Margaline Andre
Pawtucket,USA
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with almost two decades in Medical-Surgical and Telemetry settings. Skilled in providing evidence-based, therapeutic care and adapting to various clinical environments. Strong clinical judgment and communication abilities enhance patient outcomes. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring new nursing staff and fostering a collaborative team atmosphere.
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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