Marlon Abarquez
Texas City,TX
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional with an RN License in Michigan, Texas, California, Guam and Arizona, with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, trained in monitoring and caring for patients with diverse needs with work experience in LTAC, Rehab, MedSurg, Neuro-Tele, MedSurg Tele and PCU. Currently working as an Oncology Infusion registered Nurse, with an OCN Certification. Proficient with updating charts utilizing the following EMR systems: Epic, Cerner, Allscripts and Point Click Care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to chemotherapy administration protocols and monitoring guidelines.
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize the risk of complications among immunocompromised patients receiving chemotherapy infusions.
- Advocated for patient preferences and goals of care during interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring that their voices were heard in the decision-making process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Evaluated patients'' responses to treatments and adjusted nursing interventions accordingly, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest advancements in oncology nursing practice.
- Participated in unit based committees, promoting unity and boosting employee morale, participated and assumed the role as a magnet ambassador for magnet accreditation. Super user of Tollos machine, guiding fellow employees how to use the lift safely and effectively.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Acted as a liaison between patients and their support networks by providing timely updates on treatment progress and addressing concerns or questions that arose during the treatment journey.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
UTMB Galveston
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Administered diagnostic angiograms, injecting intravenous dye for x-ray examination and using catheters to introduce tools needed for medical treatments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Treated plaque buildup within arteries with angioplasty balloon procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Agency RN
University of Texas Medical Branch
08.2019 - 04.2023
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team with abilities in assessment, planning, and implementation of healthcare goals
- Performs as Charge Nurse, and assisted staff members with clinical questions and concerns as knowledgeable resource and kept unit operating efficiently by delegating assignments and monitoring staff performance against objectives
- Managed patient admitting, transfers, and discharges for Internal Medicine unit
- Contributed to team efficiency, optimal patient flow, and accuracy in treatments by maintaining accurate and detailed reports and records and was named Employee of Quarter for Oct to Dec 2020
- Supported post-surgical patient needs, encouraging ambulation, monitoring catheters, and handling difficult personal hygiene tasks
- Managed direct care of patients with diverse medical conditions, including conducting assessments, tracking progress, and documenting care activities
- Helped treat patients' conditions and alleviate symptoms by administering oral, IV, and intramuscular medications.
Travel RN, MedSurg - Tele
Natividad Medical Center
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Educated patients and families about medications, treatments and lifestyle changes to better understand and manage condition.
Travel Nurse - MedSurg,
Guam Regional Medical City
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Developed and executed care plans for assigned patients.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
- Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
- Furnished emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to establish compassionate environment.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs.
Travel Nurse
Neuro - Tele, Chandler Regional Medical Center
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Delivered outstanding care to patients s/p laminectomy and managed care from treatment initiation, monitoring drain output and following post op orders
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans, modifying to ensure patient safety and satisfaction
- Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs and evaluating patient readiness for discharge
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments and keeping close monitoring to patients on telemetry
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Travel Nurse
MedSurg Tele, Hendrick Medical Center
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Performs assessment, evaluation and individualized care of patients requiring constant cardiac monitoring focusing on specific needs on on a busy Med Tele unit
- Responsible for admission, care, treatment and discharge of patients brought to the telemetry unit with diverse health histories
- Provided care in telemetry units and float nurse duties in the Med/Surg unit
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
Registered Nurse
Cardiac StepDown, St John Macomb-Oakland Hospital
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Experienced with cardiac telemetry and reporting changes in patient heart rhythm
- Perform EKGs and address changes in telemetry
- Knowledgeable with starting IVs and Venipuncture
- Perform initial and ongoing assessments on patients on the floor, reviewing and reporting critical changes in condition and reporting critical values to physician
- Administration of ordered and prn medications and prepares patients for radiologic examinations
- Perform as charge nurse, delegating and supervising specific tasks that to nurses, nursing assistants on the floor
- Worked closely with physicians, surgeons, and nursing staff to deliver top-notch care in the Step Down unit
- Helped patients feel comfortable and at ease with treatments and care using culturally- appropriate strategies
- Stabilized patients experiencing emergency complications and decompensations by administering advanced life support.
Registered Nurse
Heartland Health Care Center
05.2011 - 10.2012
- Provides nursing care to patients, observing necessary precautions
- Supported patients' feeding needs through assistive feeding and effective management of gastric tubes
- Knowledgeable with IV Therapy, Venipuncture, TPN's and Wound Vacs
- Adapted care plans based on changing patient conditions and laboratory test results
- Contributed to team efficiency, optimal patient flow, and accuracy in treatments by maintaining accurate and detailed reports and records
- Controlled infection risks with careful care of wounds and thorough sanitizing techniques
- Administered medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects to quickly intervene in serious issues
- Educated patients on preventive care and lifestyle choices to reduce symptoms of conditions such as diabetes and asthma.
RN Case Manager / Quality Assurance Officer
Home Care of America
04.2009 - 08.2011
- Monitors and evaluates various aspects in the delivery of nursing care making sure that nurse's documentation of patient care is accurate and in accordance to the patient's Plan of Care
- Protected patients through careful monitoring and consistent use of aseptic techniques
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with various acute and chronic concerns
- Improved recovery by educating patients and caregivers on proper at-home care and treatment regimens
- Helped treat patients' conditions and alleviate symptoms by administering oral, IV, and intramuscular medications
- Cared for patients' wounds and promoted recovery by dressing, cleaning, and redressing areas
- Educated patients on preventive care and lifestyle choices to reduce symptoms of conditions such as diabetes and asthma
- Supported patients' feeding needs through assistive feeding and effective management of gastric tubes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Bohol
Bohol, Philippines03-2009
Certification
OCN
BLS Certified
NIHHS Certified
Timeline
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2024 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
UTMB Galveston
03.2023 - 01.2024
Travel RN, MedSurg - Tele
Natividad Medical Center
11.2022 - 02.2023
Travel Nurse - MedSurg,
Guam Regional Medical City
06.2022 - 09.2022
Travel Nurse
Neuro - Tele, Chandler Regional Medical Center
07.2021 - 04.2022
Travel Nurse
MedSurg Tele, Hendrick Medical Center
03.2021 - 06.2021
Agency RN
University of Texas Medical Branch
08.2019 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Cardiac StepDown, St John Macomb-Oakland Hospital
10.2012 - 05.2014
Registered Nurse
Heartland Health Care Center
05.2011 - 10.2012
RN Case Manager / Quality Assurance Officer
Home Care of America
04.2009 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Bohol
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