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Marissa Malaque

Marissa Malaque

Harlingen,TX

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Patient-oriented Nurse with 31 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Intensive care & Comprehensive Medical /Surgical unit specialty.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse ER/ICU Nurse

Doctor's Hospital Of Renaissance
04.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Home Health Registered Nurse

United Home Care Services
10.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing personalized and comprehensive care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and holistic care.
  • Administered medication safely and accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to physician orders.
  • Improved patient quality of life by delivering compassionate and empathetic support during home visits.

Wound Care Registered Nurse

Valley Baptist Medical Center
09.2016 - 04.2023
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive wound care plans.
  • Reduced wound healing time for patients through the use of advanced wound care techniques.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and treatment strategies.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care and education on wound management.

Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Valley Baptist Medical Center
12.2000 - 09.2016
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and updating ICU protocols.
  • Reduced patient complications through diligent monitoring and swift interventions during critical situations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in improved recovery outcomes.
  • Streamlined communication between healthcare providers and patients'' families, fostering trust and easing concerns during difficult times.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and implementing evidence-based nursing interventions.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions for medical intensive care unit patients by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive discharge plans.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Harlingen Medical Center
01.2005 - 09.2011
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Valley Baptist Medical Center
12.1998 - 12.1999
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.

Nursing Home Registered Nurse

Retama Manor Nursing Facility
08.1995 - 12.1998
  • Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through close monitoring of patients and timely intervention in case of complications.
  • Promoted a positive healing environment by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining open communication with patients and their families.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to physician orders.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lyceum Northwestern University
Philippines
03.1991

Skills

  • Wound Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Chart updating
  • Critical Care
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Cardiac Care
  • Diabetes management
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Home visits

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse (Philippines) 1991-1995
  • Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing School Certification - 1992
  • Licensed Registered Nurse (USA)1995-present
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support 7/18/23 - 7/18/2025
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support 3/1/2024 - 3/1/2026
  • BLS - Basic Life Support 3/20/23 - 3/31/2025
  • NIHSS Certification 8/22/2023 - 8/22/2024

Timeline

Registered Nurse ER/ICU Nurse

Doctor's Hospital Of Renaissance
04.2023 - Current

Home Health Registered Nurse

United Home Care Services
10.2021 - Current

Wound Care Registered Nurse

Valley Baptist Medical Center
09.2016 - 04.2023

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Harlingen Medical Center
01.2005 - 09.2011

Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Valley Baptist Medical Center
12.2000 - 09.2016

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Valley Baptist Medical Center
12.1998 - 12.1999

Nursing Home Registered Nurse

Retama Manor Nursing Facility
08.1995 - 12.1998

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lyceum Northwestern University
  • Licensed Registered Nurse (Philippines) 1991-1995
  • Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing School Certification - 1992
  • Licensed Registered Nurse (USA)1995-present
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support 7/18/23 - 7/18/2025
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support 3/1/2024 - 3/1/2026
  • BLS - Basic Life Support 3/20/23 - 3/31/2025
  • NIHSS Certification 8/22/2023 - 8/22/2024
Marissa Malaque