair, TAHBSO, Myomectomy, BTL, LSCS, D&C, Explore Laparotomy, Colostomy application and closure, Excision and Drainage, Tummy tuck, Liposuction, ORIF, Amputations, AV Fistula, Craniotomy, circumcision, Hernia repair, thyroidectomy, tubinectomy, adenoidectomy, tonsillectomy

• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Recording details and symptoms of the client in the patient's medical history and current health record
• Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
• Administered medication, assessed patients, supported physicians, during procedures and exams, and conducted various forms of medical testing.
• Reported on patient's status and delegated assignments
• Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
• Offered care and companionship to bedbound clients with varying mental and physical capacities.
• Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
• Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.

Medical Cases Handled:

Atrial Fib, Hypertension, Congestive Heart Failure, Coronary Artery Disease, Myocardial infarction, Heart Failure, Myocarditis, Unstable Angina, CVA, Lower respiratory Tract infection, Deep vein thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, Anemia, Sickle Cell, Lupus, Different cancer cases, Liver cirrhosis, ESRD, CKD,AKI.

SGH-Cairo is one of the major tertiary care hospitals in Cairo and Egypt. With the capacity of around 300 beds, SGH Cairo offers a wide range of medical services including all kinds of specialties, subspecialties, and critical cares and management of complicated cases, with the highest international standards. It is a state-of-the-art hospital which introduces world-class quality healthcare; with its expert physicians and staff, and its patient-centered approach, SGH has become the home of trust and the preferred destination for healthcare services in the region, attracting customers from inside and outside Egypt. In January 2018, after only 2 years of operation, Saudi German Hospital-Cairo received its first prestigious Joint Commissions International (JCI) accreditation. SGH-Cairo is the first hospital in Africa to receive TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation (A German-based accreditation), which mainly focuses on the quality of care and the level of performance delivered to International patients, medical travelers as well as domestic patients, and on the continuum of patients’ care. By the end of 2018, SGH-Cairo is the first hospital in Africa to receive the Canadian Accreditation. Accreditation Canada works with providers, policy makers and the public to improve the quality and safety of health and social services

• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse population.
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Cases Handled:

Respiratory Tract Infections, Epilepsy, Acute Gastroenteritis, Pneumonia, Myasthenia Gravis, Bronchial Asthma, Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Liver Transplant ( Donor and receiver) CABG, End stage cancer palliative care, Hepatic encephalopathy

Dar Al Fouad Hospital is a tertiary hospital which boast a total bed capacity of 225 including the new extension. Proud to be accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) for the fourth time in a row. It was the first hospital in Egypt to achieve JCI accreditation in 2005 and ever since, they have maintained the status of accreditation in 2008, 2011, and in 2014. The accreditation is granted after ensuring the full compliance with JCI standards with focus in the following priority areas; patient safety, environmental safety, patient rights, delivering the highest quality care to patients, safe use of medications, safe use of anesthesia, prevention and control of infection, in addition to ensuring the competency of hospital staff in providing services and continuous training and development of staff.

• Managed a caseload of up to 13 patients in a shift providing treatments, medications, IV therapy, wound care and education
• Provided emotional support, companionship, and appropriate recreation to disabled individuals
• Advocated for patients' needs and reported on changing conditions and requirements to supervisors.
• Recognized changes in patient's condition and respond appropriately.
• Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
• Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
• Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
• Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
• Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
• Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
• Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.

Cases Handled: Pre and Post operatively

Kidney transplant ( Donor and Recipient)

Liver Transplant ( Donor and recipient)

CABG, Mitral valve replacement, Thoracotomy, Atrial Valve replacement, Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, Colectomy, Repair of hernia ( Inguinal, Umbilical) Exploratory Laparotomy, Mastectomy, Amputation wound debridement and Suturing, Open Reduction and internal Fixation (ORIF) DJ stent removal, Nephrectomy