Maria Martin
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Registered Nurse with 26+ years of clinical experience, including service within the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, specializing in PACU and pre-operative care. Proven clinician with leadership experience in a rotating Charge Nurse role, with expertise in triage, rapid assessment, patient education, and care coordination. Highly skilled in managing high-acuity patients, prioritizing complex clinical situations, and delivering safe, Veteran-centered care. Experienced in quality improvement through Unit-Based Council leadership. Seeking to transition clinical expertise into a Clinical Contact Center RN role supporting telehealth and virtual care services.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – PACU & Pre-Op
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
Tucson, AZ
09.2020 - Current
- Perform comprehensive pre- and post-anesthesia assessments, identifying complications and initiating interventions
- Triage and prioritize high-acuity patients in a fast-paced environment
- Provide patient education regarding procedures, recovery, medications, and follow-up care
- Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
- Document patient care accurately using CPRS
- Apply critical thinking and independent clinical judgment to escalate care when necessary
- Coordinate discharge planning and safe patient transitions
- Maintain readiness for emergency situations and implement appropriate interventions
- Serve in a rotating Charge Nurse role for Pre-Op and PACU, coordinating staffing, patient flow, and unit operations on assigned shifts
- Mentor and support nursing staff, promoting teamwork and efficient workflow
- Participate in Unit-Based Council initiatives focused on quality improvement and patient care outcomes
- Previously served as Unit-Based Council Co-Chair and Chair, contributing to unit-level decision-making, staff engagement, and practice improvements
Registered Nurse – PACU, Interventional Radiology
Tucson Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
07.2015 - 09.2020
- Provided post-anesthesia care and monitoring for surgical and interventional radiology patients
- Assisted with pre- and post-procedural care in interventional radiology
- Assessed and managed patients with complex and acute conditions
- Delivered patient and family education related to procedures and recovery
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, coordinated care
- Maintained accurate and timely electronic documentation
- Prioritized care in a high-volume clinical environment
Registered Nurse – PACU, Interventional Radiology, Med-Surg (Urology), Home Health
Gila Regional Medical Center
Silver City, NM
05.1999 - 07.2015
- Delivered nursing care across multiple specialties including PACU, interventional radiology, medical-surgical urology, and home health
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments in both acute and outpatient settings
- Managed patients with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions
- Provided patient and family education tailored to individual care needs
- Coordinated care transitions including discharge planning and home health follow-up
- Developed strong triage, prioritization, and independent decision-making skills
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support optimal patient outcomes
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Western New Mexico University
1000 W College Ave, Silver City, NM 88061 05-1999
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Western New Mexico University
1000 W College Ave, Silver City, NM 88061 05-1999
Skills
- Clinical Triage
- Independent Decision-Making
- Veteran-Centered Care
- Care Coordination
- Patient Education
- Emergency Response
- EHR Documentation (CPRS)
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Quality Improvement
- Administration of IV medications
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Arizona (multi state)
- BLS – Basic Life Support
- ACLS – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Languages
English
Spanish
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse – PACU & Pre-Op
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
09.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse – PACU, Interventional Radiology
Tucson Medical Center
07.2015 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse – PACU, Interventional Radiology, Med-Surg (Urology), Home Health
Gila Regional Medical Center
05.1999 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science -
Western New Mexico University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Western New Mexico University