Marlene Garcia Fuentes
Raleigh
Summary
I am a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse seeking a position where I can utilize my clinical experience, strong communication skills, and commitment to providing high-quality patient-centered care while continuing to grow professionally.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wakemed Home Health
Raleigh, NC
04.2026 - Current
- Monitored patient progress, identified changes in condition, and communicated findings to providers for timely intervention.
- Completed OASIS assessments and maintained accurate, timely documentation in compliance with Medicare and agency guidelines
- Provided skilled nursing services including wound care, medication management, catheter care, PICC line management, and chronic disease education.
- Facilitated transitions of care, reducing hospital readmissions through proactive patient monitoring and education.
- Coordinated care among providers, therapist, patients, and caregivers to ensure continuity of care and achievement of patient goals.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease management, medication adherence, infection prevention, and safety.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized plans of care in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
Registered Nurse
Wakemed Healthplex Emergency Department
Garner, NC
06.2024 - 02.2026
- Administered emergency care to patients, stabilizing conditions and ensuring timely treatment.
- Monitored vital signs and responded swiftly to changes in patient conditions.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Medical Assistant
Tricity Family Medicine and Urgent Care
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Performed routine laboratory tests and assisted with diagnostic procedures to support clinical operations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Coordinated insurance verification and patient registration processes.
- Performed IV therapy, phlebotomy, and specimen collection.
- Educated patients on lab results, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC05-2024
Registered Medical Assistant - Health Sciences
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC01-2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Seizure management
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Performing EKGs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emotional awareness
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- NC Compact RN License
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Wakemed Home Health
04.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
Wakemed Healthplex Emergency Department
06.2024 - 02.2026
Registered Medical Assistant
Tricity Family Medicine and Urgent Care
03.2017 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Community College
Registered Medical Assistant - Health Sciences
Fayetteville Technical Community College