Claudia Martinez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Methodist Hospital Stone Oak, excelling in critical care and patient relations. Proven ability in medication administration and care plan development, complemented by strong collaboration skills, and recognized as a Daisy recipient for outstanding patient satisfaction, demonstrating commitment to quality care and continuous improvement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Neuro/Tele
Methodist Hospital Stone Oak
San Antonio, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Floor Nurse/Float Nurse
- Relief Charge Neuro/Tele, Methodist Stone Oak Hospital, 2023-2024.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Participated in training sessions for new nursing staff on best practices.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in various healthcare settings.
- Conducted routine assessments to ensure patient safety and comfort levels.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Registered Nurse Pediatric Home Health
Ageless Living Home Health
San Antonio, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to pediatric and adult patients in home settings.
- Managed ventilator, trach, and g-tube care for patients with complex medical needs.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed health conditions to identify distress signals.
- Administered oral, intramuscular, IV, and IVIG medications while monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Educated families on patient care, health management, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure coordinated patient services.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient needs and family input.
- Trained new RNs on service goals and compliance with standards of care.
- Delivered high level of nursing care to ill children in residences.
- Developed strategies to prevent complications or deterioration of a patient's condition.
- Instructed families on how to properly use medical equipment at home.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards consistently.
- Educated parents about child development milestones and encouraged positive parenting skills.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature, of pediatric patients.
- Conducted home visits to evaluate the environment of pediatric patients and provide necessary interventions when needed.
- Assessed nutritional needs of pediatric patients and provided appropriate dietary advice accordingly.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes, treatment plans, and nursing reports.
- Observed and reported changes in patient's condition to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans for pediatric patients.
Registered Nurse, PICU
Methodist Children
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by the physician.
- Provided emotional support to families of critically ill children.
- Evaluated laboratory results for accuracy and completeness prior to implementation of treatment plan.
- Monitored patient progress and responded quickly to any changes in condition.
- Coordinated patient transfer between departments or facilities.
- Provided direct care to pediatric patients with acute, chronic, and critical illnesses.
- Instructed families on proper care techniques for their child's medical condition.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient care activities according to established standards.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines in providing safe, effective care.
- Assisted physicians during diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Performed physical assessments of critically ill children.
- Identified potential risk factors for complications associated with pediatric ICU patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor
Maxim Healthcare Services
San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Employee of the month
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing outcomes for clients served by the facility.
- Reviewed case notes and other documentation to ensure compliance with regulations and standards of care.
- Developed policies and procedures related to clinical operations for the facility.
- Assessed and evaluated clinical staff performance, providing feedback to ensure quality standards were met.
- Provided direct supervision of clinical staff, including orientation, training and development of employees.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary communication among members of the healthcare team regarding patient care issues.
- Actively sought out continuing education opportunities related to clinical practice areas.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for client care.
- Ensured the maintenance of patient confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA regulations.
- Served as a resource person for family members or significant others who had questions about clients' treatment plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities with community resources upon completion of treatment programs.
- Investigated complaints from clients or families concerning their care or treatment.
Registered Nurse Home Health Adult/Pediatric
Maxim Healthcare Services
San Antonio, TX
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Facilitated communication between patients, families and healthcare providers.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure or pulse rate to detect any changes in a patient's condition.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
- Assessed patient health by conducting physical examinations and evaluating medical histories.
- Administering medications according to physician orders and monitoring side effects of medications
Licensed Practical Nurse
Five Star Senior Living
San Antonio, TX
08.2016 - 12.2020
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes, along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for the client.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Canyon Vista Medical Center Behavioral Health
Sierra Vista, AZ
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Maintained accurate records of client data, including intake forms, assessment results, diagnoses information, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely manner according to established protocols.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients by listening attentively and responding appropriately to their needs while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Monitored patient progress, behavior, and vitals on a daily basis.
- Assisted in providing mental health assessments and screening to patients.
- Collaborated with multiple stakeholders, including doctors, nurses, social workers, therapists, in order to provide comprehensive treatment plans for each individual patient.
- Administered medications to patients as prescribed by psychiatrists or physicians.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Life Care Center of Sierra
Sierra Vista, AZ
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Long-term care, hospice, and rehabilitation.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Performed wound care, including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications, and providing other necessary treatments.
- Performed routine laboratory tests, including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring, and others.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously, or intramuscularly, according to physicians' orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2022
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Galen College Of Nursing
San Antonio, TX05.2020
LPN Certificate of Completion -
Cochise College
Sierra Vista, AZ05.2013
Master of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXSkills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Medication administration: oral, sublingual, topical, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intravascular
- Care plan development
- Infection control
- Ventilator management
- Family education
- Critical thinking
- Collaboration skills
- Safety protocols
- Team coordination
- Training and mentoring
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient relations
- Wound care/Wound VAC
- IV drug therapy, IVIG, and PICC lines
- Colostomy, ileostomy, and urostomy care
- Indwelling and suprapubic catheter management expert
- Tracheotomy care
- JP tube, PEG tube, NG tube care, and gastroenteral nutrition education
- Pain management
- Family and patient support
- Diabetes and hypertension management
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Physical assessments
- Vascular care
- Direct patient care
- Critical care
- Staff supervision
- Nursing plan development
- Insulin medication assistance
- Patient discharge
- Feeding pumps
- Complex Problem-solving
- Strong medical ethics
- Maintaining privacy
- Body mechanics
- Patient care
- Performing ekgs
- Medical records management
- Life-sustaining machines
- Home health care
- Geriatric treatment
- Patient satisfaction and process improvement, Daisy recipient at Methodist Stone Oak, Employee of the Month at Maxim Home Health
Languages
- Bilingual-Spanish
Timeline
Registered Nurse Pediatric Home Health
Ageless Living Home Health
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Neuro/Tele
Methodist Hospital Stone Oak
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, PICU
Methodist Children
10.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor
Maxim Healthcare Services
08.2021 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse Home Health Adult/Pediatric
Maxim Healthcare Services
01.2020 - 08.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Five Star Senior Living
08.2016 - 12.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Canyon Vista Medical Center Behavioral Health
05.2015 - 08.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Life Care Center of Sierra
05.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Galen College Of Nursing
LPN Certificate of Completion -
Cochise College
Master of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
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