Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Maria Fuson

Independence

Summary

Wellness-focused professional with expertise in holistic health and nursing, complemented by certification as a yoga teacher (RYT-200) in hatha, vinyasa, and yin practices. Proven ability to foster inclusive environments that enhance personal growth and well-being. Committed to empowering individuals through mindfulness, movement, and educational initiatives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Travel Registered Nurse

Flexcare Medical Staffing
04.2024 - 12.2024
  • Filled nursing vacancies across multiple departments in Mission Hospital (Asheville, NC) and Monument Health (Rapid City, SD)
  • Coordinate with nursing staff to guarantee achievement of patient safety, mobility, and hygiene targets per shift
  • Assess alterations in patient health status, notifying medical providers when needed

Registered Nurse

Norton Healthcare
Louisville
06.2018 - 09.2024
  • Manage complex patients in a progressive cardiac unit, with a focus on providing individualized and compassionate care.
  • Advocate for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Train and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.

Patient Educator

Have a Heart Clinic
Louisville
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Guide patients with chronic disease on understanding pathophysiology, ensuring medication safety, and adopting healthy lifestyle practices
  • Collaborate with members of the care team to address socioeconomic barriers to patient success in positive behavior changes
  • Evaluate patient outcomes over time through regular follow-up conducted via phone and email

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY
05-2018

Skills

  • Yoga instruction
  • Patient education
  • Student mentoring
  • Time management
  • Mindfulness techniques

Affiliations

  • Volunteer yoga teacher at Wild Bee Hostel in Ella, Sri Lanka (May 16-June 8, 2025). Designed classes suitable for all levels that blend mindfulness techniques, breathwork, and yoga practices.
  • Volunteer crew on S/V Voyager in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (January 8-February 21, 2025). Responsibilities included cooking for crew, deck and interior cleaning, and watch duties.
  • Seasonal counselor with Travel for Teens. Lead summer adventure and service programs for high school students traveling through Costa Rica by fostering positive group dynamics, leading cultural exploration activities, and ensuring safety of participants.

Certification

Basic Life Support – renewed September 2024

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support – renewed September 2024

Open Water SCUBA – February 2024

200 Hour Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor – April 2025

Wilderness Life Support: Medical Professional – June 2025

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Travel Registered Nurse

Flexcare Medical Staffing
04.2024 - 12.2024

Patient Educator

Have a Heart Clinic
11.2022 - 04.2023

Registered Nurse

Norton Healthcare
06.2018 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Louisville
Maria Fuson