Holly Martin
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
BSN-prepared Registered Nurse with neuroscience experience since 2023 specializing in stroke care, neurosurgical patients, and detailed neurologic assessments. Recognized preceptor and Unit Practice Council Chair with strong clinical judgment and leadership skills, fostering clinical competence and confidence. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration. Currently seeking a position in the Intensive Care Unit to further develop critical thinking skills and provide high-quality care to critically ill patients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
UCHealth Memorial Central
08.2023 - Current
- Providing care to stroke, seizure, and neurosurgical patients, including neuro-trauma and spine surgery.
- Performing detailed neurologic assessments and escalating urgent changes promptly.
- Educating patients and families on stroke prevention and post-operative wound care and expectations.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and maintaining compliance with EPIC charting requirements.
- Preceptor (Feb 2025 – Present): Training and mentoring new nurses to build clinical competence and confidence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado
Colorado Springs, CO 05-2023
Skills
- Neurological assessment
- Stroke care
- Post-op neurosurgical care
- Stroke education
- Precepting
- Leadership and shared governance
- EHR (EPIC) documentation and compliance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Licenses & Certification
- Colorado RN License RN.1691696
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), August 2023 - Present
- Basic Life Support – American Heart Association
Awards and Acknowledgements
Celebrating You Award, 2024
DAISY Award Nomination, 2025
Preceptor of the Quarter, 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UCHealth Memorial Central
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado