Joanna Martin, LVN
Newbury Park,CA
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with a proven track record in clinical leadership and care coordination. Expert in medication management, staff training, and quality improvement, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager
Monte Nido Clementine Malibu Lake
Agoura Hills, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted in managing daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
- Coordinated patient care activities and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans.
- Facilitated staff training sessions on best practices and updated protocols to enhance service delivery.
- Monitored patient progress and reported significant changes to senior management for timely interventions.
- Supported recruitment efforts by participating in interviews and onboarding processes for new nursing staff.
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Maintained open lines of communication with patients'' families to ensure their needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Ensured timely documentation of all nursing activities within electronic medical records system, contributing to accurate record keeping and informed decision-making processes.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff and administration, advocating for the needs of both parties to promote overall organizational success.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and professional growth opportunities for nursing staff.
Senior Staff Nurse
Alsana
Thousand Oaks, CA
05.2018 - 03.2024
- Led nursing team in delivering high-quality patient care within psychiatric residential treatment settings.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory standards.
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing their clinical skills and fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and tailor therapeutic interventions effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies and improve patient outcomes.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing errors and enhancing patient safety protocols.
- Educated patients on managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, empowering them to take control of their health.
Staff Nurse
Wellnessmart, MD
Thousand Oaks, CA
08.2013 - 02.2020
- Streamlined clinic operations by maintaining accurate patient records and scheduling appointments efficiently.
- Administered immunizations as needed for disease prevention in accordance with established guidelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare team to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Increased staff efficiency through effective delegation of tasks and proper utilization of resources.
- Demonstrated exceptional clinical skills and knowledge by consistently updating personal education through participation in relevant workshops, seminars, and training sessions.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients and their families during clinic visits, providing compassionate care at all times.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Nursing
PMCI
Westlake Village, CA01-2012
Skills
- Staff development
- Ethical practice
- Quality improvement
- Care coordination
- Medication management
- Compassionate care
- Medical records management
- Nursing team oversight
- Schedule management
- Patient care assessment
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager
Monte Nido Clementine Malibu Lake
03.2024 - Current
Senior Staff Nurse
Alsana
05.2018 - 03.2024
Staff Nurse
Wellnessmart, MD
08.2013 - 02.2020
Graduate Certificate - Nursing
PMCI