Maria Rita Marbella
Orlando,FL
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in dialysis, medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Orlando VA Medical Center
Orlando, FL
07.2020 - Current
- Acts as Charge Nurse at the Dialysis Unit from time to time
- Chairman of the Unit Practice Council
- Performs assessment/treatment on outpatient and inpatient hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and clinical outcomes within the unit.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical procedures, fostering skill development and professional growth.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient responses to interventions, adjusting care as needed.
- Participated in training programs for new staff, enhancing team performance and operational effectiveness.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Is a recipient of Blue Ribbon Award
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Adventhealth East Orlando
Lake Underhill Orlando Florida
05.2018 - 02.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and post-discharge care plans.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and improving efficiency.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Acts as Charge RN from time to time
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Adventhealth East Orlando
Lake Underhill Road Orlando. Fl
02.2013 - 05.2018
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Of South Florida
Kendall Drive, Miami. Florida
10.2008 - 02.2013
- Demonstrates the ability to care for patients with chest tubes, heparin drips, nitro drips and other cardiac drips, including administration of propofol, dopamine drips. insulin etc
- Familiarity with the use of bladder scan, dopplers, heart monitors. EKG machines
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ02-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
World Citi Colleges
Manila. Philippines05-2005
Bachelor in Business Management - Business Management
Polytechnic University of The Philippines
Manila, Philippines04-1980
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Assessment and cannulation of fistulas, grafts and permanent catheter
- Setting up of hemodialysis machines, fressinius, tablo, CRRt and Amia for peritoneal dialysis
Certification
- ACLS, BLS
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Orlando VA Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Adventhealth East Orlando
05.2018 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse
Adventhealth East Orlando
02.2013 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Of South Florida
10.2008 - 02.2013
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
World Citi Colleges
Bachelor in Business Management - Business Management
Polytechnic University of The Philippines