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Lisa Martin

Belleview,FL

Summary

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinic Registered Nurse

IHS
05.2023 - Current
  • Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
  • Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
  • Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
  • Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
  • Partnered with support technicians, nursing staff and social workers to coordinate services.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

RN PCU/ Stepdown Registered Nurse

Lourdes Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.

Select Specialty Hospital

Loyal Source Government Services, LLC
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

St Elizabeths Hospital

ProLink Healthcare
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

IV Infusions

Freedom Healthcare
07.2021 - 11.2021

administered IV medications for COVID

RN ED

Jackson Mississippi VA Hospital
03.2021 - 07.2021
  • Communicated frequently with pare
    nts, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

RN ICU

Prime Staffing
12.2020 - 02.2021
  • Documented work in hospital system and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess, plan and implement evidence-based patient care.
  • Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments to evaluate treatment progress.
  • Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver optimal patient outcomes.
  • Counseled patients and families on treatments, care options and discharge instructions.
  • Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.

Infection Preventionist

Loyal Source
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • Educated staff about importance of using measures to prevent spread of flu and gastroenteritis.
  • Gathered and submitted data to regulatory agencies for mandatory report infections such as [Type].
  • Identified and mitigated unnecessary infection risks through regular reviews and procedural assessments.
  • Developed and improved infection control procedures.

COVID Rapid Response TEAM

Maxham Healthcare
06.2020 - 09.2020
  • Assessed data and patient treatment needed to formulate plan-of-care and diagnose treatment urgency.
  • Provided health and informational services and resources to assist client care.
  • Executed data collection and performance-improvement activities to support RRT activations.
  • Lent critical care experience and thinking to streamline rapid response team operations.
  • Recognized and treated COVID-19 symptoms according to established policies and practices.
  • Educated patients on preventive healthcare strategies and at-home care.
  • Upheld correct protocols for infection prevention and control

COVID-19 ICU RN

Mount Sinai West With Prime Staffing
04.2020 - 06.2020
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
  • Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
  • Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.

RN Floor Nurse

Loyal Source Government Services, LLC
07.2018 - 04.2020
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.

RN, ICU

Promise Hospital
06.2012 - 06.2018
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Taylor College
Belleview, FL
05.2012

Skills

  • Patient Health Information Privacy
  • Treatment Recommendations
  • Heart Failure Assessment
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Airway Management
  • Continuity of Care
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Update Electronic Charts
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations

Timeline

Clinic Registered Nurse

IHS
05.2023 - Current

RN PCU/ Stepdown Registered Nurse

Lourdes Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023

Select Specialty Hospital

Loyal Source Government Services, LLC
10.2022 - 03.2023

St Elizabeths Hospital

ProLink Healthcare
06.2022 - 09.2022

IV Infusions

Freedom Healthcare
07.2021 - 11.2021

RN ED

Jackson Mississippi VA Hospital
03.2021 - 07.2021

RN ICU

Prime Staffing
12.2020 - 02.2021

Infection Preventionist

Loyal Source
09.2020 - 12.2020

COVID Rapid Response TEAM

Maxham Healthcare
06.2020 - 09.2020

COVID-19 ICU RN

Mount Sinai West With Prime Staffing
04.2020 - 06.2020

RN Floor Nurse

Loyal Source Government Services, LLC
07.2018 - 04.2020

RN, ICU

Promise Hospital
06.2012 - 06.2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

Taylor College
Lisa Martin