Marilynn VanDerTulip
Vernon,NJ
Summary
Experienced and dedicated labor and delivery nurse with a proven ability to deliver exceptional, safe, and patient-centered care in fast-paced, high-acuity environments. Skilled in clinical assessment, fetal monitoring, emergency response, and guiding mothers and families through all stages of childbirth. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, impactful leadership, calm, reliable performance under pressure, and the ability to collaborate seamlessly with interdisciplinary teams. Committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and achieving optimal outcomes for diverse patient populations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Pascack Valley Medical Center
12.2023 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care throughout labor, delivery, and postpartum while communicating changes in condition promptly to physicians to ensuring safety and improving outcomes for patients including those with complex conditions.
- Performed IV placement, venipuncture, medication administration, thorough patient assessments, management of epidural analgesia infusions, and monitoring fetal heart tracings, maternal vital signs, and potential adverse reactions. communicated changes in condition promptly to physicians.
- Experienced in responding rapidly and effectively managing emergencies including pre-eclampsia, fetal distress, postpartum hemorrhage, seizures, and precipitous deliveries.
- Triaged and admitted patients based on acuity, coordinating care for both low and high-risk pregnancies, anticipating complications early and initiating timely interventions.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, prioritizing workload and ensuring continuity across the unit.
- Assisted physicians during vaginal deliveries, surgical procedures, and both planned and emergency C-sections, anticipating needs and supporting immediate newborn stabilization.
- Provided compassionate emotional and educational support to mothers and families during labor, delivery, transitions and challenging or high-risk situations promoting patient autonomy and shared decision-making.
- Promoted a culture of safety by participating in quality improvement initiatives, adhering to best practices in care delivery and enhancing therapeutic communication to maintain patient welfare and management amid difficult situations.
- Continuously advancing clinical knowledge through ongoing professional development and implementation of updated best practices.
Registered Nurse- Emergency Department
Saint Clare’s Hospital
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care while fostering a supportive and healing environment for patients and families. Ensured a positive patient experience through consistent rounding, teamwork, communication, and professionalism. Triaged patients using rapid assessments during acute illness and trauma, prioritizing care based on acuity and clinical presentation. Executed prompt life-saving interventions and adherence to emergency protocols for strokes, STEMIs, overdoses, seizures, and cardiac arrest. Skilled in venipuncture, IV placement and maintenance, medication administration, treatment management, and meticulous charting using Epic system to support efficient clinical workflows and safe patient care.
Emergency Department Technician
Saint Clare’s Hospital
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided high-quality patient support in emergency and clinical settings by assisting nurses and physicians with a wide range of tasks. Supported procedures by preparing and supplying necessary equipment, assisting physicians as necessary, monitoring vital signs, collecting specimens, and caring for wounds. Assisted in fitting patients with casts, crutches, and mobility aids while prioritizing care based on patient symptoms and clinician instructions. Initiated life saving interventions within scope during critical events and maintained well-stocked patient care areas to ensure efficient workflow.
Administrative Specialist
Emergency Associates of Saint Clare’s
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Oversaw critical administrative and operational workflows to support executive leadership and maintain organizational efficiency. Strategically coordinated schedules, travel, meetings, and resource allocation while proactively resolving conflicts and ensuring timely preparation for all engagements. Acted on behalf of senior leaders to drive project execution, aligning deliverables with timelines and budgetary expectations. Strengthened HR operations by accurately recording personnel actions, maintaining compliant employee documentation, and completing essential reporting requirements. Collaborated across departments to advance organizational goals, prepared detailed financial reconciliations, and supported audit readiness through precise documentation and adherence to compliance standards.
Director of Finance and Operations (Multi-Site)
The Learning Experience
07.2012 - 01.2021
- Dynamic and results-driven operational leader with a proven track record of directing multi-site teams of over 150 staff members, optimizing workflows, and guiding organizations toward sustained growth and operational excellence. Skilled in translating strategic objectives into actionable plans that drive efficiency, profitability, and consistent service quality. Recognized for the ability to build strong, collaborative teams and foster a positive, high-performance culture through mentorship, coaching, and clear communication.
- Adept in financial management, including budgeting, reporting, internal controls, payroll oversight, and cash flow optimization. Exceptional at balancing strategic vision with hands-on operational leadership, ensuring effective resource allocation, compliance with standards, and alignment with business goals. Known for proactively identifying risks, resolving challenges, and initiating process improvements that reduce costs, enhance productivity, and strengthen organizational stability.
- Highly experienced in cross-functional collaboration, building strong partnerships with executives, vendors, and clients. Committed to integrity, accountability, and operational discipline while promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Demonstrates strong decision-making, conflict resolution, and change management skills, with the capacity to adapt quickly in dynamic environments.
Education
Associate in Applied Science Nursing Degree -
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, New Jersey12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, OH01-2026
Skills
- Adaptability, flexibility, and self-motivated
- Strong Clinical leadership and judgment
- Effective communication, task prioritization, critical thinking, creative problem solving, and attention to detail
- Antepartum, Intrapartum, and Postpartum care
- Breastfeeding support
- Obstetric emergency response
- Well-versed in team hiring, training, scheduling, management, and evaluating performance
- Quality improvement, policy and procedure development, and resource allocation
Certification
- Multi-State Registered Nurse License- 26NR24908900
- BLS (AHA)
- ACLS (AHA)
- NRP
- S.T.A.B.L.E
- Intermediate EFM
- Basic Arrhythmia/EKG
- IV Certification
- RNC-OB (pending)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Pascack Valley Medical Center
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse- Emergency Department
Saint Clare’s Hospital
01.2023 - 12.2023
Emergency Department Technician
Saint Clare’s Hospital
10.2021 - 01.2023
Administrative Specialist
Emergency Associates of Saint Clare’s
02.2021 - 10.2021
Director of Finance and Operations (Multi-Site)
The Learning Experience
07.2012 - 01.2021
Associate in Applied Science Nursing Degree -
Passaic County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Ohio State University