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Mary Righos

St. Augustine

Summary

Registered Nurse with extensive critical care experience at UF Flagler Hospital, specializing in patient assessment and advanced procedures such as intubation and central line placement. Demonstrated effectiveness in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve high-quality patient outcomes and maintain compliance with hospital standards. Dedicated to ongoing professional development in nursing practices.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Intensive Coronary Care Unit

UF Flagler Hospital
St. Augustine
06.2023 - Current
  • Provided post-operative care after major surgeries such as heart bypasses or organ transplants.
  • Performed bedside procedures, including intubation, central line placement, arterial lines, chest tubes and wound care.
  • Assessed and monitored vital signs of critically ill patients.
  • Successfully managed multiple tasks while maintaining focus on providing safe, high-quality patient care.
  • Developed effective communication strategies with fellow healthcare professionals regarding patient status updates.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to ICCU operations.
  • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities related to critical care nursing practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members in order to provide quality patient care.

Patient Care Technician

UF Flagler Hospital
St. Augustine
01.2020 - 06.2023
  • Observed changes in patients' conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
  • Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
  • Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
  • Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
  • Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.

Associate

Publix Deli
St. Augustine
09.2016 - 01.2020
  • Prepared all food orders according to customer specifications.
  • Adhered to health regulations regarding food handling and sanitation standards.
  • Worked collaboratively with other staff members to ensure efficient operation of the store operations during peak hours of business activity.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the deli area and equipment.

Home Health Aide

Bayada Home Health Care
Paoli
12.2014 - 06.2016
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.

Education

Associate - Nursing

Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia
01.2014

Skills

  • Critical care nursing
  • Patient assessment
  • Intubation procedures
  • Central line placement
  • Wound care management
  • Electronic health records

Certification

  • Board Examination
  • License, Registered Nurse, Florida Board of Nursing
  • Multi-state Compact license - Active

References

References on Request

Community Service

Global Volunteers, Volunteer Worker, 2014, Present, Volunteered on the Blackfoot Native American reservation in Montana. Educated students on hand washing, changing linens of occupied/unoccupied bed, proper body mechanics, helping patient ambulate from bed to chair and chair to bed, and Range-Of-Motion exercises in the CNA program at the local community college, educated children at a local camp on alcohol abuse, and provided post-surgery care for animal spay and neuter clinic.

Affiliations

  • Global Nursing Club 2012-2014
  • Student Nursing Club (Secretary) 2012-2014

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Intensive Coronary Care Unit

UF Flagler Hospital
06.2023 - Current

Patient Care Technician

UF Flagler Hospital
01.2020 - 06.2023

Associate

Publix Deli
09.2016 - 01.2020

Home Health Aide

Bayada Home Health Care
12.2014 - 06.2016

Associate - Nursing

Community College of Philadelphia

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