Mariah F. Marks
Summary
Nursing professional with a solid foundation in critical care and patient triage. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes. Committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Nurse
Bon Secours
Petersburg
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted in emergency procedures during critical situations in the ICU.
- Initiated resuscitation measures when necessary following cardiac arrest or respiratory failure events.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to assess patient conditions effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Facilitated admission and discharge processes for ICU patients.
- Successfully managed multiple tasks while maintaining focus on providing safe, high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Provided emotional support for family members during end-of-life situations.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic health systems.
Patient Care Tech
St Mary's
Richmond
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Emergency Department
- Level 2 trauma center
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver effective patient care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Conducted EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests under the guidance of the physician or RN.
CNA
Southampton Medical Center
Franklin
10.2020 - 01.2024
- Long-Term Care
- Skilled care
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families about care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
Summer Nurse Extern
Southampton Medical Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Emergency Department
- Triage patients effectively to prioritize care in high-pressure situations.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by attending physicians.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge care.
- Maintain compliance with safety and infection control protocols at all times.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
Baby Sitting
01.2017 - 01.2021
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
Richmond, VA12-2024
Two years of prerequisites - Nursing intended
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2021
High School diploma - Courtland, VA
Southampton Academy
Courtland, VA05-2020
Skills
- Patient triage and acuity assessment
- Electrocardiogram (EKG) interpretation
- Laboratory testing proficiency
- Compassionate care delivery
- Leadership and teamwork
- Quick learning ability
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Problem-solving expertise
- Interpersonal communication
- Customer service excellence
- Team collaboration strategies
- Critical care knowledge
- Care coordination and advocacy
- Ventilator management techniques
- End-of-life care support
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
- Complex case management strategies
- Point of care testing expertise
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Swan gauze catheter expertise
- Balloon pump operation
- CRRT proficiency
- Ultrasound guided PIV certification
Extracurricular Activities
NAMI WALKS VIRGINIA, Volunteer, Largest mental health awareness and fundraising effort in America Relay for Life, Volunteer, Participated in planning and promoting by fundraising March of Dimes, Volunteer, Participated by raising donations for families in need Courtland Baptist church, Volunteer Southampton Memorial Gift Shop, Volunteer
Awards
BON SECOURS
- Core Culture Award
-Daisy nominee
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
ICU Nurse
Bon Secours
02.2025 - Current
Summer Nurse Extern
Southampton Medical Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Patient Care Tech
St Mary's
01.2023 - 12.2024
CNA
Southampton Medical Center
10.2020 - 01.2024
Baby Sitting
01.2017 - 01.2021
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
Two years of prerequisites - Nursing intended
East Carolina University
High School diploma - Courtland, VA
Southampton Academy