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Maribel Pina

Salisbury,NC

Summary

Dedicated RN BSN with expertise in pediatric Pulmonology. Excelling in asthma management and medication prior authorizations. Recognized for compassionate patient care, empathy, and strong clinical judgment, enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes through effective communication and education. Bilingual in Spanish, fostering inclusive patient interactions and lasting relationships with families while mentoring peers to elevate nursing standards.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

RN BSN

Atrium Health Pediatric Pulmonology
05.2023 - Current

Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.

  • Performed prior authorizations for medications, triaged phone calls, and refilled medications.
  • Educated parents on the proper use of spacers for inhalers and nebulizer machines to promote long-term well-being.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely via oral, nebulizer treatments, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients' parents, providing emotional support while addressing concerns and questions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Checked in patients by inquiring about patient histories, allergies, medications, and current symptoms while obtaining vital signs.
  • Administered biologic injections in the office to help with asthma and eczema while ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
  • Participated in continuous education to remain current with pediatric nursing best practices, directly impacting patient care quality.
  • Communicated with schools regarding asthma action plans and inhaler usage at school.
  • Coordinated with home health companies to obtain supplies for chronic patients.

Registered Nurse

Novant Health Rowan Medical Center
04.2015 - 07.2020
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Documented assessments, treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, wound care, and chest tube management.
  • Managed patients recovering from surgical procedures such as heart catheterization.
  • Provided skilled, timely, and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering IV medications and blood transfusions.
  • Delivered high-quality care to diverse populations.
  • Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips to assist in saving lives through efficient recognition and reporting of life-threatening arrhythmias.
  • Promoted a positive work culture through active participation in staff meetings, training, and peer evaluations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
05-2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rowan Cabarrus Community College
North Carolina
05-2014

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Bilingual (Spanish)
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Call triaging
  • Asthma management
  • Vitals data collection
  • Great communication skills
  • Oral medication, subcutaneous and intramuscular injection administration
  • Medication prior authorization specialist
  • Nebulized treatment administration
  • Patient Education

Timeline

RN BSN

Atrium Health Pediatric Pulmonology
05.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Novant Health Rowan Medical Center
04.2015 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Carolina At Wilmington

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Maribel Pina