MARCELLA J. NARDONE
Providence,RI
Summary
Registered nurse with 10 years of experience in home health and hospice care. Seeking the opportunity to join an organization committed to providing exceptional patient centered care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Supervisor
Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice
Middletown, RI
01.2025 - Current
- Supervises and supports a team of 11 Home Health Aides delivering compassionate end-of-life care in homes and facilities
- Monitors documentation, care, delivery standards and compliance with hospice regulations
- Maintains high customer satisfaction through responsive leadership, effective communication, and prompt issue resolution
Access Center Hospice Nurse -Full Time
Hope Health
Providence, RI
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided clinical follow-up with referral sources on upcoming discharges from hospitals and LTC facilities
- Collaborated with community partners and the Hulitar Hospice Center to facilitate patient admissions and transfers in a timely manner
- Developed and maintained patient records with accuracy, and timeliness according to agency policies
Hospice & Palliative Care Admission RN/PRN Visits
Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice
Portsmouth, RI
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Educates patients and caregivers regarding the hospice program of care and Medicare benefits
- Initiates accompanying services between the time of admission and transition to primary nurse, including collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and patient's primary MD
- Provides interventions and instructions to provide optimum symptom control and patient comfort
Registered Nurse - Staff Nurse- Full Time
Bethany Home of Rhode Island
Providence, RI
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Monitored and documented patient's condition through ongoing assessments and revised care plans
- Supervised and educated nursing assistants while maintaining a positive work environment
- Prepared and administered prescribed medications in accordance with standard practice and protocol
Registered Nurse-Case Manager - Full Time
Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice Care of Carroll County
North Conway, NH
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed caseload from admission to transition of skilled, hospice, and behavioral home care
- Worked closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure all patient and family needs are met
- Provided caregiver education and emotional support to families
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI05-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Albertus Magnus College
New Haven, CT05-2007
Skills
- Comprehensive assessment
- End-of-life planning
- Patient-centered communication
- Empathetic care
- Emotional support
- Cultural awareness
Licensure And Certification
- Registered Nurse, RI, RN54737, 03/27
- Basic Life Support, 255418536365, 03/27
Timeline
Hospice Supervisor
Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice
01.2025 - Current
Access Center Hospice Nurse -Full Time
Hope Health
01.2023 - 01.2025
Hospice & Palliative Care Admission RN/PRN Visits
Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice
01.2021 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse - Staff Nurse- Full Time
Bethany Home of Rhode Island
01.2019 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse-Case Manager - Full Time
Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice Care of Carroll County
01.2015 - 01.2018
Associate Degree - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Albertus Magnus College