Edith Martinez
Chicago
Summary
Highly skilled nursing professional with strong background in healthcare management and patient care. Expertise in team collaboration, staff supervision, and problem-solving to ensure effective and efficient clinical operations. Known for adaptability, reliability, and maintaining high standards to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Proficient in critical thinking, communication, and leadership within dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NURSE MANAGER
University Of Chicago Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed 40+ nurses and nursing activities in 40-bed/chair unit by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Coordinated staffing resources during times of high patient acuity or census fluctuations to maintain optimal nurse-to-patient ratios.
Nursing House Supervisor
McNeal Hospital
09.2024 - Current
- Served as a liaison between hospital administration and nursing staff, advocating for improvements that positively impacted patient care delivery.
- Exemplified strong leadership skills by serving as a mentor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance and support throughout their onboarding process.
- Promoted a safe working environment for nursing staff by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines.
- Streamlined communication between departments for better patient care and timely treatment.
- Improved patient satisfaction by implementing efficient nursing schedules and staff assignments.
TRANSPLANT COORDINATOR
University of Chicago Hospital
10.2020 - 05.2023
- Maintained detailed records of all transplant-related activities, ensuring accurate reporting to internal and external agencies.
- Served as an advocate for patients throughout their transplant journey, addressing concerns and providing support as needed.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and quality of care.
- Coordinator Post Lung Transplant care for patients with end-stage lung disease.
- Scheduled tests and procedures for patients needing additional or specialized care.
- Managed care fro lung transplant patients, coordinating appointments, medications and education
- Facilitated efficient organ allocation by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of UNOS policies and procedures.
BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT COORDINATOR
Loyola University Medical Center
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed complex transplant cases, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all required documentation.
- Coordinated pre and post transplant care for Bone Marrow transplant patients.
- Managed patients treatment schedules and coordinated with multidisciplinary teams.
- Ensure compliance with transplant protocols and maintained accurate patient records.
- Worked with Donor Registry Program BE THE MATCH
REGISTERED NURSE
Loyola University Medical Center
06.2002 - 09.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Provided compassionate care to patients in fast-paced hospital setting
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Educated patients and families on post-transplant care and management of side effects
- Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Administration
Education
BSN -
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, Illinois05.2017
ADN -
Morton College
Cicero, Illinois05.2001
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Clinical expertise
- Staff leadership
- Problem-solving
- Quality improvement
- Bilingual
- Clinical leadership
- Compassionate care
- Organizational skills
Certification
-BMTCN
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Nursing House Supervisor
McNeal Hospital
09.2024 - Current
NURSE MANAGER
University Of Chicago Hospital
05.2023 - Current
TRANSPLANT COORDINATOR
University of Chicago Hospital
10.2020 - 05.2023
BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT COORDINATOR
Loyola University Medical Center
09.2019 - 10.2020
REGISTERED NURSE
Loyola University Medical Center
06.2002 - 09.2019
ADN -
Morton College
BSN -
Loyola University Chicago
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