Marie Sipes
New Carlisle,IN
Summary
Adept at medication and IV administration, I leveraged strong clinical judgment at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. My expertise in critical care and ability to provide compassionate, direct patient care led to a notable reduction in hospital readmissions. Skilled in staff supervision, I foster a high level of autonomy among my team.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Drs Neuro Psychiatric Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Holmes Regional Medical Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Registered Nurse Traveler
Talemed/Triage
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, minimizing adverse reactions or errors.
- Responded efficiently to critical situations, applying life-saving interventions under pressure while maintaining composure.
- Managed complex medical conditions such as diabetes or heart failure using advanced clinical skills gained from continuing education courses.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse Traveler
Aya Healthcare
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, minimizing adverse reactions or errors.
- Responded efficiently to critical situations, applying life-saving interventions under pressure while maintaining composure.
- Managed complex medical conditions such as diabetes or heart failure using advanced clinical skills gained from continuing education courses.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts through thorough handover reportings and clear communication among healthcare team members.
Registered Nurse Traveler
American Mobile Healthcare
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Managed complex medical conditions such as diabetes or heart failure using advanced clinical skills gained from continuing education courses.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts through thorough handover reportings and clear communication among healthcare team members.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
LaPorte Hospital
01.2017 - 11.2018
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex medical procedures, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
Registered Nurse Pediatrics, NICU
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc
05.2014 - 12.2015
- 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.
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc
09.2008 - 10.2012
- Managed complex caseloads and coordinated care for patients with multiple comorbidities, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for their needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students, effectively teaching critical thinking skills and fostering an environment of continuous learning.
- Improved patient outcomes by promptly identifying changes in condition, initiating appropriate interventions, and communicating effectively with physicians.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and participating in unit-based quality improvement initiatives.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Memorial Hospital
05.2006 - 01.2011
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for high-risk pregnancies.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex medical procedures, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
Registered Nurse Critical Care Progressive
Saint Joseph Medical Center
02.2005 - 05.2006
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Purdue University - North Central
Westville, IN12.2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Critical Care
- Performing EKGs
- High level of autonomy
- Staff Supervision
Certification
- ALCS, American Heart Association - May 2023-May 2025
- BLS - May 2023- May 2025
- NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Drs Neuro Psychiatric Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Holmes Regional Medical Center
05.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse Traveler
Talemed/Triage
02.2020 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse Traveler
Aya Healthcare
05.2019 - 02.2020
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc
11.2018 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse Traveler
American Mobile Healthcare
10.2018 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
LaPorte Hospital
01.2017 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse Pediatrics, NICU
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc
05.2014 - 12.2015
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc
09.2008 - 10.2012
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Memorial Hospital
05.2006 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse Critical Care Progressive
Saint Joseph Medical Center
02.2005 - 05.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Purdue University - North Central