Maryana Restrepo
Summary
Experienced and compassionate U.S. Navy Veteran and Registered Nurse with over 8 years of acute and long-term care experience in diverse settings, including Med-Surg, Telemetry, ED Holds, PCU, Cardiac, LTAC, Post-ICU and Health Insurance Case Management. Skilled in patient assessment, care planning, and interdisciplinary coordination, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and evidence-based practice. Adaptable to fast-paced, high-acuity environments and float staffing models. Certified in Medical Spanish interpreter, BLS, ACLS, PCCN, and NIHSS. Proficient in Epic, Cerner, WellSky, and TrueCare. Dedicated to delivering high-quality care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Bassett Health Care/Prolink Staffing Agency
06.2025 - Current
- Float Med/Surg Tele nurse
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Home Infusion Nurse
Amerita Specialty Infusion Services
12.2024 - Current
- Educated patient, family or caretaker about post discharge care procedures to facilitate care continuum.
- Supported optimal vascular access device function by assessing patency regularly and troubleshooting issues promptly when identified.
- Ensured strict adherence to protocols for medication administration and documentation, reducing errors and enhancing overall quality of patient care.
- Administered IV fluids, and antibiotic medication through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer, or heart and kidney problems.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Travel PRN Registered Nurse
Morristown Medical Center/Gifted Staffing Agency
01.2023 - Current
- Float Med/Surg COVID Unit, Spine Surgery, Cardiac PCU unit and ED Overflow
- Delivered comprehensive care to patients in Med-Surg and ED Hold units, including those awaiting inpatient placement.
- Managed acute diagnoses such as CHF, pulmonary hypertension, and arrhythmias.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate safe transitions, and discharge planning while advocating for patient safety and wellness.
- Demonstrate a high level of clinical judgment while managing up to 6 critical care patients per shift with acute diagnosis including CHF, pulmonary hypertension, and rapid atrial fibrillation.
- Utilization of nursing process in the implementation of care plans for patients on various medical surgical units and ED holdings.
Travel Registered Nurse
Care Well Health/ 24/7 Nurses Staffing Agency
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Float Med/Surg, post op Spine Surgery, Voluntary Detox Unit Care
- Utilizing nursing process to implement care plans for med/surg, mental/behavioral health patients in a adult voluntary detox unit and post op surgical patient.
- Provide nursing care to patients with various behavioral/mental health and concurring medical conditions on a 20 bed detox voluntary unit.
- Comprehensive documentation of patient assessments and bar code medication administration utilizing Cerna software.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Managed patient's pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Case Manager Intern
Care One LTACH
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Interned with case managers and social workers in the LTACH.
- Organized community outreach programs to raise awareness about available support services.
- Implemented feedback system for clients to voice concerns and suggestions, fostering continuous improvement.
- Advocated for clients' needs during interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring comprehensive care.
- Improved client access to community resources through diligent research and network building.
- Identified community resources for clients, connecting them with essential services such as housing, healthcare, and employment opportunities.
- Assisted clients in navigating complexities of healthcare system, ensuring they receive appropriate care.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to align on treatment plans, improving client health outcomes.
- Managed a diverse caseload while maintaining organized records and effectively prioritizing tasks for optimal results.
- Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
Travel PRN Registered Nurse
CareOne LTACH/ 24/7 Nurses Staffing Agency
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Manage and assess tracheotomies, airways, and oxygenation needs of up to 4 vented patients per shift with critical and acute diagnosis including CVA, TIA, paralysis, CHF, pulmonary hypertension, and rapid atrial fibrillation.
- Educate and precept new nurses.
- Increased efficiency in medication administration including blood transfusions through meticulous attention to detail and thorough documentation.
- Demonstrated clinical competency in wound care, IV therapy, catheterization, and other essential nursing skills.
- Provide patient care education to patients and family on CFH management and lifestyle changes upon discharge.
Travel Registered Nurse
Straub Medical Center/ Prolink Staffing Agency
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Float Med-Surg Tele, PCU and ED Hold
- Provided safe, quality care for up to 4 patients with CHF, pulmonary hypertension, and rapid atrial fibrillation.
- Enhanced efficiency in emergency response procedures, contributing to hospital's ability to handle critical situations effectively.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Managed cardiac and pulmonary hypertension medications with competent critical judgment.
- Precept new RNs with accountability and clinical competence.
Travel Registered Nurse
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority/ NuWest Staffing
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Float Med/Surg COVID/respiratory, Diabetes and Med/Surg tele unit
- Provided critical care for up to 4 patients per shift with diagnosis of CHF, pulmonary hypertension, rapid atrial fibrillation, and other acute conditions.
- Mentored new nurses.
- Educated patients and family members on CFH management and diabetes.
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
Care Manager
Healthfirst
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Conduct successful outreach via telephonic assessments to over 100 members with various chronic conditions monthly, utilizing UAS, member profile and multi-disciplinary reports.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and compassionate communication techniques.
- Utilize nursing process to provide assessments identifying member health and community barriers and opportunities for intervention to promote optimal health.
- Monitor hospitalized members from hospitalization to discharge to ensure transfer to appropriate level of care and prevent risk of rehospitalization.
- Ensure proper utilization of services by assessing members needs and identifying solutions to prevent injury, health decline and hospitalization.
- Advocated and educated members and caregivers on health promotion, community resources, preventive care to promote optimal health and reduce risk of hospitalization.
- Perfumed utilization review to optimize patient care and resource allocation for complex managed cases.
- Generated referrals to providers, community-based resources, and appropriate services and other resources.
- Conducted risk assessments for patients, proactively addressing potential health issues and facilitating targeted support.
Staff Registered Nurse
Hackensack University Medical Center
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Heart Failure Unit / Telemetry
- Provided care for up to 6 patients per shift post catheterization procedures, STEMI, and managed acute diagnosis including CHF, pulmonary hypertension, atrial fibrillation and complete heart block.
- Managed cardiac and pulmonary hypertension medication drips (Milrinone, Cardizem, Veletri, Dopamine, Dobutamine, etc.).
- Earned CHF Disease Specific Certificate by educating patients and families on CHF management and lifestyle changes.
Staff Registered Nurse
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Intensive Care III, Respiratory Unit
- Provided acute and ambulatory care to patients with heart/respiratory failure, alcohol withdrawal, arrhythmias, end-stage kidney failure, stroke, GI bleeds, and infectious diseases.
- Managed and assessed treatment in a 21-bed respiratory unit, including administration of blood transfusions, IV infusions, and medications.
- Monitored, assessed, and managed tracheostomies, airways, catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen needs of up to 5 vented and trached patients per shift.
Staff Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Med/Surg Tele, Geriatric, and Diabetic unit
- Provided comprehensive care for adult and geriatric patients with diverse medical diagnoses and comorbidities.
- Performed clinical tasks, including wound care, dressing changes, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, specimen collection and hospice care.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Staff Registered Nurse (New Graduate Program)
Hackensack Meridian Health
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Completed a ten-week clinical orientation program in a Med-Surg unit, with individualized learning objectives geared towards the goal of caring for a full assignment safely and independently.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient care delivery within the organization.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Downers Grove, IL03-2018
Skills
- New Jersey RN Compact License 26NR18874000 Expires 05/2026
- New York RN License 817720-01 Expires 04/2027
- District of Columbia RN License RN200005245 Expires 06/2026
- Hawaii RN License RN 1121333 Expires 06/2027
- Basic Life Support – AHA Expires 08/2026
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support – AHA Expires 08/2026
- Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) Valid through 07/2026
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Issued 02/2025
- BRIDGING THE GAP Spanish Medical Interpreter certified 11/2015
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Bassett Health Care/Prolink Staffing Agency
06.2025 - Current
Home Infusion Nurse
Amerita Specialty Infusion Services
12.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Care Well Health/ 24/7 Nurses Staffing Agency
10.2024 - 04.2025
Travel Registered Nurse
Straub Medical Center/ Prolink Staffing Agency
04.2023 - 07.2023
Case Manager Intern
Care One LTACH
01.2023 - 08.2024
Travel PRN Registered Nurse
Morristown Medical Center/Gifted Staffing Agency
01.2023 - Current
Travel PRN Registered Nurse
CareOne LTACH/ 24/7 Nurses Staffing Agency
01.2023 - 08.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority/ NuWest Staffing
01.2022 - 10.2022
Care Manager
Healthfirst
09.2021 - 01.2022
Staff Registered Nurse
Hackensack University Medical Center
05.2020 - 09.2021
Staff Registered Nurse
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
02.2019 - 05.2020
Staff Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health
01.2017 - 05.2018
Staff Registered Nurse (New Graduate Program)
Hackensack Meridian Health
11.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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