Areli Martinez
Alamo,TX
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with 13 year experience with a proven track record at Doctors Hospital At Renaissance Health System and travel nursing in the adult high acuity care, adept in patient education and diabetes management. Committed to deliver the best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Excelled in delivering compassionate care and implementing critical interventions, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in EMR systems and fluent in Spanish, effectively bridging communication gaps and ensuring high-quality care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Doctors Hospital At Renaissance Health System
05.2017 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Delegate task and supervise care deliver by RNs, LVNs and CNAs
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Travel Registered Nurse
Angel Staffing
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Travel Registered Nurse
SnapNurse
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center
08.2011 - 03.2017
- Managed complex caseloads and coordinated care for patients with multiple comorbidities, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for their needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students, effectively teaching critical thinking skills and fostering an environment of continuous learning.
- Improved patient outcomes by promptly identifying changes in condition, initiating appropriate interventions, and communicating effectively with physicians.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and participating in unit-based quality improvement initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX07.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Texas College
McAllen, TX05.2011
Skills
- Level II nurse
- Diabetes management
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient Monitoring that including EKG interpretation and interventions
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS) and stroke certificatified
- Precepting
- EMR Systems user for documentation/charting: Cerner, Meditech, and Epic
- Staff Supervision
- Emergency Procedures
- Fluent in Spanish
- Direct Patient Care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Angel Staffing
01.2022 - 04.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
SnapNurse
09.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Doctors Hospital At Renaissance Health System
05.2017 - Current
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Valley Baptist Medical Center
08.2011 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Texas College