Margaline Andre
Pawtucket,USA
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with nearly 20 years in Medical-Surgical and Telemetry settings, including travel and community hospital assignments. Skilled in delivering evidence-based, therapeutic care while adapting seamlessly to diverse clinical environments. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, clear communication, and effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Experienced in rehabilitation, charge nurse leadership, and mentoring new nursing staff, fostering a supportive and team-oriented work culture.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Baystate Medical Center
Springfield, MA
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients in fast-paced MS/Telemetry unit.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms and responded promptly to arrhythmias.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Delivered specialized nursing care to patients aged 65 and older in ACE unit, focusing on maintaining functional independence.
- Conducted comprehensive geriatric assessments and implemented early rehabilitation interventions.
- Delivered compassionate care to hospice patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life stages.
- Managed pain and provided palliative care in collaboration with interdisciplinary hospice teams.
- Specialized in symptom management and advocacy for patients with terminal diagnoses.
Registered Nurse – Telemetry/MS
Beverly Hospital
Beverly, MA
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Managed care for patients with complex medical conditions requiring continuous telemetry monitoring.
- Provided skilled nursing care for patients with chest tubes due to pneumothorax, pleural effusion, and post-operative thoracic surgery.
- Monitored chest tube drainage systems, ensuring proper suction and drainage output while assessing for complications.
- Collaborated with respiratory therapists to achieve lung re-expansion and optimize oxygenation.
- Educated patients and families on chest tube function, mobility precautions, and recovery exercises.
- Responded quickly to complications such as tension pneumothorax, following emergency protocols as necessary.
- Maintained strict infection control practices at insertion sites with sterile dressing changes.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Baystate Noble Hospital
Westfield, MA
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered patient-centered care in MS/Telemetry unit, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided continuous cardiac monitoring for patients with arrhythmias and heart failure.
- Interpreted telemetry strips to identify life-threatening arrhythmias and initiated nursing interventions.
- Administered cardiac medications per provider orders, including beta blockers and diuretics.
- Responded swiftly to cardiac emergencies, coordinating with the cardiology team for effective management.
- Educated patients and families on cardiac health, focusing on risk factors and lifestyle modifications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of rhythm changes, hemodynamic status and treatment responses in electronic medical record.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Boston Medical Center
Boston, MA
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Delivered nursing care to diverse patient population at urban teaching hospital.
- Provided compassionate, nonjudgmental support to patients with substance use disorders.
- Monitored and managed withdrawal symptoms using CIWA and COWS assessment tools.
- Administered medications for stabilization, including benzodiazepines and methadone.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on recovery options and harm reduction strategies.
- Utilized trauma-informed care to foster trust and promote engagement in recovery.
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital
Plymouth, MA
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Delivered evidence-based nursing care for patients undergoing alcohol withdrawal using CIWA-Ar protocol.
- Administered prescribed benzodiazepines and supportive medications to prevent seizures and delirium tremens.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid status, and neurological function to ensure patient safety and facilitate early intervention.
- Collaborated with psychiatric providers and addiction specialists to support comprehensive patient stabilization and discharge planning.
- Educated patients and families on alcohol use disorder and available long-term recovery resources.
- Applied trauma-informed care techniques to de-escalate crises and enhance emotional well-being.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Newton, MA
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Monitored telemetry patients and interpreted EKG readings for accurate assessments.
- Delivered comprehensive post-operative care for patients recovering from orthopedic, abdominal, cardiac, thoracic, and gynecologic surgeries.
- Assessed and managed pain, surgical incisions, drains, and wound healing while preventing complications such as infection and bleeding.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid balance, and neurovascular status to ensure early detection of complications.
- Provided education on post-operative activity restrictions, medication regimens, and wound care prior to discharge.
- Collaborated with surgical teams, physical therapists, and case managers to facilitate recovery and discharge planning.
- Ensured timely maintenance or removal of surgical devices following aseptic techniques.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Kendall Regional Medical Center
Miami, FL
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Delivered acute care to patients with traumatic injuries including fractures and TBIs.
- Provided specialized treatment for burn patients, focusing on fluid resuscitation and pain management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance recovery and rehabilitation strategies.
- Monitored patients for signs of shock, sepsis, and respiratory complications in trauma and burn cases.
- Administered analgesics and antibiotics, ensuring strict infection control during wound care.
- Educated patients and families on trauma-informed practices while providing emotional support.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
RWJ Clara Maass Medical Center
Belleville, NJ
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Delivered frontline nursing care to patients diagnosed with COVID-19.
- Monitored oxygenation status while weaning patients from oxygen therapy.
- Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists to ensure safe mobility and discharge planning.
- Managed exacerbated comorbidities, including diabetes and heart failure, resulting from COVID-19.
- Provided ongoing care for post-COVID patients recovering from respiratory and cardiac complications.
- Supported patients experiencing long COVID symptoms, including anxiety and insomnia.
Registered Nurse
Aventura Hospital & Medical Center
Aventura , FL
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Delivered frontline nursing care to COVID-19 patients with acute respiratory distress and pneumonia.
- Managed patients requiring high-flow oxygen, BiPAP, and ventilator support in coordination with critical care teams.
- Implemented stringent infection prevention measures, reducing cross-contamination during high-exposure periods.
- Monitored vital signs and labs while administering critical medications, responding swiftly to patient declines.
- Provided compassionate support to isolated patients through telehealth and family video visits.
- Adapted to evolving CDC guidelines and facility protocols amidst staffing shortages, showcasing resilience.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
Miami, FL
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Delivered care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions, including COPD and pneumonia.
- Monitored oxygen saturation and breath sounds, intervening promptly for signs of distress.
- Administered bronchodilators and nebulizer treatments according to protocol and provider orders.
- Managed patients on oxygen therapy and BiPAP, collaborating with respiratory therapy.
- Performed chest physiotherapy, suctioning, and tracheostomy care as needed.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and inhaler techniques.
- Facilitated smoking cessation efforts and strategies to prevent exacerbations.
- Assessed ABG results and patient respiratory effort regularly.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
Aventura, FL
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Collected lab specimens and reported diagnostic tests and results accurately.
- Ensured patient safety by verifying medication dosages before administration.
- Assessed intervention effectiveness through ongoing evaluation of patient responses.
- Delivered emotional support and counseling to patients and families as needed.
- Advocated for patients' rights, values, and beliefs consistently throughout care.
- Maintained accurate, confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided continuous evaluation of patient responses to optimize care strategies.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Delray Medical Center
Delray Beach, FL
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed care for diverse patients in high-acuity unit, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds to enhance patient care coordination.
- Conducted educational sessions focused on lifestyle modifications for patient improvement.
- Maintained accurate and confidential electronic medical records documentation.
- Advocated for patients' rights, values, and beliefs during care processes.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations by upholding strict patient data procedures.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
Aventura, FL
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Delivered comprehensive pre- and post-operative care for urologic procedures including TURP and nephrectomy.
- Monitored urinary output, catheter patency, and potential complications in patients with various catheter types.
- Managed continuous bladder irrigation and addressed complications such as clot retention effectively.
- Administered pain management and wound care while educating patients on catheter hygiene and UTI signs.
- Assisted patients with chronic urological issues including urinary retention and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate safe recovery and coordinated discharge planning.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Delray Medical Center
Delray Beach, FL
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Delivered patient care in a fast-paced medical surgical unit.
- Floated to Cardiac Tele, SDU, Observation Unit, and ED Overflow as needed.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Recognized complications and coordinated treatment with critical care team members.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations efficiently.
- Attended continuing education classes to stay informed on current nursing trends.
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island
Pawtucket, RI
01.2007 - 03.2017
- Worked across multiple departments, including Orthopedics, Oncology, Stroke, Neuro, and Medical Telemetry.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop tailored treatment plans.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately in electronic medical record system.
- Updated patient charts consistently to uphold strict recordkeeping standards.
- Oversaw admission and discharge processes, ensuring proper coordination of paperwork.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety measures.
- Served as preceptor for nursing students and new staff members, facilitating onboarding.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Downers Grove, IL06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Downers Grove, IL05-2017
Associate Degree - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
Providence, RI05-2006
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Patient assessment
- Geriatric care
- Care planning
- Cardiac care
- Chest pain management
- Tracheostomy care
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Feeding pumps
- Maintaining privacy
- Collecting vitals
- Palliative and pain management
- Seizure management
- Vascular care
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Family and patient support
- Patient and family advocacy
- Procedure preparations
- Medication administration
- Insulin medication assistance
- Reporting and documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Lab result interpretation
- Hospice and palliative care
- At-risk patient care
- Patient education
- Electronic health records
- Acute and chronic care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Wound care management
- Infection control
- Emergency response
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- SBAR communication
- Documentation and charting
- Patient discharge
- ADL assistance
- Intravenous therapy
- IV management
- Precepting
- Compliance with HIPAA regulation
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA), Member
- Massachusetts Nurses Association (MNA), Member
Certification
- Registered Nurse Licensure, Massachusetts, RN2348882
- Registered Nurse Licensure, Rhode Island, RN44006
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 08/31/25
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 08/31/25
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), 08/31/25
Degree
BSN, RN
Languages
English
Professional
Creole
Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Baystate Medical Center
05.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse – Telemetry/MS
Beverly Hospital
01.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Baystate Noble Hospital
04.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Boston Medical Center
12.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital
08.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Newton-Wellesley Hospital
01.2021 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Kendall Regional Medical Center
07.2020 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
RWJ Clara Maass Medical Center
05.2020 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse
Aventura Hospital & Medical Center
12.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
06.2019 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Delray Medical Center
05.2018 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
02.2018 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Delray Medical Center
06.2017 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse – MS/Tele
Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island
01.2007 - 03.2017
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate Degree - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
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