MAKENNA MARTIN
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and skilled CVICU nurse with extensive experience in delivering high-quality care to cardiac surgical and advanced heart failure patients. Seeking to leverage expertise in advanced cardiac mechanical interventions and transition to providing field-based support for healthcare team members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiovascular Care Unit Nurse
Banner University Medical Center
Phoenix, USA
10.2024 - Current
- Oversee and deliver specialized care for post-cardiac surgery and advanced heart failure patients in a high-acuity 28-bed Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU).
- Administer advanced therapeutic interventions to critically ill cardiovascular patients requiring mechanical circulatory support systems.
- Demonstrate clinical proficiency with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), total artificial heart implantation (TAH, BiVACOR), Protek duo/ RVAD, left ventricular assist devices (LVADs), intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), Impella CP, RP & 5.5, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).
- Provide specialized clinical instruction and mentorship to nursing students during rotations, focusing on cutting-edge cardiac care practices.
Cardiac Intensive Care Nurse
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
Nashville, USA
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Supported staff development through mentorship and precepting of new graduate and experienced RNs in a 20-bed, high-acuity cardiac care unit.
- Coordinated comprehensive care for critically ill patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing management of post-cath, cardiogenic shock, heart failure, and respiratory failure cases.
- Delivered advanced critical care for patients requiring mechanical circulatory and life-support devices, including ECMO, LVAD, RVAD, Impella CP & 5.5, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), Swan-Ganz catheters, external pacemakers, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).
Medication Aid/Caregiver
Friendsview Retirement Community
Newberg, USA
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Administered scheduled and 'as needed' medications and treatments to ensure patient health and well-being.
- Provided physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising.
- Answered patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
- Engaged with patients to assess emotional needs and provide necessary support and assistance.
- Documented and reported patient behavior, complaints, and physical symptoms to nurses for timely care and intervention.
Microbiology Teaching Assistant
George Fox University
Newberg, USA
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Facilitated office hours for Microbiology, assisting students with homework and study questions.
- Observed and mentored students, ensuring they learn and follow proper lab protocol when handling pathogenic microorganisms.
- Demonstrated aseptic technique in laboratory settings to prevent contamination.
- Graded assignments for professors, ensuring timely feedback for students.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
BELMONT UNIVERSITY
Nashville, Tennessee12-2022
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Biology
GEORGE FOX UNIVERSITY
Newberg, Oregon05-2021
Skills
- Advanced hemodynamic monitoring and mechanical circulatory device management and troubleshooting
- Interpretation and application of patient clinical status and data in guiding patient care
- Physician and multidisciplinary collaboration with cardiac surgeons and interventionists
- High-pressure decision making
- Emergency response
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
- Time management
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) License, #314529
- Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN), #2000605628
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- ELSO Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Certification
Activities
- STEMI Practice Counsel, 2026
- Nurse Practice Counsel, 2024
- Biology Student Council Secretary, 2019 - 2021
- NCAA DIII Softball - George Fox University, 2017 - 2019
- Student Athlete Advisory Committee, 2018 - 2019
Timeline
Cardiovascular Care Unit Nurse
Banner University Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Cardiac Intensive Care Nurse
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
02.2023 - 10.2024
Microbiology Teaching Assistant
George Fox University
01.2020 - 05.2021
Medication Aid/Caregiver
Friendsview Retirement Community
05.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
BELMONT UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Biology
GEORGE FOX UNIVERSITY