Marilyn A. Miller
Sevierville,TN
Summary
Hardworking and compassionate nursing professional bringing a thirty-year record of success as a RN in varied settings. Effortlessly helps patients feel at home while coordinating successful care. Excellent people, organizational and multitasking skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Charge Nurse
LeConte Medical Center
Sevierville, TN
05.2015 - 12.2023
RN PACU
St. Vincent's Medical Center
Bridgeport, CT
05.2012 - 04.2015
- Monitored post-op vitals and reviewed orders to ensure timely interventions.
- Initiated PCA, fluids, blood products.
- Evaluated patient needs and prioritized treatments to optimize patient flow and recovery.
- Sound, ethical, independent decision making consistent with medical protocols.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications.
- Delivered tailored education to patients based on individual health needs and treatment plans, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Provided patients with detailed discharge instructions to ensure understanding of care requirements after hospital stay.
RN, Med-Surg Unit
St. Vincent's Medical Center
Bridgeport, CT
05.2004 - 05.2012
- Focused on patient-centered care while identifying and implementing process improvements in treatments.
- Demonstrated sound, ethical decision-making aligned with medical protocols to ensure patient safety and care quality.
- Accurately assessed and documented treatments, medications, care plans.
- Assigned floor duties based on patient needs and staffing levels to optimize care delivery.
- Provided individualized patient education.
- Maintained safety, respect and dignity of residents.
Director of Nursing
Hill Top Health Care
Ansonia, CT
06.2001 - 06.2004
- Executed recruitment strategies to secure skilled candidates for critical nursing positions.
- Oversaw staff education and training initiatives to ensure compliance and competency.
- Supervised practitioners and staff to enhance team cohesion and care quality.
- Managed employee review process and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards.
- Creating and improving protocols and guidelines.
- Monitored budget to ensure financial objectives were met.
RN Supervisor
Jewish Home Aged
New Haven, CT
10.1998 - 06.2001
- Supervised practitioners and staff, led recruitment and hiring efforts, managed employee performance review process to enhance team effectiveness.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Demonstrated ethical decision-making consistent with medical protocols in clinical settings.
- Built strong rapport with patients and colleagues through consistent, energetic interactions, fostering a supportive care environment.
RN Supervisor
River Glen Health Care
Southbury, CT
06.1998 - 06.2001
- Supervised practitioners and employees, led recruitment and hiring efforts, managed employee review process ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Coordinated doctors and registered nurses to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Instituted new processes and standards for patient care, contributing to the achievement of departmental goals and objectives.
- Demonstrated independent decision-making skills while adhering to medical protocols in clinical settings.
- Created and maintained staffing records, agency schedules, and facilitated staff meetings to enhance communication and operational efficiency.
RN, Unit Manager
Optimum Health Care
New Haven, CT
03.1994 - 08.1995
- Managed operations of forty-five bed medical unit, ensuring optimal patient flow and care delivery.
- Led team of medical personnel, enhancing quality of care through effective supervision and training.
- Assigned floor responsibilities based on patient needs and staffing levels.
- Tracked unit budget, aligning expenditures with financial objectives to maintain fiscal responsibility.
RN-Staff Development
Mediplex of Stamford
Stamford, CT
10.1995 - 03.1994
- Developed and implemented staff development program to enhance training for new facility staff.
- Developed and launched IV program to improve intravenous education and skills among nursing staff.
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
RN, Unit Manager
Gardner Heights
Shelton, CT
08.1995 - 03.1994
- Oversaw operations of forty-five bed geriatric-psychiatric unit, ensuring high quality patient care.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to maintain a restraint-free environment.
- Developed and implemented unit policies and procedures for operational efficiency.
- Coordinated staff schedules to maintain adequate nursing coverage at all times.
RN-Restorative Nurse, Admissions Coordinator
Mediplex of Southern CT
Stamford, CT
03.1994 - 03.1990
- Developed and implemented Restorative Nursing Program enhancing recovery for geriatric and TBI patients.
- Examined patient admissions to ensure proper placement in optimal care settings, improving patient outcomes.
RN - Unit Manager
Mediplex of Milford
Milford, CT
07.1990 - 03.1990
- Led medical personnel team to enhance patient care quality.
- Monitored unit budget to align with financial objectives.
- Administered Quality Assurance Program to maintain care standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
St Vincent's College Nursing
Bridgeport, CTSkills
- Patient assessment
- Administer medications
- Monitor IV fluids
- Wound care
- Ostomy Care
- Observe patients
- Patient Education
- ACLS
- Update electronic charts
- Clinical Leadership
Timeline
RN, Charge Nurse
LeConte Medical Center
05.2015 - 12.2023
RN PACU
St. Vincent's Medical Center
05.2012 - 04.2015
RN, Med-Surg Unit
St. Vincent's Medical Center
05.2004 - 05.2012
Director of Nursing
Hill Top Health Care
06.2001 - 06.2004
RN Supervisor
Jewish Home Aged
10.1998 - 06.2001
RN Supervisor
River Glen Health Care
06.1998 - 06.2001
RN-Staff Development
Mediplex of Stamford
10.1995 - 03.1994
RN, Unit Manager
Gardner Heights
08.1995 - 03.1994
RN, Unit Manager
Optimum Health Care
03.1994 - 08.1995
RN-Restorative Nurse, Admissions Coordinator
Mediplex of Southern CT
03.1994 - 03.1990
RN - Unit Manager
Mediplex of Milford
07.1990 - 03.1990
Associate of Science - Nursing
St Vincent's College Nursing