MARYLN DARKO
Lithia Springs
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with hands-on experience at Grady Memorial Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient care coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and compassionate support. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and dedicated to fostering a safe, healing environment for diverse patient populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta
05.2025 - Current
- Supported nursing staff in providing patient care and daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately.
- Delivered comfort measures and emotional support to enhance patient and family well-being.
- Partnered with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Prepared medical equipment and supplies for procedures and examinations.
- Educated patients on health management and medication adherence.
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting and ambulation.
- Administered medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted RNs with complex treatments and procedures for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient interactions in electronic health records system.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens for testing.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols while providing patient care services.
- Performed basic nursing care procedures, such as wound care and catheter insertion.
- Communicated and interacted with patients to determine need for assistance or emotional and physical support.
- Monitored laboratory test results and promptly communicated abnormal findings to ensure timely medical intervention.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention.
Verified Peer Tutor
Knack Tutoring
Online
08.2023 - Current
- Created customized lesson plans aligned with individual student learning needs and goals.
- Supported students in mastering complex concepts through personalized one-on-one tutoring.
- Coordinated study groups to foster collaboration among peers, improving overall learning outcomes.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their skills.
Medication Aide & Resident Care Assistant
Peachtree Creek Memory Care
Atlanta
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Administered medications to residents according to prescribed schedules.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
- Secured all controlled substances according to state regulations, ensuring compliance and resident safety.
- Monitored residents for side effects and promptly reported health changes to healthcare team.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to address resident medication needs and optimize care.
- Collaborated with caregivers to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence and safety.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient assessment
- Neurovascular assessment
- Post-operative monitoring
- Medication administration
- Administer medication
- IV insertion
- EPIC documentation
- Injection administration
- Wound care
- Wound dressing
- Tracheostomy care
- Catheter care
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Collecting vitals
- Electronic documentation
- Mobility assistance
- Patient mobility
- Infection control
- Sterile technique
- Basic life support
- Diabetes management
- Pain management
- SBAR communication
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Family education
- Team collaboration
- Nursing team support
- Clinical judgment
- Electronic documentation
- EPIC documentation
- Documentation accuracy
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving
- Patient needs assessment
- Personal hygiene management
- Basic life support
- Diabetes management
- Pain management
Affiliations
- American Red Cross Club Member
- National Society of Collegiate Scholars
- Golden Key International Honor Society
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- IBM Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner
Volunteer Experience
- American Red Cross Club - Post-donation monitoring and donor safety support
- Leaders Engage (LE 360) Leadership Program
- Leaders for a Cause - Health literacy outreach initiative
Clinical Rotations
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, Medical-Surgical (Surgical/Ortho Trauma), 168, Psychiatric Nursing, 84, Mother/Baby, Labor & Delivery, NICU, 84, Senior Practicum: Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU), 156
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, Pediatric Medical-Surgical, 84
Leadership Experience
- Vice President, Ghana Student Association, 08/24, Present, Oversee organizational operations for 100+ members, Coordinate cultural and educational campus programming
- Vice President of Community Service, National Society of Collegiate Scholars, 07/25, Present, Developed annual service initiatives resulting in 30+ volunteer hours completed, Built partnerships with community organizations serving older adults
- Chapter Officer, Golden Key International Honor Society, 01/25, Present, Coordinated induction ceremony logistics and member communications
Timeline
Nurse Extern
Grady Memorial Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Medication Aide & Resident Care Assistant
Peachtree Creek Memory Care
05.2024 - 08.2024
Verified Peer Tutor
Knack Tutoring
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia State University