Rowena Tirao Duey
About Rowena Tirao Duey
Rowena Tirao Duey is a Registered Nurse specializing in ICU Stepdown at Sutter Health in Sacramento, California, where she has worked since 2018. She has a diverse nursing background, including experience in various healthcare settings and holds a Master of Science in Clinical Nursing from the University of San Francisco.
Work at Sutter Health
Rowena Tirao Duey has been employed at Sutter Health since 2018 as a Registered Nurse in the ICU Stepdown unit. In this role, she is responsible for the care of three critically ill patients per shift in a dynamic critical care environment. She provides nursing care to cardiac patients on a step-down unit that accommodates 36 beds. Duey utilizes the EPIC electronic medical record system for documentation of patient assignments and attends ongoing in-services related to unit needs. She actively participates in staff meetings and takes on leadership roles during critical situations, such as code events.
Previous Nursing Experience
Before joining Sutter Health, Rowena Tirao Duey gained diverse nursing experience across various healthcare settings. She worked at Passport Health in 2017 as a Registered Nurse focusing on wellness and flu for four months. Following that, she served at Tenet Healthcare from 2017 to 2018 as a Registered Nurse in a multi-specialty unit, including medical-surgical, telemetry, and pediatrics. Additionally, she worked at Verity Health System for seven months in 2018 as a Registered Nurse in medical and surgical telemetry. Her earlier roles included working as a Licensed Vocational Nurse at Via Services and Premier Healthcare Services.
Education and Expertise
Rowena Tirao Duey holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services from Notre Dame De Namur University, which she completed in 2013. She also earned an Associate degree from Mission College between 2009 and 2011. Furthering her education, Duey obtained a Master of Science in Clinical Nursing from the University of San Francisco, completing her studies in 2016. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in nursing practices and patient care, enhancing her expertise in critical care settings.
Professional Development
Rowena Tirao Duey is committed to professional development in nursing. She attends ongoing in-services related to the needs of her unit, ensuring that she stays updated on best practices and advancements in patient care. Duey is involved in integrating evidence-based practices into her nursing care, which reflects her dedication to improving patient outcomes. Her participation in staff meetings further demonstrates her engagement in collaborative efforts to enhance the quality of care within her team.