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Marla Sellers

Wilmer,AL

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Springhill Memorial Hospital, excelling in cardiac care and patient education. Proven ability to administer medications and IVs effectively while advocating for patients' needs. Strong clinical judgment and dedication to enhancing patient outcomes through comprehensive assessments and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Saad Hospice
Mobile, AL
03.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders to ensure patient comfort and safety.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress in electronic health records for accurate care tracking.
  • Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management and end-of-life care options, enhancing understanding of hospice services.

Registered Nurse

Springhill Memorial Hospital
Mobile, AL
06.2023 - 01.2025

Managed comprehensive care for patients with heart conditions, including chest pain and post-operative recovery from open heart surgery.

Achieved timely administration of medications and cardiac drips, enhancing patient recovery. Initiated IVs to support effective treatment protocols.

Assessed and documented vital signs and recovery progress for patients following catheterization procedures.

Assessed and implemented individualized care plans for patients suffering from congestive heart failure, ensuring optimal health outcomes.

Analyzed EKG results to identify abnormalities and assist healthcare providers in patient management.

Registered Nurse

Infirmary Home Care
Mobile, AL
11.2021 - 06.2023
  • Facilitated patient recovery through effective education on wound care and central line management in home settings.
  • Engaged with team members to ensure alignment on project goals and objectives.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

UNIVERSITY OF MOBILE
Mobile, AL
05-2002

Certificate - Emergency Medical Services (EMT-Intermediate)

Bishop State Community College
Mobile, AL
05-1997

Certificate - Emergency Medical Services (Basic EMT)

University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
12-1992

High School Diploma - Business Occupation

Citonelle High School
Citronelle, AL
05-1988

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Clinical judgment
  • Infection control measures
  • Wound care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient monitoring
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Physical assessments
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Family education
  • Licensed RN
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Taking vitals
  • Medication distribution
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Precepting
  • Patient discharge
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Team coordination
  • EMR systems
  • Performing ekgs
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Emergency response
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Vaccine administration
  • Chart updating
  • EMR / EHR
  • Chest pain management
  • Cardiac care
  • Hospice and palliative care

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Saad Hospice
03.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

Springhill Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - 01.2025

Registered Nurse

Infirmary Home Care
11.2021 - 06.2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

UNIVERSITY OF MOBILE

Certificate - Emergency Medical Services (EMT-Intermediate)

Bishop State Community College

Certificate - Emergency Medical Services (Basic EMT)

University of South Alabama

High School Diploma - Business Occupation

Citonelle High School