Irene A. Galang
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
AHPRA-registered nurse with 13 years of experience in high-acuity medical and surgical nursing. Proficient in delivering evidence-based care focused on patient safety and managing complex clinical scenarios. Expertise in acute patient assessment and post-operative care, collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Registered Nurse
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2024.05 - 2026.03
- Conduct thorough and ongoing physical assessments of patients to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Recognize early signs of deterioration complications to ensure timely intervention and enhance patient care.
- Provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care for patients after oral, maxillofacial, orthopaedic, trauma, plastic, ENT, thoracic, vascular, and abdominal surgeries.
- Administer medications and intravenous therapies safely according to prescriptions.
- Oversee management of patients with central lines, tracheostomies, PEG/PEJ tubes, and surgical drains, utilizing aseptic techniques and conducting thorough assessments for complications.
- Monitor patients receiving PCA, TPN, blood transfusions, and other complex therapies.
- Provided wound and stoma care management support to patients.
Educated patients and families on home care techniques to promote self-care practices.
Assisted with the implementation of care plans for effective management. - Develop and implement discharge plans, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and safe recovery.
- Improved safety outcomes through effective risk assessment initiatives addressing falls and pressure injuries.
- Maintain accurate EMR documentation, medication administration records, and clinical progress notes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Registered Nurse
Kanad Hospital
Al Ain, UAE
2020.02 - 2024.03
- Delivered patient-centered care for acute medical and surgical patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication, and lifestyle modifications.
- Participated in audits and quality improvement projects to enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
Registered Nurse
LLH Hospital, Mussafah Burjeel Holdings
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2015.12 - 2019.12
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of medical and surgical patients to identify care needs and monitor progress.
- Prepared patients for surgery through preoperative evaluations and education.
- Assisted during surgical procedures and provided attentive postoperative care.
- Administered medications safely and monitored patient responses.
- Performed wound care, observed vital signs, and maintained accurate documentation of patient status.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Gonzales Maranan Medical Center
, Philippines
2013.03 - 2015.10
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients' health conditions upon admission and throughout hospitalization.
- Monitored vital signs, symptoms, and changes in patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Assessed and managed patients' pain effectively using appropriate techniques and medications.
- Developed and implemented individualized nursing care plans based on patient needs and medical orders.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records, including assessments, care plans, and progress notes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated, high-quality patient care.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies and initiated appropriate life-saving interventions.
Education
Bachelor Degree of Science - Nursing
University of Mindanao
Philippines 2008.01 - 2012.03
Skills
- Independent practice with patient safety focus
- Patient assessment and care planning
- Medication administration and IV therapy
- Infection prevention and control
- Emergency response and BLS
- Time management
- Strong communication skills
Certification
- AHPRA Registration (RN OBA Pathway)
- Department of Health Abu Dhabi licensure (RN)
- Philippine Nursing Licensure (RN)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
2024.05 - 2026.03
Registered Nurse
Kanad Hospital
2020.02 - 2024.03
Registered Nurse
LLH Hospital, Mussafah Burjeel Holdings
2015.12 - 2019.12
Registered Nurse
Gonzales Maranan Medical Center
2013.03 - 2015.10
Bachelor Degree of Science - Nursing
University of Mindanao
2008.01 - 2012.03