Mary Guy
Youngsville,USA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive ICU experience at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. Proven expertise in critical care management and regulatory compliance, delivering exceptional patient education and care coordination. Adept at utilizing EMR systems and fostering effective communication within multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Compassionate and dedicated to improving patient well-being.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center
Lafayette, LA
01.2024 - Current
- I am currently working as an RN in the ICU. I care for critically and chronically ill patients.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
LPN Floor Nurse
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
Lafayette, LA
09.2020 - 01.2024
- I was an LPN that floated on Med/Surg, Ortho/Neuro, Telemetry and PCU.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
Nurse
Advantage
Lafayette, LA
05.2005 - 07.2021
- I contracted myself out to different facilities for nursing work.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Community Health Systems
Lafayette, LA
09.2019 - 02.2020
- I was a private duty nurse with a pediatric patient. Vent. Trach. G-Button.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
LPN
Lafayette Physical Rehabilitation Hospital, LLC
Lafayette, LA
07.2015 - 01.2017
- I was providing care for the inpatient rehab population consistent with LPN practice. I also provide wound care proficient with LPN standards of practice.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
LPN
Complete Home Health Care
Lafayette, LA
02.2012 - 04.2012
- I did home centered skilled care, wound care and nutrition in home. I performed assessments and bedside nursing care.
LPN
La Extended Care Hospital
Lafayette, LA
06.2009 - 01.2012
- I performed a lot of in depth wound care. I also did assessments, IV therapy and medication passes.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Nurse
Nexion Health, Inc.
New Iberia, LA
01.2009 - 05.2009
- I was a medication nurse. I also performed wound care and skilled nursing assessments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Nurse
LHC Group
New Iberia, LA
07.2006 - 10.2008
- I did home visits and performed assessments, venipunctures, wound care and patient centered teaching.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Nurse
Dauterive
New Iberia, LA
09.2003 - 10.2008
- I began working the Surgical floor but soon I was trained in almost every area of the facility. I worked Medical, Post Partum, Peds, Rehab, ICU, ER, Nursery, OB/GYN.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.h
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA12.2023
Diploma - Practical
La Technical College-Teche Campus
New Iberia, LA08.2003
Skills
- Medical Office Experience
- Epic
- EMR Systems
- Home Health
- ICU Experience
- Med Surg
- Staff Nurse
- Acute Care
- IV Therapy Certified
- Interviewing
- Laboratory Experience
- Experience Administering Injections
- Critical Care Experience
- Travel nursing
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Care
- LPN
- Hospital Experience
- Triage
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
- Critical care management
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Regulatory compliance
- Wound care
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Care coordination
- Treatment planning
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Discharge coordination
- ADL assistance
- IV and venipuncture certified
- IV drug therapy management
- Appointment scheduling
- EMR / EHR
- Medication and IV administration
- Clinical judgment
- Data collection
- Medical evaluation
- Vaccine administration
- Compassion and empathy
- G-tube care
- Feeding assistance
- Ventilator support
- Feeding pumps
- Maintaining privacy
- Life-sustaining machines
Certification
- RN License
- AED Certification
- ACLS Certification, 2024-03-01, 2026-03-01
- BLS Certification
- CPR Certification
- LPN
Additional Information
Wound Care (5+ years), IV Certified (10+ years)
Nursing Licenses
- RN, 2027-01-01, LA
- PN, 2025-01-01, LA
Personal Information
- Title: New RN w/20 years LPN experience
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
LPN Floor Nurse
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
09.2020 - 01.2024
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Community Health Systems
09.2019 - 02.2020
LPN
Lafayette Physical Rehabilitation Hospital, LLC
07.2015 - 01.2017
LPN
Complete Home Health Care
02.2012 - 04.2012
LPN
La Extended Care Hospital
06.2009 - 01.2012
Nurse
Nexion Health, Inc.
01.2009 - 05.2009
Nurse
LHC Group
07.2006 - 10.2008
Nurse
Advantage
05.2005 - 07.2021
Nurse
Dauterive
09.2003 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nicholls State University
Diploma - Practical
La Technical College-Teche Campus
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