Marigold Mae Suico
Vallejo,CA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with over 20 years of extensive experience, specializing in procedural sedation and post-operative care in both ambulatory and inpatient settings. Expertise in conducting thorough patient assessments and administering moderate sedation while adhering to safety protocols. Proven track record of effectively educating patients on care processes and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery. Committed to leveraging nursing expertise to enhance patient outcomes in case management roles and improve chart documentation practices.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Procedural Sedation -Circulate, Sedate, Pre, Intra, Post
Kaiser Permanente
01.2007 - 01.2025
- Conducted comprehensive pre-procedural assessments for patients undergoing endoscopic GI procedures, pain management, eye surgery, liver, TEE and bronchoscopy and other procedures requiring sedation.
- Administered moderate sedation during procedures requiring IV sedation with strict adherence to safety protocols and patient care
- Monitored and assessed patients for anticipated and unanticipated responses to therapy
- Administered analgesic medications including reversal agents as needed
- Monitored airway patency and signs of airway obstructions throughout sedation
- Carefully managed vital signs, pain and potential complications during pre, intra and post-op sedation
- Educated patients regarding instructions, medications and follow-up care
- Collaborated with anesthesiologists, surgeons and other health care providers to streamline care process
- Delivered high quality care to critically ill “in-patients” undergoing procedures requiring moderate sedation
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations
PACU Staff Nurse
Sutter Health, Fort Sutter Ambulatory Surgery Center
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Provided immediate and ongoing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery
- Continuously monitored VS, level of consciousness and orientation, pain scale, ensuring patients are waking up safely from anesthesia
- Airway management - ensured airway is clear and patent and managed emergency respiratory distress
- Effectively managed side effects of anesthesia, such as nausea and vomiting, shivering and muscle aches
- Evaluated surgical sites for bleeding, signs of infections, and other complications
- Regulated IV fluid therapy as needed to maintain hydration and electrolyte balance
- Educated patients and families about post-operative care, including wound care, pain management, and activity restrictions
- Advocated for patients’ needs and ensured they received appropriate care
Charge Nurse/MDS Coordinator/Chart Review
Brookside Post- Acute and Rehab Center
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Review patient records to ensure accuracy, completeness, appropriateness of care related to diagnosis and compliance with healthcare standards using the MDS tool
- Work with interdisciplinary team to improve patient care and documentation practices
- Lead and participates in patient Plan of Care meetings
- Creates daily schedules, delegates tasks and supervises LVN’s and CNA’s
- Trained new nurses in the unit
- Ensured that safety and compliance to patient care is maintained in the unit
- Enforced protocols of infection control are followed in the unit
- Handled patient admission and discharges, ensuring a smooth transition for both the patient and the facility
- Oversee the ordering and distribution of medications and supplies ensuring the unit has adequate resources to provide quality care to patients
- Coordinated and effectively communicated with other health care professionals, including physicians, therapists and social workers to ensure coordinated care
Home Health Visiting Nurse
RTA HOME Health
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Provided skilled nursing care to patients in their homes
- Performed wound care and medication managements to homebound patients
- Assessed patient needs, developed care plans, and collaborated with physicians and other health care professionals to ensure patients receive the necessary care and support to maintain their health and independence at home
- Post- surgical care to patients recovering from surgery in home setting
- Helped patients with Activities of Daily Living as needed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
03.1992
Skills
- Excellent IV start skills
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- EPIC proficient
- Proficient in GI endoscopic interventions and minimally invasive procedures
Timeline
Procedural Sedation -Circulate, Sedate, Pre, Intra, Post
Kaiser Permanente
01.2007 - 01.2025
PACU Staff Nurse
Sutter Health, Fort Sutter Ambulatory Surgery Center
01.2002 - 01.2007
Charge Nurse/MDS Coordinator/Chart Review
Brookside Post- Acute and Rehab Center
01.1997 - 01.2002
Home Health Visiting Nurse
RTA HOME Health
01.1995 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
PROFESSIONAL CONTRIBUTION
- Community Teaching : Colorectal Cancer Education and Awareness, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
- Operation Access Volunteer : Bridging the Healthcare Gap, Kaiser Permanente, South San Francisco, CA
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
- Developed a standardized “Safety Assessment Tool” by means of a checklist for nurses to use in bronchoscopy and liver biopsy procedures.
- Training Initiative Success - trained RN’s, LVN’s and Surgical Techs in procedural sedation safety- increasing compliance rates in the department.
- Enhanced “Specimen Bottle Safety” - reduced specimen bottle errors and near misses by developing a new tracking record safety checklist.
- Developed a standardized pre-procedure protocol and discharge instructions for patients’ undergoing fecal microbiota transplantation.
- Clinical Ladder Committee Member