Marissa Medina
Waynesville,NC
Summary
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mission Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Smoky Mountain Health And Rehabilitation Center
07.2022 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Certified Surgical Technician
Mission Hospital
07.2018 - 05.2022
- Assisted in complex surgeries through effective communication and collaboration with the surgical team.
- Supported successful surgeries by anticipating surgeon needs and providing necessary assistance during procedures.
- Ensured smooth operation of surgical equipment through routine inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting as necessary.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Haywood Community College
Clyde, NC05-2022
Surgical Technology -
AB Technical Community College
Asheville, NC05-2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Mobility assistance
- Long-term care
- Administering immunizations
- EMR / EHR
- Insulin medication assistance
- Maintaining privacy
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Patient discharge
- Patient evaluation
- Physical assessments
- Patient assessment
- Wound care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mission Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Smoky Mountain Health And Rehabilitation Center
07.2022 - Current
Certified Surgical Technician
Mission Hospital
07.2018 - 05.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Haywood Community College
Surgical Technology -
AB Technical Community College
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