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MARLEIS GARVIN

Calgary

Summary

Dynamic and outcomes-driven Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in health education, chronic disease management, and critical care. Currently pursuing a Master of Nursing, with a clinical focus on diabetes and obesity care. Proven expertise in designing and implementing impactful education programs aimed at reducing long-term health risks. A dedicated clinical leader with a strong background in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and engaging stakeholders to promote sustainable health strategies. Committed to advancing health awareness and supporting evidence-based initiatives through innovative education, behavior change, and preventative strategies.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Certified Diabetes Educator

CWCPCN
Calgary
03.2017 - Current
  • Collaborate with teams of primary care physicians to provide evidence-based support and education for clients living with diabetes and chronic diseases
  • Work with physicians to develop, evaluate and implement care plans consistent with evidence based guidelines and protocols
  • Provide in-depth focused assessment and education to patients living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes according to Diabetes Canada Guidelines
  • Identify diabetes and counsel patients on self-management strategies which include lifestyle changes, nutrition guidance, medication options, treatment adherence, and ongoing evaluation
  • Provide patient care both virtually and in clinic settings
  • Adapt patient education to accommodate learning needs and cultural considerations
  • Provide continuous glucose monitoring education, initiation, support, and follow up in person or via telehealth
  • Participate in Quality Improvement and Patient Medical Home projects

Certified Bariatric Educator

CWCPCN
Calgary
03.2017 - Current
  • Coach clients living with obesity to develop skills that lead to meaningful changes in health
  • Conduct thorough assessments of clients medical history including complex chronic diseases, mental health, and family history
  • Educate clients on underlying causes of obesity and offer treatment options according to Obesity Canada Guidelines
  • Coordinate care with physicians, mental health practitioners, social work, and healthy living programs
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with clients to enhance care and deliver comprehensive services
  • Assess client's unique lifestyle and nutrition needs based on medical and psychosocial history based on client goals and outcome-based recommendations
  • Educate clients on therapeutic nutrition, exercise, and wellness

Professional Health Care Educator

Abbott Diabetes Care
Calgary
03.2021 - 05.2024
  • Present and co-organize the Canada wide Abbott Freestyle Libre virtual patient education program to support and promote diabetes self-management
  • Completed the Masterful Presentation and Facilitation Skills program through Abbot diabetes care.
  • Health care educator for the Freestyle Libre program, Abbott Diabetes Care

Professional Health Care Educator

Novo Nordisk Canada
Calgary
03.2021 - 05.2023
  • Developed and chaired the 'Ask Me Anything: Obesity Management' event for registered nurses to optimize their role in managing and treating obesity
  • Successfully completed the Oral Semaglutide Speaker training through Novo Nordisk and presented to a group of Primary Care nurses
  • Act as a clinical consultant for Novo Nordisk Canada, participant in Novo Nordisk diabetes nurse educator regional consultancy meetings
  • Facilitated and presented at the Crosslinks' Obesity Symposium for benefits advisors to educated on the science of obesity medicine and collaborative care in a multi disciplinary setting

Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Room

AHS
Calgary
06.2005 - 04.2017
  • Delivered emergency care services in fast-paced environments that demanded critical thinking, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills while working in high volume settings
  • Triaged patients based on physical, psychological, and social needs
  • Monitored patients to identify acute cardiovascular arrhythmias, strokes, renal failure, drug overdose, and other life-threatening illnesses
  • Mentored new nurses, and nursing students, assisted department educators during nursing re-certification days
  • Worked closely with EMS, CPS, and mental health teams to ensure appropriate and timely patient care
  • Directed patient care throughout the process of admission to discharge or transfer to other units
  • Skills included medication and IV administration, lab draws, ECG interpretation & monitoring, airway management, CPR, admissions and discharge, charting and documentation
  • Administered weight based medications in a safe and timely manner

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB
06.2004

Master of Nursing In Progress - Nursing

Athabasca University
Athabasca

Certified Diabetes Educator -

Canadian Diabetes Educators Certification Board
06.2020

Certified Bariatric Educator -

Obesity Canada
06.2019

Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Patient advocacy
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Public speaking
  • Presentation skills
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Health change training
  • Group fitness instruction
  • Fitness nutrition specialization
  • Clinical education
  • Nutritional counseling
  • Chronic disease management
  • MOCA Certified
  • Quality improvement
  • Cultural competency

Affiliations

  • Volunteer Fitness Instructor, YMCA Calgary – Lead group fitness classes promoting health and wellness within the community.
  • Outdoor Sports Volunteer – Actively involved in the mountain biking and cross-country skiing communities; volunteer at local events and races to support organization, logistics, and athlete engagement.

Certification

  • Certified Fitness Nutrition Specialist: American Council on Exercise
  • Certified Weight Management Specialist: American Council on Exercise

Timeline

Professional Health Care Educator

Abbott Diabetes Care
03.2021 - 05.2024

Professional Health Care Educator

Novo Nordisk Canada
03.2021 - 05.2023

Registered Nurse, Certified Diabetes Educator

CWCPCN
03.2017 - Current

Certified Bariatric Educator

CWCPCN
03.2017 - Current

Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Room

AHS
06.2005 - 04.2017

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Athabasca University

Master of Nursing In Progress - Nursing

Athabasca University

Certified Diabetes Educator -

Canadian Diabetes Educators Certification Board

Certified Bariatric Educator -

Obesity Canada

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