Marilyn Natale
Celina,USA
Summary
Registered Nurse with 18 years of extensive experience across multiple hospital departments, including emergency room and progressive care. Skilled in occupational health and safety, with a strong emphasis on communication and collaboration with medical personnel and human resources. Leadership experience as a charge nurse showcases capability in managing teams and improving clinical operations. Focused on delivering exceptional patient care and enhancing healthcare outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Navigator
Global Medical Response
Lewisville, TX
04.2025 - Current
- Streamlined delivery of healthcare services by assessing patient needs and coordinating referrals.
- Elevated patient outcomes through targeted education on treatment options and medication use.
- Cultivated trust with patients, leading to higher satisfaction through effective communication techniques.
- Enabled patients to manage health independently by providing education on self-care practices.
Emergency RN
Texoma Medical Center
Denison, TX
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Executed direct patient care per hospital guidelines in adult and emergency departments.
- Administered medications accurately, leading to decreased medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Improved patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and responsiveness to concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive care plans, yielding better health results.
- Teamed with physicians for swift patient evaluations and timely interventions in critical scenarios.
- Guided new nursing staff, contributing to a positive work atmosphere and higher retention rates.
- Provided crucial stabilization of patients while determining subsequent actions for optimal recovery.
Communications Operator
Global Medical Response
Lewisville, TX
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Engaged in ongoing training programs to enhance proficiency in industry best practices and regulations.
- Consistently exceeded performance benchmarks for call handling time, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing caller inquiries with empathy and professionalism.
PACU RN
Cook Children’s Surgery Center
Prosper, TX
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided post-anesthesia care to patients across orthopedics, ENT, eyes, GI, and pain management.
- Administered medications accurately, minimizing errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic responses.
- Improved patient outcomes by delivering high-quality nursing care and evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques to promote healthier lifestyles.
- Collaborated as an integral team member to ensure comprehensive patient safety.
PACU RN
Surgery Center of North Texas
Anna, TX
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Handled post-anesthesia care for patients of all ages in orthopedics, ENT, ocular procedures, GI, and pain management sectors.
- Educated families on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment choices, and lifestyle modifications.
- Ensured patient stabilization through direct care interventions while determining future course of action.
- Leveraged clinical expertise to advocate for patient needs and enforce treatment plans.
Pre-op Charge RN
Medical City Frisco Hospital
Frisco, TX
07.2019 - 04.2023
- Directed patient care, facilitating flow from pre-op to OR and Phase 2.
- Initiated enhanced surgical recovery process, increasing compliance from 20% to 85%.
- Trained new nurses on care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing assignments and monitored patient orders for optimal unit efficiency.
- Fostered interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication with physicians and support staff.
- Supervised daily scheduling and administration tasks for nursing operations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care delivery.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by sharing ideas in unit meetings.
Emergency Department-RN
Medical City Frisco Hospital
Frisco, TX
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Delivered direct patient care in alignment with hospital policies and adult care procedures.
- Assisted physicians with complex diagnostic procedures, including lumbar punctures and central line placements.
- Applied patient safety guidelines and nursing best practices based on current research.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patients' conditions in high-stress environments.
- Served as preceptor for new nursing staff, promoting professional growth and clinical skill enhancement.
- Responded swiftly to safety and security threats, implementing crisis prevention interventions.
- Maintained composure under pressure while delivering high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Emergency Department-RN
Medical City Dallas Hospital
Dallas, TX
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided direct patient care in emergency room while following hospital protocols and safety guidelines.
- Assisted physicians with complex procedures such as chest tube insertion and lumbar punctures.
- Consistently monitored vital signs, identifying status changes to ensure timely interventions.
- Developed initiatives with leadership to boost nursing morale and retention rates.
- Applied best nursing practices and research findings to improve patient care standards.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Led collaborative discussions with healthcare teams to streamline emergency care processes.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay updated on nursing practices.
Employee Health and Safety-RN
Medical City of Dallas Hospital
Dallas, TX
07.2013 - 10.2016
- Delivered comprehensive care to employees, physicians, volunteers, and ancillary staff. Executed intake processes for new hires by reviewing health records and ensuring OSHA compliance. Administered first aid to injured employees according to injury program standards. Conducted educational sessions for staff through direct communication and presentations. Planned and organized hospital health fairs alongside vaccination clinics for community engagement.
Cardiac Catheterization Lab-RN/Circulator/Pre-Op/Recovery Cardiac Cath Lab
Medical City of Dallas Hospital
Dallas, TX
01.2009 - 07.2013
- Delivered direct patient care in critical care procedural area, ensuring safety and monitoring hemodynamics.
- Administered conscious sedation while providing comprehensive patient education.
- Maintained accurate surgical documentation to enhance team communication and support quality assurance.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance by securely managing personal health information and upholding confidentiality standards.
- Minimized surgery delays by meticulously preparing equipment and supplies for each operation.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction scores through compassionate care during perioperative periods.
Progressive Care Unit/Telemetry-RN
Medical City of Dallas Hospital
Dallas, TX
06.2007 - 01.2009
- Oversaw comprehensive patient care in critical care environment.
- Directed charge nurse duties, managing a team of 7-10 staff members and ensuring efficient patient flow.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding telemetry procedures for improved understanding.
- Promoted collaboration by mentoring new telemetry RNs and contributing to staff development initiatives.
Assistant Manager
Thomas Pink Inc.
Dallas, TX
08.2002 - 06.2007
- Achieved daily and monthly sales goals through effective delegation of tasks and strategic scheduling.
- Supervised operations to meet performance, quality, and service standards.
- Maintained clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance customer experience.
- Fostered positive work environment by developing strong relationships with staff.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records to increase accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, improving overall satisfaction levels.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service initiatives.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding to ensure sufficient staffing levels.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
El Centro College
Dallas, TX05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Cameron University
Lawton, OK07.2000
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Patient education
- Patient confidentiality
- Clinical assessment
- Clinical expertise
- Quality improvement
- Multitasking and organization
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Conflict management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Registered Nurse in Texas
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
Timeline
Nurse Navigator
Global Medical Response
04.2025 - Current
Emergency RN
Texoma Medical Center
06.2024 - 04.2025
Communications Operator
Global Medical Response
03.2024 - 06.2024
PACU RN
Cook Children’s Surgery Center
07.2023 - 01.2024
PACU RN
Surgery Center of North Texas
04.2023 - 07.2023
Pre-op Charge RN
Medical City Frisco Hospital
07.2019 - 04.2023
Emergency Department-RN
Medical City Frisco Hospital
07.2017 - 07.2019
Emergency Department-RN
Medical City Dallas Hospital
10.2016 - 07.2017
Employee Health and Safety-RN
Medical City of Dallas Hospital
07.2013 - 10.2016
Cardiac Catheterization Lab-RN/Circulator/Pre-Op/Recovery Cardiac Cath Lab
Medical City of Dallas Hospital
01.2009 - 07.2013
Progressive Care Unit/Telemetry-RN
Medical City of Dallas Hospital
06.2007 - 01.2009
Assistant Manager
Thomas Pink Inc.
08.2002 - 06.2007
Associate Degree - Nursing
El Centro College
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Cameron University