MARLYN DIAMZON
Homer Glen,IL
Summary
Caring, dedicated, hardworking Registered Nurse with almost a year experience in Home therapy Peritoneal dialysis RN, over 8 years experience working in post - acute care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation facility and 8 years of clinical experience in tertiary hospitals. An organized, service-oriented, able to strategize and prioritize effectively to accomplish multi tasks and stay calm under pressure. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Therapy RN
Fresenius Medical Care North America
Oak Forest, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Assesses and prepares patients for admission, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Educates patients referred by Doctors about the different dialysis modalities.
- Prepares patient and care partner/family member for the PD training.
- Educates patients and/or care partner/family on how to perform peritoneal dialysis at home for themselves/patients.
- Monitors and manages various treatment and care interventions.
- Collects lab specimens and relay lab results to MD and Dietitian.
- Coordinates with the Home therapy team regarding patients' progress.
- Records patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administers medications, tracks dosages/treatments, PD prescription, reviews/updates medication lists and documents patient conditions.
- Maintains thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocates for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Oversees patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Creates, implements and evaluates patient care plans with medical team.
- Provides patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Adheres to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Monitors patients, answers clinical questions and provides home care strategies.
- Assesses patient needs, prioritizes treatment, maintains patient flows and assists physicians during monthly clinics.
RN Nurse Supervisor / Preceptor
ManorCare Health Service - Palos Heights West
Palos Heights, IL
4 2014 - 03.2022
- Performs all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
- Administers medications and treatments as
prescribed by Physicians / Nurse Practitioner. - Contacts families or relatives if patient has needs.
- Maintains accurate inventory of narcotics and other drugs.
- Keeps clinical charts and reports daily on the condition of patients.
- Plans and coordinates patients' plan of care.
- Accurately documents all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Evaluates patient care needs, prioritizes treatment and maintains patient flow.
- Provides quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.
- Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
- As a nurse preceptor: Provides valuable teaching, coaching and learning experiences to role-model safe patient care using evidence-based practice to newly-hired LPNs and RNs.
- Provided compassionate patient care for required caseload.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
De Ocampo Memorial College
Sta. Mesa, Manila, Philippines03.1997
Skills
- post-acute and rehabilitative care
- Medical clinical procedures comprehension
- Cardiac, Diabetes, Renal, Ortho, Geriatric and Stroke Patient Care
- Strong work ethic
- Wound cleaning/care expertise
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Patient education and counseling
- Familiarity with peritoneal dialysis, LVAD (left ventricular access device), tracheostomy and PEG/G-tube care
- Patient monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Blood draws
- Follow-up calls
- Staff Development and Precepting
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Lucena City, Philippines
- Date of Birth: 24th of September, 1976
- Sex: Female
- Status: Widowed with 3 children (ages 21, 16, and 10)
Timeline
Home Therapy RN
Fresenius Medical Care North America
01.2022 - Current
RN Nurse Supervisor / Preceptor
ManorCare Health Service - Palos Heights West
4 2014 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
De Ocampo Memorial College