Theresa Marchese
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in surgical floor management and patient care coordination. Known for delivering exceptional results through effective team collaboration and adaptability. Proficient in patient assessment, care planning, and staff supervision, ensuring seamless operations in dynamic environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Implemented patient-centered care initiatives, fostering positive relationships with patients and their families during the hospitalization process on the surgical floor.
- Improved patient satisfaction by effectively managing nursing resources.
- Led team of nurses, ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff and families for better patient understanding.
- Enhanced patient safety with vigilant monitoring and timely interventions.
- Trained new nursing staff for seamless integration into healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Resolved conflicts among staff to maintain a positive work environment.
- Improved patient outcomes with evidence-based nursing practices.
- Provided mentorship to junior nurses, fostering professional growth and development.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
RN Supervisor
MANOR CARE HEALTH SERVICES
07.2017 - Current
- RN Supervisor of evening staff
- Managing new admissions, staff education, and patient satisfaction
- Proficient with Curavi Telemedicine for the facility
- Initiated, coordinated, and completed the facilities annual influenza vaccine program
- COVID-19 testing and vaccination
- Infection Control
- Wound Team Member
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Cultivated an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the nursing team.
Registered Nurse
UPMC Susquehanna
06.2011 - 04.2017
- Administered chemotherapy, assisted in bone marrow biopsies for diagnosis, and managed day-to-day operations for Oncologist Clinic
- Collaborated with healthcare team to improve patient outcomes and ensure effective treatment.
- Enhanced patient recovery with personalized care plans and diligent follow-up.
- Provided support for patients and families, offering education and addressing concerns.
- Delivered patient care by monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Conducted health assessments to identify patient needs and develop appropriate care plans.
- Improved patient health outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Registered Nurse-Home Care
PRN Staffing Solutions, LLC
03.2012 - 01.2013
- Home Health Contract RN for the management of home wound care and Hospice/Palliative Care
- Provided comprehensive patient care, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and protocols.
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently managing care plans and addressing concerns.
- Developed individualized care plans to meet unique patient needs.
- Monitored patient vitals and performed routine assessments for accurate health tracking.
- Assisted in patient education to improve understanding of health conditions and treatments.
- Managed medication administration, ensuring proper dosage and timing for optimal efficacy.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify health issues and implement appropriate interventions.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Susquehanna Health
06.2006 - 12.2011
- Dialysis, Med-Sur, Plastic Surgery, Stroke Rehabilitation, Hospice-Inpatient
Education
Master's in Nursing -
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
State College, PA11-2025
Bachelor's in Nursing - undefined
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
State College, PA08.2016
Associate in Nursing -
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA05-2006
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Compassionate care
- Preoperative care
- Family support
- Ethical practice
- Discharge planning
- Postoperative care
- Wound care
- Pain management
- Telemetry monitoring
- Multitasking
- Basic life support
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- CPR certification
- Electronic health records
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Training staff
Certification
- RN GA-Expires January 2027
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Additional Information
4 years experience as an RN Supervisor in a long term care facility. Experience with wound care, chemotherapy/Biotherapy, Post-CVA care, Inpatient Rehabilitation, and Hospice.
Daisy Award-November 2021
Affiliations
- AMSN-Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
Timeline
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
RN Supervisor
MANOR CARE HEALTH SERVICES
07.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse-Home Care
PRN Staffing Solutions, LLC
03.2012 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse
UPMC Susquehanna
06.2011 - 04.2017
Registered Nurse (RN)
Susquehanna Health
06.2006 - 12.2011
Bachelor's in Nursing - undefined
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Master's in Nursing -
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Associate in Nursing -
Pennsylvania College of Technology
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