Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

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, TX
12.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Alvin Community College
Alvin, TX
05.2022

Certification - Pharmacy Technician

MedVance Institute
Houston, TX
07.2004

Certification - Medical Assistant

Remington College
Houston, TX
05.2002

High School Diploma -

James Madison High School
Houston, TX
05.2001

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
Alma G. Martinez BSN, RN