Judith Marana
Bowie,MD
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Doctors Community Hospital
Lanham, Maryland
02.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Reviewed clinical data including lab results, radiology reports and vital signs to assess appropriateness of treatments.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to case management processes.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards concerning utilization review, ethical decision making and legal aspects of case management practice.
- Analyzed financial information related to insurance coverage eligibility prior to initiating services.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Clinical Coordinator
Doctors Community Hospital
Latham, Maryland
02.2006 - 02.2014
- Developed and implemented clinical protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate needs and develop individualized plans of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective delivery of services.
- Coordinated patient referrals to appropriate medical facilities and practitioners.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress and outcomes.
- Oversaw the development and implementation of educational programs for patients, families, and staff members.
- Provided direct supervision to clinical staff members in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Monitored quality assurance activities related to clinical operations.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing healthcare service delivery.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Doctors Community Hospital
Lanham, Maryland
08.2001 - 02.2006
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives that focused on enhancing quality of services rendered by the Medical-Surgical Unit.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
Registered Nurse
Galdys Spellman Specialty Hospital
Cheverly, Maryland
08.1998 - 03.2001
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Clinical Coordinator
Doctors Community Hospital
Lanham, Maryland
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Scared Heart College
Philippines03-1997
Skills
- Insurance knowledge
- Healthcare regulations
- Quality Improvement
- HIPAA Compliance
- Community Resources
- Utilization review
- Care Coordination
- Case Management
- Documentation
- Team Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Decision-Making
- Interpersonal Skills
- Multitasking
- Task Prioritization
- Accurate Documentation
- Analytical Thinking
- Adaptability
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Doctors Community Hospital
02.2014 - Current
Clinical Coordinator
Doctors Community Hospital
02.2006 - 02.2014
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Doctors Community Hospital
08.2001 - 02.2006
Registered Nurse
Galdys Spellman Specialty Hospital
08.1998 - 03.2001
Clinical Coordinator
Doctors Community Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Scared Heart College
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