Kassandra Martinez
Perrysburg,OH
Summary
Diligent Registered Nurse with hands-on experience in a fast-paced emergency department, skilled in peripheral IV access, and rapid patient assessment. Proven ability to manage multiple critical cases simultaneously while maintaining accurate documentation. Frequently recognized for strong work ethic and positive energy. Aiming to expand knowledge base and critical thinking skills as a AI trainer in the healthcare domain.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Nurse
Bon Secours Mercy Health
05.2022 - Current
- Currently acts as operational shift leader on weekend only nights. Handling patient flow, triage coordination, staff assignments, communication/collaboration with House Supervisor, and resource allocation to support unit efficiency.
- Coordinated care with physicians, respiratory therapists, and ancillary staff during high-volume shifts.
- Assess and triage patients rapidly, prioritizing care based on acuity and severity of conditions, ensuring timely treatment for critical cases.
- Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency department setting and respond quickly to emergencies performing life-saving measures.
- Managed multiple patients simultaneously while prioritizing tasks effectively to ensure efficient workflow.
- Monitored vital signs and clinical status, escalating changes promptly to support timely intervention.
- Administered medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, medications, and follow-up care requirements.
- Supported code response efforts and stabilized critically ill patients using advanced emergency nursing skills.
- Assisted with training and mentoring new emergency room nursing staff members, sharing expertise and fostering a supportive team environment.
- Training medical staff in ultrasound-guided IV.
Student Nurse Extern
Bon Secours Mercy Health
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Monitored patient status, reported changes promptly, and escalated concerns using clear clinical communication.
- Supported registered nurses with bedside care, vital signs, and patient comfort measures across inpatient units.
- Assisted with ADLs, such as; hygiene, mobility, feeding, and toileting needs while preserving patient dignity and safety.
- Documented observations accurately in electronic health records and maintained timely chart updates.
Waitress
Outback Steakhouse
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Communicated effectively using positive language.
- High energy and social awareness.
- Created a unique and pleasurable dining experience for patrons.
- Food, safety, and alcoholic beverage regulation.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities and handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Ohio
Toledo, OH05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Ohio
Toledo, OH12.2021
Skills
- Trauma resuscitation PALS & ACLS certification NIH Stroke Scale
- NIH Stroke Scale
- Ultrasound IV Certified
- Crisis de-escalation
- Healthcare technology
- Deadline oriented time management task prioritization
- Organizational and multitasking abilities
- Deadline oriented
- time management
- Document typing and formatting [110] WPM
- Document typing and formatting
- [110] WPM
- Medical terminology
- Communication collaboration
- Patient education
- Educational leadership
Timeline
Emergency Room Nurse
Bon Secours Mercy Health
05.2022 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
Bon Secours Mercy Health
03.2020 - 05.2022
Waitress
Outback Steakhouse
08.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Ohio
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Ohio