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Isabel Martinez

Woodridge,NY

Summary

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Healthcare professional with robust history in clinical environments, dedicated to improving patient outcomes and ensuring high-quality care. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic patient care and adapt to evolving healthcare needs. Recognized for strong clinical skills and compassionate approach to patient interactions.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Nurse

Doccs
05.2021 - 05.2023
  • Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
  • Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
  • Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each inmate.
  • Prevented potential health crises by conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.

Home Health RN Case Manager

Visiting Nurse of Westchester
12.2013 - 05.2018
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
  • Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
  • Working with client family and community resources
  • Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and selfsufficiency.

Staff RN, Pediatrics and Adult ED

Health and Hospitals Corporation of NYC
10.1987 - 12.2011
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
  • Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
  • Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
  • Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
  • Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
  • Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
  • Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.

Head Nurse ED

Health and Hospital of NYC
12.2006 - 06.2011
  • Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
  • Served as a liaison between the nursing department and hospital administration to address staffing concerns, policy changes, and budgetary issues effectively.
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, identifying areas for growth and providing constructive feedback when necessary.
  • Led multidisciplinary team meetings to review patient progress, adjust care plans as needed, and ensure optimal collaboration among healthcare providers.
  • Enhanced staff efficiency through effective scheduling, workload distribution, and resource allocation.

Pediatric and Med Surg Clinical Instructor

Lehman College, CUNY
09.2004 - 05.2011
  • Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
  • Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
  • Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
  • Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
  • Evaluated student progress through written exams, skill demonstrations, and clinical rotations, ensuring they met program requirements.
  • Provided nursing skill demonstrations for medication administration, dressing changes and clinical logs.
  • Improved student performance with regular assessments and feedback on their clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during lectures.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing clinical instruction for nursing students in various healthcare settings.

Education

Family Theory And Education

SUNY College At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
05-2004

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

SUNY College At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
05-2001

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Support and education
  • Clinical judgment
  • Physical assessments
  • Health promotion
  • Preventive care
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Policy adherence

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Correctional Nurse

Doccs
05.2021 - 05.2023

Home Health RN Case Manager

Visiting Nurse of Westchester
12.2013 - 05.2018

Head Nurse ED

Health and Hospital of NYC
12.2006 - 06.2011

Pediatric and Med Surg Clinical Instructor

Lehman College, CUNY
09.2004 - 05.2011

Staff RN, Pediatrics and Adult ED

Health and Hospitals Corporation of NYC
10.1987 - 12.2011

Family Theory And Education

SUNY College At New Paltz

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

SUNY College At New Paltz

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