Gina Martinez
Hialeah,FL
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at the University of Miami Hospital, adept in EPIC Beacon and staff mentoring. Spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced patient care and nursing staff retention. Expert in chemotherapy administration and clinical trial management, demonstrating exceptional clinical judgment and a commitment to oncological excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Manager Hematology Oncology/ OCC
University of Miami Hospital
Miami, FL
06.2022 - Current
- Led a team of 60 nurses and 24 support staff, managing daily operations in a high-acuity oncology unit specializing in high-dose chemotherapy, hematology/oncology, and research care.
- Direct unit operations, including staffing, productivity, and resource allocation, ensure efficient functioning and delivery of high-quality patient care.
- Oversee the implementation of clinical trials, collaborating with research teams to ensure compliance with protocols, regulatory standards, and ethical guidelines.
- Develop and refine evidence-based treatment protocols for high-dose chemotherapy and hematology/oncology patients to improve care outcomes, and reduce patient complications.
- Spearheaded professional development programs for nursing staff, providing training on the latest oncology treatments, emerging research, and best practices in patient care.
- Implemented and led performance improvement initiatives, contributing to harmful events, increased patient satisfaction scores, reduced treatment delays, and improved nursing retention rates.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and senior leadership to identify opportunities for enhancing patient care strategies, operational efficiency, and staff engagement.
- Serve as a mentor and resource for staff, promoting a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Charge Nurse/RN Floor Nurse
University of Miami Hospital
Miami, FL
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Serve as the nursing leader on the unit, overseeing daily operations, staffing assignments, and patient flow.
- Supervise and guide nursing staff, including RNs, CNAs, and Unit Secretaries, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and safety protocols.
- Act as a liaison between medical staff, nursing teams, and other departments to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Assist with the training and orientation of new staff, and provide ongoing education to the nursing team on oncology and hematology-related procedures.
- Coordinate and oversee the planning and delivery of patient care, ensuring that they receive the appropriate treatments, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and blood transfusions.
- Assess patients' physical and emotional needs, monitor their progress, and adjust care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, including chemotherapy drugs, and manage potential side effects and complications.
- Educate patients and their families about treatment plans, side effects, symptom management, and post-care instructions.
- Apply expert knowledge of oncology, hematology, chemotherapy, and related medical treatments to support patient care decisions.
- Assist in developing and implementing clinical protocols, including infection control measures, pain management, and chemotherapy administration guidelines.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary rounds, and provide insights into patient care needs from a nursing perspective.
- Foster team collaboration and address concerns related to patient care, workload, and morale, to promote a positive and supportive environment.
- Provide mentoring and professional development opportunities for nursing staff.
- Serve as a role model in terms of clinical practice, professionalism, and compassion toward patients and families.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
School Health Initiative Nurse
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Miami, FL
03.2017 - 02.2020
- Empower adolescents to make informed decisions about their health by offering resources and guidance on self-care, prevention, and safety.
- Address mental health concerns by offering emotional support, counseling, or referrals to mental health professionals.
- Encourage and support open conversations about mental well-being, and provide strategies for coping with stress, anxiety, and peer pressure.
- Administer vaccines according to public health guidelines, and offer preventive care, such as well-child visits, screenings for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and pregnancy tests.
- Promote awareness about regular health check-ups, dental care, and eye care.
- Collaborate with doctors, mental health professionals, social workers, and educators to ensure comprehensive care for adolescents.
- Refer adolescents to specialists or community resources, including support groups, mental health services, or substance abuse counseling.
- Provide education on medication adherence, lifestyle adjustments, and regular monitoring to help adolescents manage chronic conditions, like asthma, diabetes, or obesity.
- Work closely with families to develop plans that ensure adolescents follow prescribed treatments, and lead healthy lives.
- Provide immediate care and support during crises, such as injuries, suicide ideation, or cases of abuse.
- Ensure adolescents in crisis are referred to the appropriate emergency services or community resources.
- Ensure that adolescents, especially those from underprivileged backgrounds, receive fair access to healthcare services.
- Help to reduce the stigma surrounding free clinics, and promote their services to underserved adolescents.
- Work with schools and local organizations to create health promotion programs to raise awareness of adolescent health issues.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing -
Florida National University
Hialeah, FL01.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Florida National University
Hialeah, FL01.2016
Skills
- EPIC Beacon Expert
- Quality controls
- Corrective action implementation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Policy development
- Performance improvement
- Chemotherapy drug administration
- Immunotherapy
- End-of-life care
- Clinical trial management
- Oncological emergencies
- Cancer care coordination
- Central line management
Certification
Florida Registered Nurse, RN9439779
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
ONS Chemotherapy Biotherapy Provider
CITI Biomedical Researchers/ Good Clinic Practice
Committees
- ONS Miami Dade Chapter
- Chair of CLABSI Zero Harm committee
- Co-Chair of Patient Experience Collaboration with Nursing
- Opioid Stewardship Committe
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Martinez, Gina (2025) Utilizing Admission, Discharge, and Transfer (ADT) Nurse in Oncology Nurse, ONS
- Martinez, Gina (2025) Enhancing Administration Efficiency of Chemotherapy and Biotherapy with Certified Oncology Registered Nurses in Non-Oncology Units, ONS
- Martinez, Gina (2024) Decreasing Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection (CLABSI) and Standardized Infection Ratio (SIR) in an Inpatient Medical Oncology Unit by Use of a Sterile Table, ONS
- Martinez, Gina (2024) Revolutionizing Patient-Centric Approaches to Newly Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - Approved Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy, and Biotherapy (CIB) at an Academic Medical Center's Inpatient Oncology Floor, ONS
Timeline
Unit Manager Hematology Oncology/ OCC
University of Miami Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Charge Nurse/RN Floor Nurse
University of Miami Hospital
03.2020 - 06.2022
School Health Initiative Nurse
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
03.2017 - 02.2020
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing -
Florida National University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Florida National University
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