Marlene Long
Registered Nurse
Saint Marys,OH
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient well-being and safety, my tenure at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital honed my skills in critical care and compassionate patient interaction. Leveraging expertise in health promotion and medical recordkeeping, I've significantly improved recovery outcomes and streamlined processes, embodying a proactive approach to occupational health and patient advocacy. 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.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Nurse
Loc Perfomance/Continental//Veyence/Goodyear
08.2006 - 07.2024
- Provided essential support during critical incidents, coordinating emergency medical assistance when necessary.
- Developed effective return-to-work plans for injured employees, promoting a smooth transition back into the workforce while prioritizing their continued recovery.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices in occupational health nursing through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Conducted periodic wellness screenings for early detection of potential health issues, enabling timely intervention and treatment when needed.
- Streamlined medical documentation processes, leading to more efficient and accurate record-keeping for the entire facility.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with OSHA standards by conducting thorough workplace inspections and addressing identified hazards promptly.
- Assisted workers in understanding their benefits packages, ensuring they were well-informed about available healthcare resources and options.
- Provided compassionate care for employees experiencing personal or family health issues, offering guidance on available support resources as needed.
- Collaborated with management to create targeted wellness initiatives, resulting in improved employee well-being and reduced absenteeism.
- Reduced workplace injuries by developing and implementing comprehensive safety training programs for all staff members.
- Promoted a healthy work environment by initiating ergonomic assessments and recommending necessary adjustments to workstations.
- Enhanced employee health by conducting regular on-site health assessments and providing personalized recommendations.
- Educated employees on disease prevention strategies through engaging workshops, reducing instances of illness-related absences.
- Improved plant-wide emergency response capabilities by designing and coordinating mock drills and simulations.
- Served as an advocate for worker's compensation cases, helping employees navigate complex claims processes effectively while safeguarding their rights.
- Coordinated vaccination programs for the plant workforce, contributing to a healthier and more resilient employee population.
- Established strong relationships with local healthcare providers to streamline referrals for specialized treatments when necessary.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Joint Township District Memorial Hospital
04.2000 - 04.2021
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Office Registered Nurse
Southland Family Medical Associates
10.1981 - 09.2008
- Facilitated continuity of care by communicating effectively with primary care physicians, specialists, and other healthcare providers regarding patient progress and needs.
- Ensured safety in the workplace by strictly adhering to infection control practices, implementing proper waste disposal procedures, and maintaining a clean environment for patients and staff members.
- Collaborated effectively with administrative staff members to streamline paperwork processing for increased accuracy in billing systems.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives such as identifying areas for potential improvement or developing new office protocols that enhance overall efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Registered Nurse
Valley Nursing Home
07.1980 - 11.1984
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Registered Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Community Hospital School of Nursing
Springfie;d, Ohio06.1980
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Occupational health
- Health Promotion
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Compassion and Empathy
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Relationship Building
- Patient Monitoring
- Team Coordination
- Wound Care
- Physical assessments
- IV setup
- Patient Assessments
- Intravenous therapy
- Licensed RN
- Emotional awareness
- Medication Administration
- Nursing staff leadership
- Telemetry monitoring
- Taking vitals
- ADL Assistance
- Maintaining privacy
- Care Plan Development
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Vaccine administration
Timeline
Plant Nurse
Loc Perfomance/Continental//Veyence/Goodyear
08.2006 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Joint Township District Memorial Hospital
04.2000 - 04.2021
Office Registered Nurse
Southland Family Medical Associates
10.1981 - 09.2008
Registered Nurse
Valley Nursing Home
07.1980 - 11.1984
Registered Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Community Hospital School of Nursing
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