Elizabeth Martinez
Registered Nurse
Kapolei,HI
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Energetic Nurse Aide with seventeen years of experience providing comprehensive patient support and care. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergencies. Expertise in critical care and geriatrics
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Queens Hospital Center
04.2016 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ann Pearl Nursing Facility
04.2007 - 05.2016
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Roselani Place
11.2006 - 02.2007
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported the needs of residents in the memory care unit.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
01.2006 - 10.2006
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Volunteer
Boy Scouts
08.2017 - 09.2019
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Volunteer
Best Buddies
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kapi'olani Community College
Honolulu, HI12.2023
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Mobility Assistance
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Feeding
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Specimen Collection
Timeline
Volunteer
Best Buddies
09.2018 - 08.2019
Volunteer
Boy Scouts
08.2017 - 09.2019
Nursing Assistant
Queens Hospital Center
04.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ann Pearl Nursing Facility
04.2007 - 05.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Roselani Place
11.2006 - 02.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
01.2006 - 10.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kapi'olani Community College
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