MARI BACOS, MSN, RN, CEN
Los Angeles,USA
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 12 years of diverse experience in direct patient care and staff supervision. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with general medical-surgical and step down care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RELIEF CHARGE NURSE RN/ EMERGENCY CARE UNIT
UCLA HEALTH
10.2021 - Current
- Responsible for decompressing the ER by efficiently relocating admitted patients to designated overflow areas
- Communicating and collaborating with ED charge and CME (Comprehensive Medical Evaluation) team to identify appropriate overflow patients
- Coordinating and facilitating flow of patient admissions, transfers and discharges with bed placement
- Making staffing decisions for current and oncoming shifts using the staffing matrix as a guide
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, conducting regular audits of nursing documentation and practices.
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR BSN PROGRAM
ANGELES COLLEGE
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Instructor for clinical, laboratory, and simulation lab
- Accountable for clinical skill application, simulation, competency skill testing, evaluation, and remediation
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear rules and expectations, fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
REGISTERED NURSE- FLOAT POOL
UCLA HEALTH
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to provide optimal patient care
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs.
- Increased efficiency in the Float Pool by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time across multiple units.
- Championed a culture of patient-centered care, consistently demonstrating empathy, respect, and professionalism in all interactions with patients and their families.
REGISTERED NURSE- TELEMETRY
KAISER FOUNDATIONS HOSPITALS
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care in the acute care setting
- Managed medical emergencies effectively by utilizing advanced life support skills when needed during critical situations.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medications, and lifestyle modifications for better health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient safety through continuous monitoring of vital signs, EKG interpretation, and timely intervention for rhythm changes.
REGISTERED NURSE- DOU
HOLLYWOOD PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL CENTER
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care between critical care and other hospital units by maintaining effective communication with receiving staff and providing thorough handoff reports.
REGISTERED NURSE-TELEMETRY
OLYMPIA MEDICAL CENTER
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care in the acute care setting
- Closely monitoring patients with complex cardiac issues
- Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to provide optimal patient care
SENIOR LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE/ MEDICINE
UCLA HEALTH DERMATOLOGY
12.2015 - 01.2017
- Assist physicians and set-up exam rooms for procedures as indicated but not limited to the following: skin biopsies, excisions, Mohs, removal of sutures.
- Follow-up and respond to Care Connect messages in a timely manner, relay pathology and laboratory results per physician's instructions to patient.
- Assist with telephone communications, scheduling appointments, chart preparations, filing, faxing, prescriptions refills as needed.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Advanced Generalist
West Coast University
Los Angeles, CA01.2021
Registered Nursing/ ADN Program -
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA01.2019
Associate in Arts - Liberal Arts/Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA01.2016
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Judgment
- Medication Administration
- Infection Control
Certification
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
- ACLS, American Heart Association
- NIHSS
- Ventilator Fundamentals and Maintenance
- Tracheostomy and Airway Management
Volunteer Experience
UCLA Nursing Volunteer Program, 02/01/18, 05/31/19
Languages
Romanian
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
Timeline
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR BSN PROGRAM
ANGELES COLLEGE
01.2022 - 02.2023
RELIEF CHARGE NURSE RN/ EMERGENCY CARE UNIT
UCLA HEALTH
10.2021 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE- FLOAT POOL
UCLA HEALTH
10.2021 - 06.2022
REGISTERED NURSE- TELEMETRY
KAISER FOUNDATIONS HOSPITALS
09.2020 - 05.2022
REGISTERED NURSE- DOU
HOLLYWOOD PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL CENTER
04.2020 - 09.2020
REGISTERED NURSE-TELEMETRY
OLYMPIA MEDICAL CENTER
05.2019 - 04.2020
SENIOR LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE/ MEDICINE
UCLA HEALTH DERMATOLOGY
12.2015 - 01.2017
Registered Nursing/ ADN Program -
Los Angeles City College
Associate in Arts - Liberal Arts/Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Los Angeles City College
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
- ACLS, American Heart Association
- NIHSS
- Ventilator Fundamentals and Maintenance
- Tracheostomy and Airway Management
Master of Science - Nursing, Advanced Generalist
West Coast University
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