Maylin Torres Merno
Miami,FL
Summary
Seasoned Nurse and Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Pasteur Medical Center, showcasing expertise in clinical documentation and patient care. Excelled in reducing hospital-acquired infections and improving patient satisfaction through compassionate service and ethical professionalism. Skilled in phlebotomy and EMR/EHR management, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in healthcare.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Pasteur Medical Center
07.2016 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Nurse
Ginecoology Hospital
07.2005 - 08.2015
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Nurse
Fautino Perez Hospital
08.1996 - 06.2005
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Ciencias Medicas
Matanzas Cuba 07-2004
Associate of Science - Anesthesia
Universidad De Ciencias Medicas
Matanzas Cuba07-1998
Associate of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Ciencias Medicas
Matanzas Cuba 07-1996
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital signs monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Data entry
- Phlebotomy
- Procedure assistance
- Electronic health records
- Electronic medical records
- CPR
- Immunization administration
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Specimens collection and processing
- Medical procedures
- Professionalism and ethics
- Medical records management
- Sterilization techniques
- Equipment sterilization
- OB/GYN procedures
- Inventory management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Registered Medical Assi
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Pasteur Medical Center
07.2016 - Current
Nurse
Ginecoology Hospital
07.2005 - 08.2015
Nurse
Fautino Perez Hospital
08.1996 - 06.2005
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Registered Medical Assi
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Ciencias Medicas
Associate of Science - Anesthesia
Universidad De Ciencias Medicas
Associate of Science - Nursing
Universidad De Ciencias Medicas
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