Erika Martin BSN, RN
Moore
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate multi-state licensed Registered Nurse with 10+ years of healthcare experience offering individualized patient care in inpatient and outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve patient outcomes. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Quality-focused and efficiency driven leadership skills focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg
12.2024 - Current
- Streamlined care coordination processes, resulting in reduced hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Integrated primary care with specialty services, behavioral health, and community resources to improve patient care coordination.
- Assessed readiness for change during AccessHealth enrollments using motivational interviewing and risk stratification tools.
- Documented health records to enhance care planning for AccessHealth enrollments and renewals.
Endoscopy PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse
Grady Health System
Atlanta
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Monitored vitals and assessed patients in recovery room, ensuring stable post-operative condition and timely interventions
- Evaluated patients' pain levels and administered appropriate medication, enhancing patient comfort and recovery experience
- Assessed cardio-respiratory systems for deviations and administered treatment.
- Documented treatment and medications administered, educating patients and families on discharge instructions to promote safe recovery
Travel PACU Registered Nurse
Charlotte Wendover Surgery Center
Charlotte
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Assessed patients' pain levels, administering appropriate medication to effectively manage discomfort
- Monitored patients' vital signs post-anesthesia for safety and recovery.
- Administered medications as prescribed to ensure patient comfort and pain management.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to coordinate care plans and recovery protocols.
Travel PACU Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Surgery Center
Spartanburg
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Monitored vitals and assessed patients in recovery room post-surgery to ensure stable recovery
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations and delivered appropriate treatment based on findings
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort
- Documented treatments, medications, and IVs administered; educated patients and families on discharge instructions and follow-up care
PACU Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Monitored vitals and conducted assessments of recovery room patients post-surgery to ensure stable recovery.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for abnormalities, delivering timely interventions to maintain patient stability.
- Assessed patients' pain levels, administered appropriate medication dosages to enhance comfort.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, educated patients and families on discharge instructions and follow-up care
Travel Vaccination/Dose Preparer Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Colorado Springs
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Administered COVID-19 vaccines via intramuscular injections, monitoring patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy
- Determined proper dosages and adhered to strict safety measures, ensuring accurate vaccine administration
- Educated patients and families on COVID-19 vaccine side effects and guidelines for seeking medical treatment
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care at a high-volume mass vaccination setting
Resource Pool Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg
06.2018 - 03.2021
- Provided comprehensive care to patients with diverse diagnoses, overseeing treatment from initiation through completion to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Administered medications and treatments while collaborating with healthcare teams to tailor care plans based on patient responses
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Monitored patient conditions by interpreting EKG readings and identifying irregular telemetry patterns, promptly communicating changes in stability to the healthcare team
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Bon Secour St. Francis Hospital Eastside
Greenville
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Provided exceptional care for patients having elective orthopedic surgeries including knee, hip, and shoulder replacements
- Managed recovery of patients post-surgery, facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention, and pain management to enhance healing and comfort
- Implemented critical interventions, administering medications and IVs, performing catheter insertion and removal, and managing airways to ensure patient safety and recovery
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment options, and post-surgery lifestyle management to empower informed decision-making and promote recovery
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC12.2014
Skills
- Clinical Health Assessments
- Patient Education/Discharge Planning
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards/Protocols
- Infection Control and Prevention
- Evidence-Based Practice
- EPIC EMR management
- Telephonic triage
- Appointment scheduling
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking abilities
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Excellent Communication/Teamwork Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Compact Registered Nurse, License number 229752
Degree
BSN, RN
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Endoscopy PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse
Grady Health System
03.2023 - 09.2023
Travel PACU Registered Nurse
Charlotte Wendover Surgery Center
12.2022 - 02.2023
Travel PACU Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Surgery Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
PACU Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
08.2021 - 09.2022
Travel Vaccination/Dose Preparer Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
05.2021 - 07.2021
Resource Pool Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
06.2018 - 03.2021
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Bon Secour St. Francis Hospital Eastside
07.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of South Carolina Upstate