Kenia Martinez
FULSHEAR,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Director
River Oaks Hospital and Clinics
Houston, TX
09.2023 - Current
- Reviewed patient records to ensure compliance with departmental regulations and standards of care.
- Served as a liaison between medical staff members and administrative personnel in order to address any outstanding issues or concerns.
- Established relationships with local community organizations to promote health awareness programs.
- Oversaw staffing levels, budgets, and performance of staff in the Emergency Department.
- Managed personnel issues such as hiring, training, evaluating job performance and resolving conflicts.
- Provided leadership support to clinical staff in order to enhance their professional development.
- Monitored daily operations of the Emergency Department including triage, admissions, discharges, transfers and documentation processes.
- Assessed resource utilization in the Emergency Department to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Participated in committees or task forces related to emergency services planning or policy formation.
Emergency Room Manager
St. Joseph Medical Center
Houston, TX
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted with recruiting efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions within the department.
- Participated in budgeting processes related to staffing, supplies, equipment and capital needs for the Emergency Department.
- Performed periodic audits of medical charts ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission.
- Analyzed data collected through surveys or other sources to identify areas needing improvement in terms of patient satisfaction or service delivery.
- Conducted regular meetings with department staff members to discuss operational issues and performance improvement initiatives.
- Facilitated training programs aimed at improving clinical competencies among nursing staff members.
Travel Nurse
Angel Staffing
Livingnston, TX
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided emotional support to family members during traumatic events in the ER setting.
- Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
- Managed a high volume of patients while prioritizing emergent cases for timely interventions.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding safety standards, infection control protocols and medication administration practices.
- Educated and informed patients about their diagnosis, medications, treatments and follow-up care instructions.
ER Charge Nurse
St. Joseph Medical Center In The Heights
Houston, TX
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Implemented safety protocols by performing rounds throughout the ER unit ensuring proper equipment functioning and safety measures are met.
- Actively participated in process improvement initiatives designed to improve overall patient satisfaction scores.
- Directed nursing staff in providing quality care services to patients in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Provided leadership support during times of crisis or high volume activity ensuring adequate staffing levels are maintained at all times.
Charge Nurse
Park Ten Surgical Center
Houston, TX
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Registered Nurse Educator
St. Joseph Medical Center
Houston, TX
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Maintained detailed records of training activities and staff progress against targets.
- Served as a mentor for newly hired nurses by providing guidance about roles and responsibilities.
- Participated in committees focused on accreditation requirements related to nursing education programs.
School Nurse
Katy Independent School District
Katy, TX
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
- Collaborated with teachers and other staff members to ensure a safe learning environment for students. Including teaching BLS.
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05-2019
Associate of Applied Science -
Houston Community College
Houston05-2008
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Employee Recruitment, Hiring and Education
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Employee Supervision
- Critical Thinking
- Process Improvement
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Accomplishments
- Excellence in Nursing Award
I had the honor to be the only nurse from St. Joseph Medical Center to be awarded the Bronze Excellence in Nursing Award in 2018. I was nominated by my peers after Hurricane Harvey and my contributions to our department and the rest of the hospital.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Livingnston
· Registered Nurse-State of Texas, Lic#756595 Active
· Trauma Nurse Core Certified - TNCC, Active
· Advanced Cardiac Life Support- ACLS, Active
· Pediatric Advanced Life Support- PALS, Active
· Critical Care Registered Nurse- CCRN, Active
· Member of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses.
Timeline
Emergency Department Director
River Oaks Hospital and Clinics
09.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Manager
St. Joseph Medical Center
07.2022 - 08.2023
Travel Nurse
Angel Staffing
08.2021 - 04.2022
ER Charge Nurse
St. Joseph Medical Center In The Heights
04.2020 - 07.2021
Charge Nurse
Park Ten Surgical Center
07.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse Educator
St. Joseph Medical Center
08.2016 - 06.2019
School Nurse
Katy Independent School District
06.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Applied Science -
Houston Community College
Livingnston
· Registered Nurse-State of Texas, Lic#756595 Active
· Trauma Nurse Core Certified - TNCC, Active
· Advanced Cardiac Life Support- ACLS, Active
· Pediatric Advanced Life Support- PALS, Active
· Critical Care Registered Nurse- CCRN, Active
· Member of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses.
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