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Marie Marcoux

Registered Nurse
Goodyear

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse with 27+ years in home hemodialysis, behavioral health, and acute/chronic care. Skilled in educating and empowering patients for self-sufficiency, leading teams, and ensuring safety and compliance. Proficient in patient education, crisis management, and collaborative care planning. Fluent in French.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1998
1998
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Home Hemodialysis Nurse Educator

Spectrum Dialysis
08.2023 - Current
  • Led patient education and hands-on training for home hemodialysis using NxStage systems, including PureFlow.
  • Instructed patients and care partners in access care, including buttonhole and rope-ladder cannulation techniques.
  • Taught safety protocols to prevent complications such as needle dislodgement and infection.
  • Provided comprehensive disease education to improve understanding of CKD, anemia, fluid/electrolyte balance, and diet.
  • Oversaw machine setup, cleaning, and maintenance protocols for at-home treatment.
  • Coordinated with dietitians, social workers, nephrologists, and biomedical engineers to provide integrated care.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration within the unit, fostering open communication channels among staff members.
  • Expedited emergency responses by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emergency protocols and equipment usage.

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

Destiny Springs
09.2023 - 08.2025
  • Deliver direct care to patients with acute psychiatric and substance use challenges, including suicide risk and detox support.
  • Implement crisis prevention interventions during volatile situations to ensure safety.
  • Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and coping mechanisms for anxiety and depression.
  • Monitor vitals and track clinical trends, reporting deviations to medical teams.
  • Prevented escalation of psychiatric crises by recognizing early warning signs and intervening promptly with appropriate de-escalation techniques.

Home Therapies Dialysis RN

US Renal Care
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Supported patients through transition to home hemodialysis; trained on use of NxStage systems and portable ROs.
  • Assessed and updated individualized care plans based on clinical response and patient lifestyle.
  • Conducted anemia management and monitored CKD-related complications.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA and quality improvement procedures.
  • Actively participated in QA initiatives and managed clinic supply inventory.

Acute & Home Hemodialysis RN

Fresenius Kidney Care Center
12.2013 - 04.2022
  • Delivered acute and chronic dialysis care, adjusting treatments based on patient response.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on multiple dialysis modalities, including K@Home systems and NxStage.
  • Performed dialysate sampling and monitored water quality for treatment safety.
  • Maintained close communication with interdisciplinary hospital teams.

Night House Supervisor – RN

The Ambassador Lincoln
10.2010 - 09.2013
  • Led overnight nursing operations including emergency response and ventilator care management.
  • Collaborated with physicians to update treatment protocols and patient care needs.
  • Supervised and supported clinical staff to maintain care standards and compliance.

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, CO

High School Diploma - undefined

Alameda International Junior/Senior High School
Lakewood, CO

Skills

  • Home Hemodialysis Education & Support
  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Management
  • Aseptic Technique & Infection Control
  • Behavioral Health & Crisis Intervention
  • Fluid management
  • Adaptable Decision-making
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Nutritional counseling
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Patient training
  • Vascular Access care

Timeline

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

Destiny Springs
09.2023 - 08.2025

Home Hemodialysis Nurse Educator

Spectrum Dialysis
08.2023 - Current

Home Therapies Dialysis RN

US Renal Care
04.2022 - 08.2023

Acute & Home Hemodialysis RN

Fresenius Kidney Care Center
12.2013 - 04.2022

Night House Supervisor – RN

The Ambassador Lincoln
10.2010 - 09.2013

High School Diploma - undefined

Alameda International Junior/Senior High School

Associate Degree - Nursing

Arapahoe Community College

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