Kerie Martin
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Proven track record in chronic disease management and emergency response, honed across reputable institutions including Novant Health, and NEA Baptist. Expert in cardiac care, demonstrating significant patient outcome improvements. Skilled communicator, adept at coordinating multidisciplinary team efforts to enhance patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Novant Health Heart and Vascular Institute
11.2023 - Current
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper cardiac disease management, safe medication use, pre and post procedure care, and health maintenance.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias, coronary artery disease, dyslipidemia, and hypertension.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities and evidence-based practice competencies to further nursing education.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients in the ambulatory cardiac clinic, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Practiced regular phone triage and frequently acted as a resource nurse which covered the practice as a whole including CFH, HTN, Cardio-Oncology, A-fib, General Cardiology, and satellite clinics.
Registered Nurse
Adoration HomeHealth
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Incorporated therapeutic, rehabilitative and nursing goals into detailed, individualized care plans based on diagnoses.
- Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
- Trained, guided, supported and supervised home health aide care providers.
Travel RN
Medical Solutions
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse Oncology
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Recorded all patient discussions and transactions in charts for future reference.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Hospice Nurse
Lower Cape Fear Life Care
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2019
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
Travel RN
Medical Solutions
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital
09.2011 - 04.2014
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
State University, AR05.2011
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Mobility Assistance
- Appointment Scheduling
- Emergency Response
- Performing EKGs
- Chest pain management
- Cardiac Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Novant Health Heart and Vascular Institute
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Adoration HomeHealth
08.2023 - 11.2023
Travel RN
Medical Solutions
10.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse Oncology
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - 05.2021
Hospice Nurse
Lower Cape Fear Life Care
04.2019 - 01.2020
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2019
Travel RN
Medical Solutions
04.2014 - 06.2015
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital
09.2011 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
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