Maria G. Martinez
Gonzales,CA
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Professional with 8 years of experience delivering care in diverse healthcare settings. Expertise in medication administration, health education, and wound care. Strong communication and project management skills, with a proven ability to multitask effectively in fast-paced environments. Recognized for proactive problem-solving and fostering relationships to enhance patient comfort and safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
In Home Health Care Services
11.2023 - 08.2025
- Ensured patient safety by administering prescribed medications and treatments effectively.
- Monitored and documented vital signs to evaluate patient conditions accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create customized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management for better treatment adherence.
- Conducted regular assessments to modify care plans according to patient progress.
- Implemented infection control best practices to enhance healthcare safety.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Costal Kids Home Care
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Monitored patient progress and reported any changes in condition to the supervising nurse.
- Observed and reported changes in patient status to the charge nurse in a timely manner.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans that resulted in improved patient outcomes.
- Provided patient education and counseling on disease prevention, health promotion, and lifestyle modifications.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients and their families.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Salinas Valley Post Acute
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Salinas Valley Post Acute/ Subacute Unit
06.2017 - 07.2023
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Provided quality care to elderly patients in a long-term care facility setting.
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Department Of Corrections
08.2018 - 12.2020
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.
- Kept up-to-date on all safety protocols related to a job role.
- Monitored vital signs of assigned patients according to established standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes were achieved.
Education
A.A - Liberal Arts with emphasis in Psychology
Hartnell College
Salinas05.2023
A.S. - Vocational Nursing
Hartnell Community College
Salinas05.2023
Associate of Science - REGISTERED NURSE
International College of Health Sciences
09-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA05-2027
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Communication
- Wound Care
- Infection Control
- Infection
- Patient Safety
- Compassionate care
- Patient care
- Patient education
- Clinical judgment
Certification
- Registered Nurse #RN95437133
- Infection Control Preventionist
- Licensed Vocational Nurse #735167
- Certified Nurses Assistant #00974893
- BLS (active)
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
In Home Health Care Services
11.2023 - 08.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Costal Kids Home Care
09.2023 - 11.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Salinas Valley Post Acute
07.2023 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Department Of Corrections
08.2018 - 12.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Salinas Valley Post Acute/ Subacute Unit
06.2017 - 07.2023
A.S. - Vocational Nursing
Hartnell Community College
A.A - Liberal Arts with emphasis in Psychology
Hartnell College
Associate of Science - REGISTERED NURSE
International College of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, Monterey Bay