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Marsha Worline

Scott

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience of over 19 years, skilled in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through strong clinical judgment and effective patient education. Adept at building relationships and advocating for families, ensuring holistic care tailored to individual needs.

Experienced healthcare professional prepared for responsibilities in clinical setting, specializing in patient care and dialysis treatment procedures. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving outcomes, consistently adaptable to evolving needs. Skilled in patient assessment, care planning, and administration of dialysis, with compassionate and reliable approach valued by employers.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Fresenius Medical Center
11.2019 - Current
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
  • Assessed patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs to provide holistic nursing care tailored to each individual''s requirements.
  • Organized and ran clinics to review patient treatment, administer tests and maintain adequacy of dialysis, general well-being and routine procedures.

NICU Registered Nurse

Cabell Huntington Hospital
10.2016 - 11.2019
  • Managed complex cases, addressing needs of premature infants requiring ventilator support, IV therapy, and total parenteral nutrition.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing exceptional care for critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU setting.
  • Assisted physicians with neonatal procedures such as intubation, umbilical line insertion, and lumbar puncture.
  • Promoted family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and educating them about their infant''s condition.
  • Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding in high-stress situations.
  • Served as a resource to fellow staff members, sharing knowledge of neonatal care best practices to facilitate continuous improvement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities using electronic health record systems while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for privacy protection.
  • Collaborated with case managers and social workers to develop comprehensive discharge plans for patients transitioning from NICU care to home or other facilities.

Registered Nurse, Mother Baby

Sparrow Hospital
06.2013 - 10.2016
  • Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
  • Prepared patients for discharge by providing thorough education on self-care, infant care, and follow-up appointments.
  • Provided culturally sensitive care by respecting diverse family values and traditions related to childbirth and the postpartum period.
  • Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medications, and potential complications during the postpartum period.
  • Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.

Registered Nurse

St Ritas Medical Center
01.2006 - 06.2013
  • Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.
  • Promoted breastfeeding success by offering lactation support and resources to new mothers.
  • Provided emotional support to patients experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, connecting them with appropriate mental health resources when necessary.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
  • Served as a liaison between patients'' families and healthcare providers to address concerns and ensure comprehensive support systems were in place.

Education

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Rhodes State Technical College
Lima, OH
12-2005

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient assessments
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Relationship building
  • Case management

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Fresenius Medical Center
11.2019 - Current

NICU Registered Nurse

Cabell Huntington Hospital
10.2016 - 11.2019

Registered Nurse, Mother Baby

Sparrow Hospital
06.2013 - 10.2016

Registered Nurse

St Ritas Medical Center
01.2006 - 06.2013

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Rhodes State Technical College