Mariel Fortin
Manassas,VA
Summary
Experienced, exceptionally organized, and compassionate nursing professional dedicated to delivering top-tier patient care. Skilled in providing personalized attention to diverse patient needs, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Committed to optimizing satisfaction, safety, and overall wellness across all patient demographics.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse, Floor Nurse
ALL Pediatrics
03.2017 - Current
- Efficiently managed time in fast-paced environments, prioritizing tasks based on urgency.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments to ensure optimal patient comfort and care.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting assessments, interventions, and progress promptly.
- Conducted temperature, pulse, and blood pressure assessments and recorded findings in EMR.
- Reviewed patient history for conditions, medications, and allergies verification.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and symptoms.
- Administered vaccinations and medications according to dosage guidelines and protocols.
- Obtained samples for diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in assessing patient needs and implementing nursing interventions.
- Acted as a preceptor, guiding new hires through orientation and role acclimation as pediatric LPNs/MAs.
- Assisted in scheduling patient appointments and coordinating referrals/resources.
- Ensured infection prevention through strict adherence to hygiene standards.
- Provided basic education to parents and guardians on child growth, development, and special needs.
- Educated patients on healthcare issues and prescribed medications.
- Enhanced patient outcomes through compassionate and comprehensive pediatric care.
- Offered emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Engaged in continuing education programs to stay updated on best practices in pediatric nursing care.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Floor Nurse
Capital Area Pediatrics
06.2015 - 03.2017
- Obtained vital signs for newborn to adolescent patients in pediatric office
- Conducted proper assessments and obtained relevant medical histories
- Implemented physicians' orders promptly
- Performed various clinical procedures and assisted physicians as needed
- Administered childhood immunizations per CDC schedule
- Administered medications and vaccines, maintaining accurate documentation in EMR
- Managed laboratory testing and sent samples to designated labs for processing (COVID/RSV/RST/flu testing, cholesterol screening, hemoglobin screening)
- Conducted clinical procedures such as asthma treatment, urinary catheterization, cerumen removal, oxygen administration, stitch and wart removal preparation, wound care, etc.
- Acted as a preceptor for new hires and student nurses
- Ensured safety and comfort of pediatric patients and caregivers
- Provided patient/parent teaching post-diagnosis
- Established positive relationships with physicians, nurses, patients, and parents
- Maintained hygienic and sterile procedures to promote office cleanliness and safety
Education
CPR And AED Certification 9/2023- Current
LPN/LVN - Nursing
Fairfax County School of Nursing
Springfield, VA06.2015
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Physical and Patient Assessments
- Clinical Documentation and Medical Record Management
- Vital signs
- Immunization and Medication Administration
- Catheter Care
- Breathing Treatments
- Specimen Collection
- Infection Control
- Patient triaging
- Clinical judgment
- Highly Organized
- Attention to Detail
- Responsible and Dependable
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Compassionate Care
- Patient support
- Patient Education and Family Communication
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse, Floor Nurse
ALL Pediatrics
03.2017 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, Floor Nurse
Capital Area Pediatrics
06.2015 - 03.2017
CPR And AED Certification 9/2023- Current
LPN/LVN - Nursing
Fairfax County School of Nursing
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