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Marilyn is a highly experienced Registered General Nurse (RGN) with over 40 years of clinical and care experience spanning the Philippines, Libya, Canada, and the United Kingdom. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and brings specialist expertise in brain injury, tracheostomy care, palliative care, rehabilitation, and diabetes management across a wide range of hospital and homecare settings. A self-motivated, organised, and compassionate professional, Marilyn is an effective leader who consistently delivers high standards of patient care in line with NMC guidelines.
Cavendish Homecare Professional, Harley Street Nursing, HP
RGN – Homecare Nursing·2018 – Present
Marilyn has been working as a Registered General Nurse in homecare settings through multiple agencies, delivering clinical nursing care to clients in their own homes. Her responsibilities include administering medications, tracheostomy and gastrostomy care, personal care, mobility support, and monitoring vital signs and blood sugar levels. She also prepares patient feeds, performs suction as required, and manages catheter insertion and care across day and night shifts.
Various Agencies (Coyle Medical, Apollo Nursing, HLR, Imperial Medical, TFS, Network Healthcare)
RGN·Jun 2013 – Jul 2018
Working through multiple nursing agencies, Marilyn was placed across a range of prestigious hospitals and specialist units including the Royal Neuro-Disability Hospital Putney, London Bridge Hospital, Ashtead Hospital, Wellington Hospitals, Princess Grace Hospital, and Portland Clinic, among others. She worked across Brain Injury Units, Surgery and Medical Wards, Day Surgery Units, Rehabilitation Wards, Cardiology Wards, Maternity Wards, and the Palliative Ward. Her duties encompassed comprehensive nursing care, medication administration, patient assessment, and multi-disciplinary team collaboration.
The Bradbury Centre Nursing Home (Age Care)
RGN·Dec 2004 – May 2013
Marilyn worked as an RGN within this age care nursing home in Shepperton, delivering high-quality nursing care to elderly residents over a period of nearly nine years. She was responsible for assessing individual care needs, administering medications in accordance with NMC standards, and supervising nursing practice. She also completed her First Line Management Training during this period and contributed to the development and evaluation of care programmes within the home.
White Gates Nursing Home
RGN·Jun 2004 – Dec 2004
Not specified
Bachelor of Science
Registered General Nurse (RGN)
Updated NMC registration
Updated DBS
First Line Management Training Course (May 2007)
M & S Training (yearly, online and actual)
Marilyn worked as a Registered General Nurse at this nursing home in Laleham, Middlesex, providing clinical nursing care to residents. Her responsibilities included medication administration, monitoring patient conditions, and maintaining accurate nursing records in line with professional standards.
Bupa Clare House Nursing Home
Adaptation Nurse·Oct 2003 – Apr 2004
Marilyn undertook an adaptation nursing role at this BUPA nursing home in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, supporting her transition into UK nursing practice. She delivered direct patient care, administered medications, and worked within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the safe and effective management of residents' care needs.
Private client
Private Nurse·Feb 2002 – Oct 2003
Marilyn provided dedicated private nursing care to a household in London, delivering personalised clinical and personal support in a home environment. Her role involved monitoring health status, administering medications, and ensuring the comfort and wellbeing of the client.
Private client
Private Nurse·Aug 2001 – Oct 2001
Marilyn provided private nursing care to a client in London, delivering one-to-one clinical support tailored to the individual's needs. Responsibilities included monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing personal care.
Various Hospitals – Nursing Agency (Toronto, Canada)
Private Duty Nurse·Nov 1996 – Jun 2001
Marilyn worked as a private duty nurse across several hospitals in Toronto, Canada, including St. Michael Hospital, Wellesley Hospital, Mt. Sanal Hospital, and Toronto General Hospital, covering Medical and Surgery departments. She delivered comprehensive nursing care across these settings, supporting patients through both surgical and medical pathways.
Nursing Agency & Volunteer (Toronto, Canada)
Private Nurse & Volunteer·Apr 1995 – Nov 1996
Marilyn worked as a private nurse through a nursing agency in Toronto, Canada, supporting a client with a neurological condition including left-sided weakness CVA. She also volunteered at St. Michael Hospital's Haemodialysis Department and at the P.A.C.U. of Etobicoke General Hospital, gaining broad clinical experience across specialist areas.
Diabetes and Endocrine Centre, Tripoli, Libya
Nurse – E.R. & ICU Department·Nov 1992 – Mar 1995
Marilyn worked in the Emergency and ICU departments of a specialist Diabetes and Endocrine Centre in Tripoli, Libya, providing acute nursing care to critically ill patients. Her responsibilities included monitoring vital signs, blood sugar management, medication administration, and delivering emergency care as required.
Tripoli Central Hospital, Tripoli, Libya
Nurse – Surgery Department·Feb 1988 – Nov 1991
Marilyn worked in the Surgery Department of Tripoli Central Hospital, managing a ward with recovery, isolation, and general beds. Her duties included pre- and post-operative care, medication administration, patient monitoring, and the safe keeping of narcotic drugs.
Bonifacio General Hospital, Misamis Occidental, Philippines
Surgical Nurse·Apr 1985 – Jan 1988
Marilyn worked as a Surgical Nurse at Bonifacio General Hospital in the Philippines, delivering surgical nursing care including pre- and post-operative patient management, medication administration, and patient assessment. She was responsible for maintaining high standards of care and accurate nursing documentation.
Misamis Community Hospital, Ozamis City, Philippines
Nurse – Medical & Surgical Department·Apr 1982 – Mar 1985
Marilyn began her nursing career in the Medical and Surgical Department of Misamis Community Hospital in the Philippines. She provided nursing care across medical and surgical wards, supporting patients through treatment and recovery while developing foundational clinical skills.