Marigold Perry
Poplar
Summary
I am a seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. I am a quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader, equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results; ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
Elk River, MN
10.2023 - Current
- Administered patient assessments and developed individualized care plans to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient treatment and improve overall care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs and conducted diagnostic tests, accurately documenting findings in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on chronic disease management, enhancing compliance with treatment protocols.
- Implemented infection control practices, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infection rates within the unit.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring adherence to ethical standards in all nursing practices.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
Hermantown, MN
03.2016 - 03.2023
- Administered hemodialysis treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses during dialysis sessions, promptly addressing any concerns or complications.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, documenting treatment details and patient progress for continuity of care.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices in hemodialysis techniques and equipment usage.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a safe environment for patients during treatment sessions.
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
- Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Assisted patients with their pre-dialysis weight measurements, ensuring accurate assessment of fluid removal needs during the procedure.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Completed required training courses on time, staying up-to-date with industry best practices and advancements in dialysis technology for improved patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility when faced with unexpected challenges during a shift, using critical thinking skills to find effective solutions that maintained high-quality patient care standards.
- Increased patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and attentive listening to their concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Assisted in the training and onboarding of new technicians, sharing valuable knowledge from personal experience to help them quickly become proficient contributors within the clinic team.
- Ensured quality treatment outcomes by closely monitoring patient vital signs and adjusting machine settings as needed.
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
Duluth, MN
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety during treatments.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records accurately and efficiently.
- Educated patients on treatment processes and post-care instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwood Technical College
Superior, WI12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA04-2013
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
- Licensed RN
- Precepting
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Time Management - Coordinated patient care duties when short-staffed and made adjustments to patient schedule as needed.
- Infection Control - became the clinic infection control specialist and ensured related policies were being followed.
- Onboarding - Became a clinical preceptor, training over 15 new staff on hemodialysis machine and company policies and procedures.
- Policy and procedure - Successfully adhered to strict infection control, patient safety, medication administration, and general company policies and procedures.
operations and proper connection to access the site.
Certification
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician - Advanced
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
10.2023 - Current
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
03.2016 - 03.2023
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
04.2015 - 03.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwood Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Kaplan University