Mary Anne Valerio

• Provided comprehensive nursing care in a 14-bed Intermediate Care Unit for patients with potential life-threatening illnesses and disease processes.
• Assessed patients, documented observations and reviewed patient charts to determine care needs.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
• Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.

• Achieved success in AORN Peri-op 101 exam during six-month OR Fellowship.
• Executed Circulator role in general surgeries and endoscopic procedures to enhance surgical efficiency.
• Prepared patients pre-operatively, including IV access placement and verification of NPO status.

Facilitated ICU-level support for patients post-cardio-respiratory arrest in emergency department awaiting bed assignment.

Identified changes in patient status based on collected assessment data.

• Managed complex medical cases requiring immediate attention through critical thinking skills.
• Educated patients and family members on disease processes to promote informed care decisions.

• Delivered nursing care in 12-bed neurosurgical ICU, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
• Performed NIH Stroke Scale assessments and managed external ventricular drain for CSF drainage.
• Monitored patients for signs of increased intracranial pressure to mitigate complications.

• Delivered nursing care in six-bed cardiothoracic unit and ten-bed telemetry/step-down unit for pre- and post-operative patients.
• Monitored hemodynamic parameters using pulmonary artery catheters to assess responses to medications.
• Managed care for mechanically ventilated patients, titrating sedatives to ensure ventilator synchrony.
• Conducted daily assessments of patients' readiness for extubation to facilitate recovery.

• Administered ICU-level care to COVID-19 patients with severe respiratory and multi-organ failure.
• Utilized evidence-based treatment strategies, including mechanical ventilation and prone positioning.
• Implemented ventilatory-protective modes to enhance alveolar recruitment.
• Monitored patient progress to adjust treatment plans as needed.

• Delivered ICU-level care in 12-bed Coronary Care Unit for cardiac patients.
• Provided nursing care for patients with syncope and post-STEMI/NSTEMI conditions.
• Managed medical optimization for heart transplant candidates to enhance readiness.
• Monitored and treated patients post-cardiac arrest and during CHF/COPD exacerbations.

• Provided crisis relief and ICU-level care across multiple units during peak COVID pandemic.
• Collaborated with National Guard and crisis relief nurses to reduce COVID-related fatalities in high-impact areas.
• Delivered essential medical support in MICU, SICU, and CCU settings under pressure.
• Played a critical role in facilitating effective patient management during health crises.

• Served as ICU float nurse across SICU, MICU, and CCU based on staffing requirements.
• Contributed to establishment of additional ICUs during initial COVID-19 pandemic wave.

• Monitored cardiac rhythms using telemetry systems for early detection of abnormalities.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress during ICU stay.
• Assessed and tracked vital signs and responses to treatments consistently.

• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient status during pre-operative and post-operative periods.
• Instructed patients on post-procedure care instructions, ensuring that they understand the risks associated with their condition.
• Assisted in the preparation of patients for cardiac catheterization procedures by reviewing medical history, administering medications and performing physical assessments.

• Delivered ICU-level care for patients in Emergency Department pending ICU bed assignment.
• Served as float nurse across MICU, CCU, SICU, and telemetry units to ensure adequate staffing.
• Assisted with critical patient assessments and interventions in high-acuity settings.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.

• Provided post-surgical nursing care for one to two patients in 18-bed CSICU following cardiothoracic and vascular procedures.
• Adapted to dynamic hospital environment by floating to various units within Critical Care Department.

• Delivered nursing care to high-acuity surgical patients who have undergone CABG, mitral/aortic valve replacements, or repair.
• Monitored hemodynamic and EKG changes post-permanent pacemaker placement.

• Provided nursing care to patients experiencing acute medical events and exacerbations of chronic disease processes.
• Managed IV lines, wound care, tracheostomy care and other critical care procedures.

• Delivered ICU-level care to neurologically impaired patients in Neuro ICU.
• Provided post-operative care for surgical patients in SICU.

• Identified changes in patient status or condition based upon data collected during assessment process.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to manage complex medical cases requiring immediate attention.

• Functioned as agency nurse for critical care units within multiple hospitals throughout District of Columbia and Maryland.

• Delivered nursing care for multiple war casualties during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
• Supervised operations in a 9-bed Coronary Care Unit, later transitioned to Surgical Intensive Care Unit.
• Executed responsibilities as Charge Nurse, overseeing 4-6 professional nurses and 1-2 para-professional nurses.

• Developed individualized plans of care based upon assessment findings that addressed the needs of each patient served.
• Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.