Maribeth Salazar
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Charge nurse with extensive experience in patient care and interdisciplinary teamwork. Focused on improving patient outcomes through effective communication and strict adherence to compliance standards. Proven ability to manage complex cases while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Charge Nurse
Citadel at Kingsbridge
New York, NY
07.2023 - Current
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams for patient assessments, improving care plan personalization.
- Trained new nurses on established protocols and best practices in patient care.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, medications, and follow-up care instructions.
- Resolved complaints from families, patients, and staff, implementing solutions to enhance patient satisfaction.
- Supervised six nursing units, ensuring timely medication administration and monitoring of patient responses.
Utilization Management Nurse
Accenture
Makati City, Philippines
07.2011 - 03.2013
- Reviewed patient records to verify medical necessity and ensure compliance with healthcare standards, supporting quality care delivery.
- Managed appeals for denied services, providing additional information to substantiate medical necessity and improve approval rates.
- Ensured adherence to organizational policies in utilization management processes to maintain regulatory compliance and operational integrity.
- Applied evidence-based standards in decisions related to resource utilization.
Utilization Management Nurse
MediCall Philippines
Makati City, Philippines
09.2010 - 05.2011
- Assessed patient eligibility for services based on insurance policies and guidelines, ensuring appropriate access to care.
- Reviewed patient records comprehensively to confirm compliance with healthcare standards and improve quality of care.
- Evaluated medical services based on clinical documentation and established criteria.
- Executed pre-certification and retrospective reviews of inpatient and outpatient services to maintain service integrity.
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Mary The Queen Maternity and General Hospital
Plaridel, Bulacan
11.2007 - 08.2010
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, and blood products to ensure adherence to physician orders and patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs, lab values, and patient parameters to inform clinical decisions and improve patient care quality.
- Provided direct patient care within a medical-surgical unit to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patients' health records and treatment plans to support continuity of care and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing workload for efficiency.
- Participated in code blue events to support critical care efforts.
- Evaluated patient responses to clinical interventions during pre-, intra-, and post-care phases for effective discharge planning.
Hemodialysis Nurse Trainee
Asia Renal Care
Quezon City, Philippines
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Set up dialysis machines and prepared solutions for hemodialysis treatments, ensuring optimal equipment functionality for patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments prior to dialysis initiation, monitoring vital signs to ensure safety throughout procedures.
- Administered hemodialysis treatments according to established protocols, prioritizing patient safety.
- Monitored fluid balance during treatments to ensure safe fluid removal or replacement according to physician orders, enhancing patient safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Valenzuela City, Manila04-2006
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Far Eastern University
Sampaloc, Manila04-2001
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- IV Cannulation
- Care coordination
- Utilization management
- Compliance monitoring
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical leadership
- Advanced computer skills
- Rapport building
- Patient advocacy
Certification
Licensed NY Nurse
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Citadel at Kingsbridge
07.2023 - Current
Utilization Management Nurse
Accenture
07.2011 - 03.2013
Utilization Management Nurse
MediCall Philippines
09.2010 - 05.2011
Hemodialysis Nurse Trainee
Asia Renal Care
08.2009 - 05.2010
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Mary The Queen Maternity and General Hospital
11.2007 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Far Eastern University