Leithia Martin

• Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
• Manage complex medications that require titration based on patients vital signs
• Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management, while administering and titrating complex medication for patient optimal outcome
• Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems

• Provide direct patient care to patients' with high acuities that are respiratory, cardiac, and neurological impaired
• Telemetry monitoring to assess arrhythmia or change of rhythms with patients
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
• Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care

Registered Nurse/Diabetic Medical/Surgical Unit

• Admit new patients to the unit by completing admission profiles, obtaining admission orders, performing head to toe assessment focusing on physiologic, psychological and cognitive status
• Provide comprehensive care for patient load of 6-7 adult and geriatric patients with acute medical problems
• Performs IV insertions and maintain peripheral lines for medication administration and blood draws
• Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses
• Performing charge duties and precepting new graduate with new skills and hospital policies within a three month time frame.