JACQUILINE WIGWIGAN
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in staff supervision and training, patient education and advocacy, and regulatory compliance (DHA). Proven track record in quality improvement (CQI), infection control standards, and policy and protocol development. Adept at maintaining patient confidentiality, emergency response (ACLS/BLS), and outpatient care. Skilled in evidence-based practice and patient record auditing, committed to enhancing healthcare delivery through continuous improvement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Nursing In-Charge
New Medical Center (NMC)
Dubai
2021.12 - 2025.04
- Lead the delivery of safe, high-quality care across unit operations
- Assess patient conditions and coordinate nursing interventions accordingly
- Supervise clinical staff and collaborate with nursing supervisors on shift planning
- Promote ongoing staff development and education through training and CQI programs
- Serve as resource nurse and liaison for multidisciplinary teams
- Implement evidence-based practices and participate in protocol development
- Spearheaded clinic preparation and compliance efforts for Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, including policy development, staff training, and documentation standardization to meet global quality and safety benchmarks
Nursing In-Charge
I Care Blue Clinic (formerly Apple Clinics)
Dubai
2017.05 - 2021.11
- Managed daily clinical workflows and enforced adherence to DHA standards
- Trained and mentored new staff; led monthly shift scheduling
- Conducted performance evaluations and submitted reports to Nursing Manager
- Oversaw controlled medicines and consumable stock audits
- Played a key role in the clinic's JCI laboratory accreditation
Nursing In-Charge
Apple Clinic
Dubai
2009.05 - 2017.05
- Delivered broad general nursing services including EKG, IV therapy, and phlebotomy
- Assisted in minor surgeries and ensured medication safety
- Modeled professional behavior and participated in professional development activities
Staff Nurse - Medical-Surgical Ward
Bontoc General Hospital
Bontoc
2007.04 - 2009.04
- Provided comprehensive care for pre- and post-operative patients
- Performed clinical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and patient education
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate discharge planning and follow-up care
Education
BSc - Medical Technology
University of Baguio
Philippines 1997.06 - 2003.03
BSc - Nursing
Baguio Central University
Philippines 2004.06 - 2007.03
Skills
- Staff Supervision & Training
- Patient Education & Advocacy
- Regulatory Compliance (DHA)
- Quality Improvement (CQI)
- Infection Control Standards
- Policy & Protocol Development
- Patient confidentiality understanding
- Emergency Response & ACLS/BLS
- Outpatient care experience
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Patient record auditing
Certification
- Registered Nurse - DHA (Dubai Health Authority)
- Registered Nurse-HAAD (Health Authority Abu Dhabi)
- Registered Nurse - PRC (Philippines)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Languages
English
Tagalog
Basic Arabic
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 01/28/81
- Nationality: Filipino
- Marital status: Married
Timeline
Nursing In-Charge
New Medical Center (NMC)
2021.12 - 2025.04
Nursing In-Charge
I Care Blue Clinic (formerly Apple Clinics)
2017.05 - 2021.11
Nursing In-Charge
Apple Clinic
2009.05 - 2017.05
Staff Nurse - Medical-Surgical Ward
Bontoc General Hospital
2007.04 - 2009.04
BSc - Nursing
Baguio Central University
2004.06 - 2007.03
BSc - Medical Technology
University of Baguio
1997.06 - 2003.03