Marsha Molinaro
Washington,PA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with ICU background. Possess essential skills in patient care, emergency response, medical teamwork and critical care nursing. Known for strong decision-making abilities, adaptability to high-stress environments and commitment to maintaining highest level of patient safety. Previous roles highlight effective communication with patients, families and medical staff along with outstanding contribution to quality healthcare delivery.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Canonsburg Hospital
Canonsburg, PA
12.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted with intubations, chest tube insertions, central line placements, and arterial line placements.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
- Trained new nursing staff and students, sharing knowledge and best practices in critical care nursing.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Registered Nurse
Advanced Orthopedic Hospital
Washington, PA
12.2018 - 12.2024
- Provided patient care and education to patients with joint replacements.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Washington Health System
Washington, PA
10.2003 - 12.2018
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives that focused on enhancing quality of services rendered by the Medical-Surgical Unit.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Washington Hospital School of Nursing
Washington, PA12-2003
Skills
- Ventilator management
- Compassionate Care
- Quality Improvement
- Family Support
- Resource Utilization
- Medical Device Monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Canonsburg Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Advanced Orthopedic Hospital
12.2018 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Washington Health System
10.2003 - 12.2018
Diploma - Nursing
Washington Hospital School of Nursing
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