Marian Brennan
Phoenix,MD
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified bilingual RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care, emergency response, patient education, program development and maternal child care. Brings over 17 years of nursing experience, with a passion in maternal child health.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Health Nurse
New Mexico Department Of Health
Santa Fe, NM
10.2021 - Current
- Investigated outbreaks of communicable diseases such as influenza or tuberculosis.
- Performed data collection and analysis related to public health initiatives.
- Educated clients about preventive health measures, including nutrition, exercise and disease prevention.
- Gathered, organized and disseminated information from various sources that included health plans, hospitals, providers and government entities to appropriate individuals.
- Initiated programs to address health needs of families with emphasis on women and children.
- Offered information and answered questions from public while advising on protective safeguards.
Lead Maternal Child Health Nurse Case Manager
Anthem/ Elevance Health
Hanover, MD
10.2019 - 04.2024
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for high-risk pregnant members.
- Mentored preceptees by modeling effective communication techniques with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
- Reviewed medical records with the precepters in order to ensure accuracy in documentation practices.
- Conducted performance evaluations for preceptees on a regular basis.
- Participated in strategic planning initiatives designed to improve overall operations.
- Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
- Evaluated effectiveness of patient education activities by collecting feedback from participants.
- Educated patients regarding medication use including side effects, interactions and adherence strategies.
- Assisted in the development of educational programs for individuals with chronic illnesses or disabilities.
Telephonic Triage Nurse
Intellatriage
Chicag, IL
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Evaluated symptoms, made preliminary diagnosis and provided treatment recommendations to patients.
- Educated callers about available community resources that could help them manage their health concerns.
- Instructed callers on proper home care techniques such as wound dressing and managing fever.
Worker's Compensation Nurse Case Manager
Coventry Health Care/ Aetna
Baltimore, MD
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Assessed injured workers' medical records and reports to determine eligibility for benefits.
- Provided guidance and support to employers, employees and their families regarding the Workers' Compensation process.
- Conducted investigations into workplace accidents, determining cause and liability.
Field Nurse Case Manager
Guardian Nurses
New York, NY
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Educated clients on self-care strategies, lifestyle changes, disease management techniques.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty care or additional services when necessary.
- Identified potential risk factors that could negatively impact a client's overall health outcomes.
Maternal Child Public Health Nurse
New Jersey Department of Health
Paterson, NJ
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Lead nurse for Zika Virus Federal initiative.
- Performed data collection and analysis related to public health initiatives.
- Participated in community outreach activities to promote public health awareness among target populations.
- Educated clients about preventive health measures, including nutrition, exercise and disease prevention.
- Provided public health nursing care to clients in their homes and in the community.
Labor & Delivery Nurse
Good Samaritan Medical Center
Suffern, NY
11.2016 - 12.2017
- Executed direct patient care responsibilities, including labor and delivery, newborn care, postpartum care, c-section, PACU, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Provided pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care for OB patients.
- Educated patients and families about OB and GYN procedures, labor and delivery processes, nutrition, breastfeeding, infant care and other topics related to maternal health.
Maternal Child Nurse Case Manager
Anthem Healthcare
New York, NY
06.2012 - 07.2017
- Provided education to high-risk pregnant members and their families on disease management, medications, and other treatments.
- Communicated regularly with patients via phone calls or emails to check on their progress and answer any questions they may have.
- Developed and implemented care plans for assigned patients, ensuring the highest quality of care.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive medical care to patients.
Labor & Delivery Nurse
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
New York, NY
09.2009 - 06.2012
- Provided pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care for OB patients.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers including wound care management.
- Educated patients and families about OB and GYN procedures, labor and delivery processes, nutrition, breastfeeding, infant care and other topics related to maternal health.
Maternal Child Home Care Nurse- Patient Educator
Alere
New York, NY
01.2008 - 03.2011
- Educated patients regarding high-risk pregnancy, chronic conditions, medication use, including side effects, interactions, and adherence strategies.
- Administered IM medications and IV therapy.
- Conducted home assessments.
Labor & Delivery Nurse
Lincoln Hospital Center
Bronx, NY
10.2007 - 09.2009
- Executed direct patient care responsibilities, including labor and delivery, newborn care, postpartum care, c-section, PACU, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Provided pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care for OB patients.
- Educated patients and families about OB and GYN procedures, labor and delivery processes, nutrition, breastfeeding, infant care and other topics related to maternal health.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
CUNY Bronx Community College
Bronx, NY06-2007
High School Diploma -
Aquinas High School
Bronx, NY06-1993
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Electronic Medical Records
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Community Outreach
- Program Evaluation
- Public Health
- Team Oversight
- Case Management
- Data collection and management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient and Public Education
- Disease Prevention
Certification
- New York State Registered Nurse - License # 593366
- New Jersey State Registered Nurse - License # 26NR18092300
- Maryland Compact State Registered Nurse - License # R238178
- Basic Life Support
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Public Health Nurse
New Mexico Department Of Health
10.2021 - Current
Lead Maternal Child Health Nurse Case Manager
Anthem/ Elevance Health
10.2019 - 04.2024
Worker's Compensation Nurse Case Manager
Coventry Health Care/ Aetna
04.2019 - 10.2019
Field Nurse Case Manager
Guardian Nurses
10.2018 - 03.2019
Telephonic Triage Nurse
Intellatriage
01.2018 - 06.2020
Maternal Child Public Health Nurse
New Jersey Department of Health
06.2017 - 07.2018
Labor & Delivery Nurse
Good Samaritan Medical Center
11.2016 - 12.2017
Maternal Child Nurse Case Manager
Anthem Healthcare
06.2012 - 07.2017
Labor & Delivery Nurse
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
09.2009 - 06.2012
Maternal Child Home Care Nurse- Patient Educator
Alere
01.2008 - 03.2011
Labor & Delivery Nurse
Lincoln Hospital Center
10.2007 - 09.2009
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
CUNY Bronx Community College
High School Diploma -
Aquinas High School
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Western Governors University
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