Kaley Martin

- Worked closely with providers to provide acute and chronic care to patients by managing their medications and prescriptions, performing assessments to monitor for symptoms or changes of acute and chronic illnesses, administered vaccinations, obtained vitals and EKG’s, communicated with insurance companies and multiple healthcare agencies to assure patients were getting the proper treatment and care they need.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management strategies.
• Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic health records for accuracy and compliance.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

• Provided care to patients recovering from acute and chronic injuries and illnesses in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.
• Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic health records for accuracy and compliance.

• Mentored junior nurses, enhancing team skills and improving overall patient care quality.
• Led quality improvement initiatives that streamlined nursing workflows, increasing operational efficiency.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management strategies.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

I supervised in-home caregivers and created care plans based on individual needs for dozens of patients. I monitored the medications of multiple patients and made home visits as needed monthly to perform assessments. Communicated with DME and health insurance companies to make sure patients were receiving the proper care and equipment at home.