Ildefonso Martinez
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
With a robust background in critical care nursing and a demonstrated history of handling complex medical situations, I am well-prepared to join your esteemed hospital. My career spans several key roles across intensive care and emergency departments, showcasing a comprehensive skill set in managing diverse and critical patient conditions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiovascular/Neuro Intensive Care Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood
Houston, Texas
10.2024 - Current
- Worked in a 22 bed CV/ Neuro ICU, with level 1 traumas
- Provide care for patients experiencing various critical conditions such as cardiogenic shock, hypovolemic shock, septic shock, and life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias including V-fib, V-tach, and Asystole
- Oversaw the treatment of patients requiring continuous EKG monitoring and the management of cardiac pacemakers (external, transvenous, and permanent), invasive arterial pressure monitoring, central venous pressure monitoring, pulmonary artery pressure monitoring, and determination of cardiac output
- Handle patients requiring medications such as Inotropic agents (Milrinone, Dopamine), Vasodilators (Nitroglycerine and Nitroprusside), Vasopressors (Levophed, Vasopressin, Epinephrine, and Phenylephrine), blood and blood products, intravenous paralytic and sedative drugs, and insulin drips
- Managed patients experiencing acute respiratory failure, pulmonary pathologies such as pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary edema, hemothorax/pneumothorax, and pulmonary embolism
- Oversaw patients requiring ventilator support and chest tubes
- Provide care for patients with advanced heart failure, ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), pre/post Cardiac Catheterization Lab procedures, & aneurysm repair
- Managed patients with external ventricular devices, cervical stabilization
- Provide specialized nursing care for patients with acute neurological conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, intracranial hemorrhage, and spinal cord injuries
- Utilize advanced monitoring equipment such as intracranial pressure monitors, EEG, and cerebral oximetry to closely monitor neurological status and guide treatment interventions
- Provide education and support to patients and families regarding neurological conditions, treatment options, and rehabilitation resources
- In progress of device training (Impella & CRRT).
Emergency Department Nurse
Doctors Hospital of Laredo
Laredo, Texas
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked in a Level III trauma hospital as an Emergency Department nurse
- Administered comprehensive care to patients presenting with diverse medical conditions, encompassing trauma, cardiac emergencies, respiratory distress, neurological disorders, and infectious diseases
- Initiated and managed vasopressors, sedatives, vasodilators, and thrombolytics to optimize patient outcomes
- Handled critical cases such as myocardial infarction (STEMI/NSTEMI), strokes, sepsis, and multiple traumas
- Fostered collaborative relationships with interdisciplinary teams, including nurses, paramedics, respiratory therapists, and specialists, to facilitate coordinated and comprehensive patient care delivery
- Provided mentorship to nursing students & paramedic students.
Intensive Care Nurse
Doctors Hospital of Laredo
Laredo, Texas
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked within a 24-bed Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit, providing comprehensive care to various of patient conditions including: bowel obstructions, gastrointestinal (GI) bleeds, cardiac dysrhythmias, Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), and Multiple Organ Failure (MOF)
- Monitored wounds meticulously for signs of infection and maintained optimal wound hygiene
- Administered IV therapy, managed blood sugar levels, oversaw blood transfusions, and handled tube feeding
- Inserted and monitored NG tubes and Foley catheters, while also managing chest tubes and various drains such as JP drains, PICC lines, and Central lines
- Provided specialized care and support to patients with musculoskeletal diseases, offering education to both patients and their families on self-care techniques and available support systems
- Managed pre- and post-surgical patients undergoing procedures such as heart catheterizations and aortic dissection repairs
- Administered medications, assessed telemetry, and provided wound care, including the use of wound vacuums
- Conducted focused assessments, monitored and reported abnormal findings including lab values and diagnostic test results, and responded promptly to patients experiencing sudden life-threatening emergencies
- In addition to acute care, educate patients and their families on postoperative home care needs, dietary adjustments, exercise regimens to enhance heart health, and medication administration procedures at home
- Utilized strong communication skills to ensure optimal treatment plan outcomes, particularly in managing patients undergoing active GI bleeding within a mixed ICU environment
- Consistently prioritized patient safety and comfort while maintaining a high standard of clinical excellence in a fast-paced and challenging healthcare setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, Texas01.2022
Skills
- Proficient in critical care nursing practices
- Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Adaptable and able to thrive in fast-paced environments
- Ventilator management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Family Communication
- Patient Safety
- Bedside manner
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- NIHSS, National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Exam
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 02/14/1999
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Cardiovascular/Neuro Intensive Care Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood
10.2024 - Current
Emergency Department Nurse
Doctors Hospital of Laredo
01.2023 - 09.2023
Intensive Care Nurse
Doctors Hospital of Laredo
07.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Texas A&M International University