Alma G. Martinez BSN, RN
6830 Powell Ln. Manvel,Texas
Summary
Licensed nurse graduate seeking entry-level position utilizing patient care skills and nursing knowledge learned to deliver safe quality patient care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student
Houston Methodist Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Nursing Student
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Berkeley Eye Center
04.2016 - 07.2020
- Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Gathered patient histories, took measurements and completed diagnostic tests as part of detailed ophthalmic evaluations.
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Conducted corneal pachymetry as screening for Keratoconus, LRI surgery, and glaucoma.
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Dr. Rana R. Ghauri M.D.
02.2011 - 08.2014
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Gathered patient histories, took measurements and completed diagnostic tests as part of detailed ophthalmic evaluations.
- Cleaned or sterilized ophthalmic or surgical instruments.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Administered a-scan biometry test before patient cataract surgeries to measure size and shape of affected eye.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Sam's Club
04.2002 - 05.2007
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
- Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.
- Communicated directly with doctors offices via telephone, fax and email.
- Maintained drug inventory levels by ordering necessary medications and supplies.
- Assisted in preparation, distribution and storage of pharmaceuticals.
- Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Coordinated verification and filling of more than 100 daily prescriptions in a high-volume retail pharmacy environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Alvin Community College
Alvin, TX05.2022
Certification - Pharmacy Technician
MedVance Institute
Houston, TX07.2004
Certification - Medical Assistant
Remington College
Houston, TX05.2002
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School
Houston, TX05.2001
Skills
- Problem solver and excellent communication skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Capable of adapting to changing work environment and following instructions from physicians
- Ability to assist in patient care and perform regular clinical tasks to maintain regulated health standards
- Maintain a positive attitude and provide necessary support to patient or families
- Collaborate with nursing staff or members of interdisciplinary team to provide optimal patient care
Certification
- CPR, BLS, American Heart Association Exp. 6/24
Timeline
Nursing Student
Houston Methodist Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2022
Nursing Student
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
08.2021 - 12.2021
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Berkeley Eye Center
04.2016 - 07.2020
Certified Ophthalmic Technician
Dr. Rana R. Ghauri M.D.
02.2011 - 08.2014
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Sam's Club
04.2002 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Alvin Community College
Certification - Pharmacy Technician
MedVance Institute
Certification - Medical Assistant
Remington College
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School