Mary Fessenden RN,BSN
Malden,MA
Summary
Experienced Staff Nurse with a strong background in endoscopic procedures and emergency medicine. Proven success in leading patient advocacy initiatives and implementing safety protocols for enhanced care quality. Recognized for excellent communication and teamwork in fast-paced healthcare environments. Dedicated to advancing clinical practices and expanding professional expertise.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse - Endoscopy
Cambridge Health Alliance - Somerville
Somerville, MA
01.2023 - Current
- Led safe patient care pre-, intra-, and post-endoscopic care in accordance with SGNA standards.
- Competent in colonoscopy, endoscopy, capsule endoscopy, and endo flip.
- IV conscious sedation.
- Epic documentation proficiency.
- Maintained detailed records of all patient interactions.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding their inquiries or complaints.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism. Utilized HRO metrics.
Staff Nurse Ambulatory Procedures - Endoscopy Nurse
Lawrence General Hospital
Lawrence, MA
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Led safe patient care pre-, intra-, and post-endoscopic care in accordance with SGNA standards.
- Competent in colonoscopy, endoscopy, and ERCP (advanced).
- Advanced procedures include EGD/EU, BARRx, ERCP, capsule endoscopy, and endo flip.
- Epic documentation proficiency.
- Call and after-hours coverage for emergent endoscopic procedures.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
Staff Nurse - Advanced Endoscopy - Pancreatobiliary Unit
Cross Country Travel
Portland, Maine
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Led safe patient care processes in endoscopy, adhering to SGNA standards.
- Performed advanced hepatic, pancreatic, and biliary procedures in a Level 1 Trauma Center.
- Competent in all aspects of advanced hepatic, pancreatic, and biliary procedures.
- Competencies include ERCP, ERCP EUS, EGD EUS, EDGE Procedure, Plexus Blocks, single balloon enteroscopy, SPYGLASS, and Phase I and II recovery post-procedure.
- Adult and pediatric patient populations.
- Epic documentation proficiency.
Staff Nurse - PACU
Atlantic Plastic Surgery
Portsmouth, NH
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Responsible for Phase I and II post-anesthesia care.
- OR circulator plastics.
- Per diem position.
Staff Nurse/Endoscopy
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Portsmouth, NH
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Led safe patient care pre-, intra-, and post-endoscopic care in accordance with SGNA standards.
- Competent in colonoscopy, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, manometry, and ERCP.
- Advanced procedures include EGD/EUS, EBUS, and fusion prostate biopsy, IV conscious sedation administration, and patient monitoring.
- Phase I and II post-anesthesia care.
- Meditech documentation proficiency.
- Call coverage for emergent endoscopic procedures.
Staff Nurse- Pandemic Response
Maxim Travel Nurse
Worcester, MA
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Responsible for the medical care of overflow COVID-19 patients in Western Massachusetts. State and Federal DCU Field Hospital.
- Coordinated IV Therapy team for COVID-19 patient care at DCU Field Hospital.
- The assignment was completed in conjunction with a full-time endoscopy position.
- Epic documentation proficiency.
Staff Nurse /Emergency , House Supervisor
Central Maine Medical Center
Lewiston, ME
03.2013 - 12.2020
- Company Overview: Critical Access Hospital.
- Responsible for triage care and stabilization of patients in a fast-paced, critical-access hospital.
- The role includes triage, determining ESI, critical care, STEMI care, MGH Stroke care, partnering with Lifeflight of Maine for critical transport, trauma/orthopedics, documentation utilizing Cerner EMR, as well as collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide patient-centered emergency/trauma care.
- Advanced IV training completed, ultrasound-guided IV placement, and midline insertion proficient.
- Critical Access Hospital.
- Status changed to per diem, November 2019.
- House administrative supervisor - responsible for core staffing, census tracking, clinical support, backup staffing for the emergency department, patient/visitor risk management, patient and family advocate, and crisis intervention.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
- Identified potential risks associated with staffing operations and developed solutions accordingly.
Staff Nurse - Pandemic Response
Fastaff Travel Nurse
Worcester, MA
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Completed the pandemic response assignment: 8 weeks, 48 hours a week, for rapid response at the DCU Field Hospital.
- Responsible for the critical care of overflow COVID-19 patients in Western Massachusetts.
- The assignment was completed in conjunction with a full-time endoscopy position.
- Epic documentation proficiency.
Ambulatory Care/Triage Nurse
Fastaff Travel Nurse
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Completed three travel assignments as a Triage Nurse.
- Three concurrent assignments with Family Practice, one assignment with Endocrinology, and Diabetes Practice.
- Patient and family support phone triage role.
- All were completed at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover, NH.
- Assignments completed in addition to a full-time position at Central Maine Healthcare.
School Nurse
Newmarket Junior-Senior High School
Newmarket, NH
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Responsibilities included multidisciplinary nursing care and coordination to enhance and support the adolescent student.
- Primary responsibilities include supporting students and families, and communicating medical information to non-medical audiences (students, families, faculty).
- Staff, students, families, and community education.
Endoscopy RN
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Portsmouth, NH
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Responsible for the pre- and postoperative care of same-day surgery patients, endoscopy pre- and post-procedure.
- Assisted with IV conscious sedation and recovery.
- Phase I and II post-anesthesia care.
Staff nurse telemetry/ ICU
Exeter Hospital
Exeter, NH
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Staff nurse position in the ICU.
RN case manager
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Boston, MA
01.1998 - 01.2000
- A comprehensive nursing case management position included a facility-wide patient population.
- Role included care coordination with a patient-focused, outcome-oriented, multidisciplinary model.
- Patient advocacy from admission to discharge.
Various Positions
Portsmouth VNA
Portsmouth, NH
01.1992 - 01.1998
- Several positions were held within the company, including education coordinator, manager of performance improvement, clinical nursing supervisor, and clinical case manager.
Staff nurse medical/surgical
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Portsmouth, NH
01.1991 - 01.1992
- Staff Nurse Position, Medical-Surgical Department.
Education
BSN -
Southern New Hampshire University
06.2019
ADN -
Great Bay Community College/NHTI Stratham
06.1991
College prep -
Governor's Academy
01.1983
Skills
- Advanced endoscopic procedures
- IV conscious sedation
- Epic documentation
- Emergency response
- Patient advocacy
Awards
J. Patrick Barnes Nursing Award for Nursing Excellence, 09/01/15
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced IV course completed at CMMC
- Ultrasound guided IV placement and Mid IV placement proficient.
Proficient EHR
- Cerner
- EPIC
- Meditech
Nursing Licenses
- NH, 12/31/26
- MA, 12/31/26
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Portuguese
Limited
Timeline
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse - Endoscopy
Cambridge Health Alliance - Somerville
01.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse - Advanced Endoscopy - Pancreatobiliary Unit
Cross Country Travel
04.2022 - 10.2022
Staff Nurse Ambulatory Procedures - Endoscopy Nurse
Lawrence General Hospital
05.2021 - 12.2022
Staff Nurse- Pandemic Response
Maxim Travel Nurse
12.2020 - 03.2021
Staff Nurse - PACU
Atlantic Plastic Surgery
07.2020 - 07.2022
Staff Nurse - Pandemic Response
Fastaff Travel Nurse
03.2020 - 05.2020
Staff Nurse/Endoscopy
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2021
Ambulatory Care/Triage Nurse
Fastaff Travel Nurse
01.2018 - 11.2018
Staff Nurse /Emergency , House Supervisor
Central Maine Medical Center
03.2013 - 12.2020
School Nurse
Newmarket Junior-Senior High School
01.2004 - 01.2013
Endoscopy RN
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
01.2001 - 01.2004
Staff nurse telemetry/ ICU
Exeter Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2000
RN case manager
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
01.1998 - 01.2000
Various Positions
Portsmouth VNA
01.1992 - 01.1998
Staff nurse medical/surgical
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
01.1991 - 01.1992
BSN -
Southern New Hampshire University
ADN -
Great Bay Community College/NHTI Stratham
College prep -
Governor's Academy
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