Marilia Simas Whyte
Bristol
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at Butler Hospital, adept in compassionate care. Leveraged clinical judgment and excellent communication to enhance patient outcomes. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and emergency diagnostics, fostering teamwork and critical thinking for improved healthcare delivery.
Professional healthcare provider with significant experience in inpatient care and patient management. Skilled in administering medication, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Known for adaptability, reliability, and strong focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes. Proficient in electronic medical records, patient education, and crisis management.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
Butler Hospital
03.2010 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes using sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times, creating a compassionate care environment.
- Educated patients and families about health conditions and care procedures, fostering understanding and compliance.
- Administered medications and treatments with precision, adhering to established protocols for safety.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better self management.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
- Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
RN Case Manager
East Bay Center
10.2005 - 03.2010
- Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations, developing individualized care plans tailored to specific health challenges.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Promoted adherence to treatment plans by conducting regular follow-up visits and providing ongoing support to patients.
- Navigated regulatory requirements effectively, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers for enhanced patient care, ensuring all treatments aligned with prescribed care plans.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care, fostering collaborative approach to healthcare.
RN Consultant/RN Case Manager
James L Maher Center
09.2002 - 10.2005
- Enhanced patient care by providing expert advice and recommendations on nursing practices and policies.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient health status by gathering pertinent information from various sources including medical records, laboratory results, diagnostic imaging reports, and direct observations.
- Strengthened interdisciplinary collaboration within the healthcare team by fostering open lines of communication between departments.
- Developed customized education materials for patients, caregivers, and families to facilitate understanding of medical conditions and treatment options.
- Provided support during crisis situations by utilizing expert knowledge of emergency response procedures, mobilizing resources quickly, and coordinating effective interventions for patients at risk.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records, medication administration, and safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.
- Inventoried medications, supplies and equipment and distributed stock to patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- 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.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations, developing individualized care plans tailored to specific health challenges.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
RN
Hattie Ide Chaffee NH
04.2001 - 08.2002
- Monitored vital signs using advanced telemetry systems to ensure patient stability.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and families through difficult transitions.
- Provided patient education on managing health conditions and post-discharge care.
- Utilized infusion pumps to deliver medications and fluids to patients efficiently.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
CCRI
Lincoln06-1999
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessments
- Healthcare regulations
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
- Emergency diagnostics
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Compassionate and caring
- Problem-solving abilities
- Basic life support
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Direct patient care
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
Butler Hospital
03.2010 - Current
RN Case Manager
East Bay Center
10.2005 - 03.2010
RN Consultant/RN Case Manager
James L Maher Center
09.2002 - 10.2005
RN
Hattie Ide Chaffee NH
04.2001 - 08.2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
CCRI
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