Marlyn Villalobos
Chicago Ridge,USA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nurse with experience worked PT/FT in various settings dealing with acute and chronic broad range of medical conditions including but not limited to post surgical rehab, mental health and memory care, private duty home health and long term skilled nursing care. Bringing forth clinical knowledge and holistic approach in assessing clients health, delivering plan of care and prescribed treatment from collaborative aspects for optimum health moving forward while ensuring clients receive the highest level of quality health care.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Independent Private Duty at Midlothian, Orland Prk
Chicago, Illinois
10.2016 - Current
- Monitored patients and assessed vital signs, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Collaboration and outpatient consults.
Registered Nurse
Christ Hospital
Oak Lawn, Illinois
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Flexible roles, overnight nurse with training in LVAD at Christ Hospital, central and peripheral IV lines, TPN, trach care maintenance, peritoneal dialysis exposure, wound care...
- Admitted and monitored critical patients with chest tubes post GSW and MVA.
- Responded to emergency situations with level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Acted as a patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Registered Nurse
Smith Living Organization
Chicago, Illinois
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Multiple nurse job responsibilities including supervisory, charge, admitting, preceptor, assistant to overall nursing care at Smith Crossing, Orland Park and skilled nurse at Smith Village of Chicago, Illinois.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with acute and chronic illnesses.
Registered Nurse
HCR ManorCare
Palos Heights, Illinois
11.2006 - 09.2016
- Senior night nurse, assisted with monthly quality assurance of PCC specific to audits of physicians orders , precepted new hire and new grad nurses
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
Registered Nurse
Lexington Health Care Center
Chicago Ridge, Illinois
06.1995 - 04.2011
- Worked PT/FT in Lexington of Streamwood, Orland Park and Chicago Ridge.
- Assisted in the transition of MDS to PPS, MDS data entry of the interdisciplinary team in transitioning to EMR, flexible with a crash course in MDS, and covered team members on leave, ensuring adequate knowledge of legal matters and their implications in nursing practice.
- Knowledgeable and willing, fast learner with experience in PCC, EPIC, Matrix, and Vision EMR.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total nursing care through team nursing process
Registered Nurse
Government Hospital
, Philippines
07.1993 - 09.1994
- Company Overview: Philippines private and public government hospitals
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered prudently prescribed treatment and medications to clients, monitoring and reevaluating responses, collaborating with the health team, and clinically documenting pertinent information.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Provided health education and emotional support counseling to patients and their families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Iligan Medical Center College
Iligan City, Philippines04.1991
High School Diploma -
Father Saturnino Urios University
Butuan City, Southern Philippines 03-1987
Skills
- Client-Centered Advocacy
- Assessment and Basic Procedures
- IV Medication administration and clinical documentation
- Med-Surg, memory care, acute rehab
- Interpersonal Communication and teamwork
Certification
- Illinois Registered RN licensed 041.288969
- BLS/American Health Academy CPR
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Christ Hospital
08.2023 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
Smith Living Organization
01.2020 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Independent Private Duty at Midlothian, Orland Prk
10.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
HCR ManorCare
11.2006 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse
Lexington Health Care Center
06.1995 - 04.2011
Registered Nurse
Government Hospital
07.1993 - 09.1994
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Iligan Medical Center College
High School Diploma -
Father Saturnino Urios University