Maren Okello

Neonatal ICU Nurse

Houston, TX, United States

Professional Summary

Neonatal ICU nurse with 7+ years caring for critically ill newborns in Level III and Level IV NICUs. Skilled in ventilator management, family-centered care, and rapid response during acute decompensation. Known for a calm bedside manner and precise documentation under pressure.

Employment History

Neonatal ICU Staff Nurse

Texas Children’s Hospital · Houston, TX

Jan, 2021 · Present

Provide bedside care for 2–3 critically ill neonates per shift in a Level IV NICU. Manage ventilators, central lines, and complex medication drips with zero preventable medication errors in the last review period. Mentor new graduates and precept nursing students;led a unit skills day on thermoregulation. Partner with neonatologists and respiratory therapy on daily care-plan huddles.

NICU Nurse

Memorial Hermann · Houston, TX

Mar, 2018 · Jan, 2021

Delivered high-acuity care for premature and surgical neonates in a Level III NICU. Reduced central-line infection risk through consistent bundle compliance on assigned patients. Supported family education for discharge readiness and home-care training.

Staff Nurse, Pediatrics/Float

Houston Methodist · Houston, TX

Jun, 2016 · Mar, 2018

Floated across pediatrics units including step-down and general floor. Built strong assessment and prioritization skills before specializing in neonatology.

Education

BSN, Nursing

University of Houston · Houston, TX

Aug, 2012 · May, 2016

Skills

Neonatal assessment

Ventilator and CPAP care

IV and central line care

Family education

EMR (Epic)

NRP

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Precepting

Courses

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

American Academy of Pediatrics

Jan, 2025 · Jan, 2027

Basic Life Support (BLS)

American Heart Association

Mar, 2025 · Mar, 2027

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

American Heart Association

Jun, 2025 · Jun, 2027

RNC-NIC

National Certification Corporation

Sep, 2024 · Sep, 2027