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Marina Trago

York,PA

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wound Care Nurse

Penn State Health
Mechanicsburg, PA
01.2025 - Current
  • Utilized specialized equipment such as negative pressure therapy systems, for optimal wound healing outcomes.
  • Assessed and monitored patient's wound healing progress.
  • Reviewed medical charts for accuracy and completeness regarding current wound status and interventions performed.
  • Provided education to patients and families on wound care management techniques.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of treatment plans for wounds.
  • Performed routine skin assessments to identify potential problems or complications with wounds.
  • Conducted wound care treatments such as, dressing changes, irrigation and application of topical medications.
  • Instructed nursing staff on proper documentation related to wound care treatments.
  • Developed individualized patient-care plans based upon assessment findings.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of infection control policies when providing direct patient care.

RN Home Health Traveler

Penn Medicine Home Health
Lancaster, PA
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.

RN Supervisor

Emerald Rehab and Nursing (FT 40hrs/wk)
Elizabethtown, PA
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Provided clinical leadership and direction for nursing staff, ensuring that all tasks were completed in accordance with accepted standards of care.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with patients and families, addressed concerns or complaints, monitored patient satisfaction survey data and maintained confidentiality of patient information.
  • Reviewed and completed admission and discharge assessments.
  • Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload into consideration.

WellSpan

WOUND OSTOMY CONTINENCE NURSE, VNA (FT 40hrs/wk)
York, Pennsylvania
07.2014 - 08.2023
  • Performed wound/ostomy consults and made appropriate recommendations to physician
  • Educate patient and care givers on wound and/or ostomy management
  • Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training
  • Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress
  • Coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.

Home Health RN Case Manager

Lutheran home care (FT 40hrs/wk)
York, PA
04.2008 - 06.2014
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Provided comprehensive nursing care for patients in their homes.

RN Staff Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse

Memorial Hospital West (PT 24hrs/wk)
York, PA
01.2007 - 05.2012
  • Facilitated patient admission, transfer and discharge processes.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
  • Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Education

Wound Ostomy Continence -

Wicks Educational
Mechanicsburg, PA
04.2009

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S - NURSING

York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA
12.2006

Skills

  • Supervision and leadership
  • Team management
  • Training and development
  • Problem resolution
  • Conflict management
  • Critical thinking
  • Active listening
  • Reliability and trustworthiness
  • Positive attitude
  • Resource monitoring
  • Wound assessment
  • Negative pressure therapy
  • Patient education
  • Treatment planning
  • Clinical collaboration
  • Patient care management
  • Documentation compliance

References

References available upon request

Certification

CWCN certified wound care nurse resent recertification 3/2024

BSN 2007

Timeline

Wound Care Nurse

Penn State Health
01.2025 - Current

RN Home Health Traveler

Penn Medicine Home Health
07.2024 - 12.2024

RN Supervisor

Emerald Rehab and Nursing (FT 40hrs/wk)
09.2023 - 06.2024

WellSpan

WOUND OSTOMY CONTINENCE NURSE, VNA (FT 40hrs/wk)
07.2014 - 08.2023

Home Health RN Case Manager

Lutheran home care (FT 40hrs/wk)
04.2008 - 06.2014

RN Staff Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse

Memorial Hospital West (PT 24hrs/wk)
01.2007 - 05.2012

Wound Ostomy Continence -

Wicks Educational

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S - NURSING

York College of Pennsylvania

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