Marielice Sison
Registered Nurse
Nottingham,MD
Summary
Adept at acute medical-surgical care and rehabilitation care therapy with compassionate care, significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and outcomes during tenure at the University of Maryland Medical Center Downtown. Leveraging clinical judgment and advanced cardiovascular life support skills, help reduced readmissions clearly communicating discharge care and precepted student nurses also mentored new staff, embodying healthcare ethics and teamwork.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 17 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with progressive vascular surgery care and telemetry as well as rehabilitation care specialty.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Maryland Medical Center Downtown
05.2009 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Utilized EPIC and CERNER to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Registered Nurse, Part Time
Northwest Hospital Subacute Unit
01.2015 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
- Precepted and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Explained course of care and medication 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.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Coordinated care with the Rehabilitation team to ensure patient receives due care and treatments.
Registered Nurse, PRN
Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital
12.2012 - 12.2014
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Staff Registered Nurse
Alden Des PLaines Rehabilitation in Illinois
02.2007 - 03.2009
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
J.D. -
Bachelor of Law
University Of Negros Occidental Recolletos03-2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of St. La Salle
Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Philippines03-1992
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of St. La Salle
Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Philippines03-1987
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Healthcare ethics
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Documentation
- Patient care assessment
- Cardiac monitors
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient examination
- Student precepting
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Monitoring vital signs
- Advanced cardiovascular life support
- Procedure assistance
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Patient condition monitoring
- Infection control
- TPN , Lipids and PPN administration
- Enteral feeding through Kangaroo pimp , or Bolus
- Health teaching to patients and families involved in the care of the patient on discharge regarding diabetes care to administer short term and long term insulin sucutaneously
- Health teachings on care and management of anticoagulation medications and administration of Lovenox subcutaneously
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland - Current
- Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association [Issuing Organization] 2024 -2026
- Advance Cardiac Life Support from the American Heart Association 2023-2025
Affiliations
- Philippine Nurses Association Maryland, USA Chapter
References
Visitacion Calingacion
Senior Clinical II
Vascular Sugery Progressive Care Unit
University of Maryland Medical Center, 21201
443-220-2645
Carmela Sernicula
Outpatient Care Department
Baltimore VA Medical Center , 21201
443-703-9892
Roeul L. Cimafranca
Wound Care Nurse
Northwest Hospital
5401 OldCourt Rd, Randallstown, MD ,21133
410-970-4890
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Part Time
Northwest Hospital Subacute Unit
01.2015 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse, PRN
Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital
12.2012 - 12.2014
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Maryland Medical Center Downtown
05.2009 - Current
Staff Registered Nurse
Alden Des PLaines Rehabilitation in Illinois
02.2007 - 03.2009
J.D. -
Bachelor of Law
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of St. La Salle
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of St. La Salle
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