Maria Badillo
Wauchula
Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) with over 15 years of diverse healthcare experience in neurorehabilitation, cardiac, surgical, and long-term care. Proficient in telemetry monitoring, IV medication administration, and EMR systems including Cerner and PointClickCare. Bilingual in English and Spanish, recognized for mentoring nursing students and adapting quickly to new challenges. Dedicated to providing safe, patient-centered care while pursuing clinical leadership opportunities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Medical Unit
Winter Haven Hospital
Winter Haven
09.2023 - Current
- - Provide care to patients with heart failure, arrhythmias, and post-MI recovery
- - Administer IV cardiac medications including amiodarone, Cardizem, and Bumex
- - Monitor telemetry rhythms and respond using evidence-based protocols
- - Educate patients and families on heart health and discharge instructions
- - Document in Cerner EMR
Licensed Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse – Neuro Rehab Unit
Lakeside Neurologic
Wauchula
01.2022 - Current
- - Deliver skilled nursing care to pediatric and adult patients with brain injuries
- - Manage behavioral challenges, monitor neurological status, and coordinate therapy
- - Mentor and proctor nursing students during clinical training
- - Administer medications and manage individualized care plans
- - Document care using PointClickCare EMR
Preoperative Nurse – Surgery Center
Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida
Sebring
08.2021 - 06.2023
- - Prepared patients for eye surgery: started IVs, administered eye drops, and conducted pre-op checks
- - Collaborated with surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure patient readiness
- - Maintained sterile conditions and proper documentation
Licensed Practical Nurse – Geriatric Rehab & Long-Term Care
The Palms of Sebring
Sebring
07.2021 - 12.2021
- - Provided LPN-level care in short-term rehab and long-term care for geriatric patients
- - Administered medications, provided wound care, and managed chronic illnesses
- - Collaborated with rehab and therapy teams to support recovery
Medical Assistant / Pediatric Caregiver
Florida Institute of Neurologic Rehabilitation
Wauchula
01.2006 - 01.2020
- - Began as caregiver for pediatric residents with brain injuries
- - Promoted in 2010 to Medical Assistant supporting the nursing department
- - Performed vitals, wound care, medication assistance, and charting
- - Supported interdisciplinary rehab and behavioral care plans
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)
Galen College of Nursing
St. Petersburg, FL07.2023
License Practical Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Saint Petersburg, Fl03-2021
Medical Assistant Program -
Everest University
Lakeland, FL01.2008
High School Diploma -
Ionia High School
Ionia, MI01.2001
Skills
- Cardiac medication administration
- Telemetry monitoring
- EMR documentation
- Patient education
- Clinical practice standards
- Patient assessment
- Bilingual spanish
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Florida – Active
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Florida – Active
- BLS (Basic Life Support) – Current
Languages
Bilingual: English & Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Medical Unit
Winter Haven Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse – Neuro Rehab Unit
Lakeside Neurologic
01.2022 - Current
Preoperative Nurse – Surgery Center
Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida
08.2021 - 06.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse – Geriatric Rehab & Long-Term Care
The Palms of Sebring
07.2021 - 12.2021
Medical Assistant / Pediatric Caregiver
Florida Institute of Neurologic Rehabilitation
01.2006 - 01.2020
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)
Galen College of Nursing
License Practical Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Medical Assistant Program -
Everest University
High School Diploma -
Ionia High School
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