Maleine Cereus
Wimauma,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse delivering exceptional patient assessments and emergency response. Expertise in chemotherapy administration and infusion protocols, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, Florida
07.2024 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy and infusion therapies to oncology patients, ensuring safety and comfort throughout treatment.
- Monitored patient vital signs during treatment to uphold optimal care standards.
- Managed acute infusion reactions, providing timely interventions for symptoms like fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, anaphylaxis, and hypersensitivity.
- Performed thorough patient assessments before chemotherapy infusions, including vital signs checks.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to established safety protocols during chemotherapy.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Trained new nursing staff on infusion protocols and best practices, enhancing team competency in oncology care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families throughout treatment journeys.
Float RN-NICU, Pediatric and PICU
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, FL
10.2021 - 07.2024
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety.
- Assisted in emergency procedures while coordinating critical care efforts.
- Delivered direct patient care across multiple departments and units.
- Supported nursing staff across various units to enhance patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Ensured consistent compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Contributed to staff meetings focused on identifying process improvements and developing care strategies.
- Documented patient assessments and summaries in electronic health records to ensure accurate and comprehensive patient information.
Registered Nurse- NICU & Pediatric
Northwest Medical Center
Margate, Florida
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Assisted in emergency interventions during critical situations with pediatric patients.
- Administered medications and treatments to pediatric patients according to protocols.
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders, monitored for effectiveness and reported any adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Assessed patient's physical, mental and emotional health by taking vital signs, observing skin condition, reviewing medical history and administering tests.
- Monitored patients' conditions during treatment or recovery periods to determine progress or need for modification of treatment plan.
- Utilized age-specific teaching techniques to educate patients and families on self-care strategies.
- Performed diagnostic procedures such as venipunctures, immunizations and wound irrigations according to established protocols.
Registered Nurse
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, Florida
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs in the telemetry unit for critical care management.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Student Nurse Technician
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, Florida
04.2013 - 02.2017
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Facilitated patients' activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene to promote independence and dignity.
- Provided support for patients during activities of daily living.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering patient care and comfort measures to enhance patient well-being.
- Implemented fall prevention techniques outlined in the care plan.
- Fostered a respectful environment for patients, families, and colleagues to encourage professionalism and courtesy.
Student Nurse Technician
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, Florida
04.2013 - 02.2017
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs, alerting healthcare teams to significant changes for timely interventions.
- Communicated effectively with both patients and their families regarding care needs.
- Implemented fall prevention techniques from care plan, enhancing patient safety and reducing risk of falls.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering patient care and daily living activities, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with a clean environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
South University
Tampa, FL12-2016
Skills
- Chemotherapy administration
- IV therapy management
- Infusion protocols
- Emergency interventions
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Lab result interpretation
- Infection control
- Electronic health records
- Care coordination
- Newborn education
- Neonatal ICU procedures
- Immunization skills
- IV setup
- Team training
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Shared governance
Certification
- BLS 2026
- RN 9454626
Accomplishments
- Daisy Awards Nominations
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tampa General Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Float RN-NICU, Pediatric and PICU
Tampa General Hospital
10.2021 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse- NICU & Pediatric
Northwest Medical Center
06.2019 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Tampa General Hospital
03.2017 - 04.2019
Student Nurse Technician
Tampa General Hospital
04.2013 - 02.2017
Student Nurse Technician
Tampa General Hospital
04.2013 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
South University