Marie Laguerre
Registered Nurse
Delray Beach,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
2
2
Languages
4
4
years of post-secondary education
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Hospice Case Manager
Yolo Hospice, Inc.
Davis, California
05.2016 - 07.2020
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
David Grant Medical Center, STG International
Reno, Hialeah, NV;FL
05.2008 - 05.2016
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Renown Medical Center;Select Specialty Hospital
Miami,Reno, NV;FL
02.2002 - 06.2008
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Heart Of Florida Medical Center/Osceola Regional.
Davenport, FL
03.2005 - 04.2008
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
Independent Contractor, Elderly Companion Care
Self Employed
Miami, FL.
02.1996 - 05.2002
- Kept close eye on client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV 01.2010 - 05.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL 05.2002 - 05.2004
No Degree - License Practical Nursing
Sheridan Vocational School
Miami, FL 08.2000 - 09.2000
Skills
Patient and family advocacy
undefinedAffiliations
Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association.
Additional Information
Committed to a holistic approach in patient care.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Hospice Case Manager
Yolo Hospice, Inc.
05.2016 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American Public University System
01.2010 - 05.2012
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
David Grant Medical Center, STG International
05.2008 - 05.2016
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Heart Of Florida Medical Center/Osceola Regional.
03.2005 - 04.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College
05.2002 - 05.2004
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Renown Medical Center;Select Specialty Hospital
02.2002 - 06.2008
No Degree - License Practical Nursing
Sheridan Vocational School
08.2000 - 09.2000
Independent Contractor, Elderly Companion Care
Self Employed
02.1996 - 05.2002
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