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Martha Donnelly

Crofton,MD

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with 2 years of bedside experience and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Background in IT and pursuing forensic nursing certification. Experienced in geriatrics, palliative care, wound management, and providing support to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Focused on delivering exceptional patient care and advancing professional development.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence- Forensic RN

Anne Arundel Medical Center
Annapolis, MD
08.2025 - Current
  • Perform medical forensic exams, through sexual assault evidence collection by gathering evidence including lab draws, photos, detailed history and assessments in compliance with program protocols and maintaining chain of custody.
  • Perform forensic photography by utilizing digital photography and alternate source lighting for accurate injury documentation.
  • Deliver compassionate trauma- informed care to patients affected by sexual assault and domestic violence.
  • Educated patients on healthcare and mental health needs during crisis to support informed decision-making.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients to gather detailed case history, facilitating targeted interventions.
  • Oversee patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork for follow-up of services with healthcare team.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge in forensic science and trauma-informed care through ongoing education.

ACE Unit Staff Nurse

Anne Arundel Medical Center
Annapolis, Maryland
02.2023 - Current
  • Manage patient care through detailed assessments and timely interventions in the geriatric population.
  • Monitor patient conditions, identifying deterioration and implementing appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve communication and streamline patient care delivery.
  • Educate patient and families on medications and plan of care
  • Administered medications according to orders and monitored patient responses in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
  • Deliver compassionate care to critically ill patients and their families.
  • Provide meaningful hospice and palliative care, focusing on comfort and support for patients through medication timing, holistic and spiritual care.
  • Administer wound and ostomy care according to protocols and orders.
  • Ensure adherence to unit infection protocols for maintaining optimal patient health.
  • Support unit colleagues in a fast paced hospital environment in addition to orienting nursing students to best practices.
  • Conducted regular assessments and documented patient health status accurately utilizing EHR
  • Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry systems and equipment.
  • IV insertion, catheterization, blood administration and ventilator management

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ICU Student Nurse/ CNA

Baltimore Washington Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Provided direct patient care under RN supervision, ensuring safety and comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to registered nurses.
  • Administered medications prescribed under supervision of RN.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily hygiene routines and activities of daily living.
  • Responded to call lights to address patient needs promptly.
  • Prepared and maintained medical equipment for various procedures.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, and medical staff members.
  • Supported nursing staff with administrative tasks.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.

Cardiac Progressive Care Unit Student Nurse/ CNA

Baltimore Washington Medical Center
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Provided direct patient care under RN supervision, ensuring safety and comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes to registered nurses to ensure timely interventions.
  • Administered medications prescribed under supervision of RN.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily hygiene routines and activities of daily living, enhancing patient comfort and dignity.
  • Prepared and maintained medical equipment for various procedures, ensuring readiness and safety for patient care.
  • Responded to call lights to address patient needs promptly.
  • Supported nursing staff with administrative tasks and scheduling duties.

IT Support/Network Administrator

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab
01.2008 - 01.2016
  • Configured, maintained, and secured all systems, servers, equipment, peripherals on LAN and WAN. Implemented and documented security standards and procedures according to NISPOM policies and guidelines.
  • Provided technical support to staff regarding network-related issues and inquiries.
  • Collaborated with teams to design and implement network solutions for projects.
  • Collaborated with IT staff, management, and vendors to evaluate and recommend technologies that enhanced system performance and strategic alignment.
  • Conducted regular system audits to ensure compliance with government contract policies.
  • Developed detailed documentation of configurations, processes, and procedures to improve knowledge sharing and support for the network environment.
  • Updated hardware and software to maintain network efficiency and compliance standards.
  • Maintained security clearance to ensure compliance with government regulations.

Network Administrator

Richard J. Princinsky & Associates, Inc.
11.2005 - 12.2007
  • Managed IT operations of company's WAN, providing hardware and software support to ensure seamless connectivity for staff.
  • Configured, installed, and maintained all networked and standalone equipment ensuring HIPAA compliance and redundant data backup and storage
  • Provided technical support for hardware and software issues across the organization.
  • Implemented backup solutions to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
  • Coordinated with vendors to troubleshoot and resolve system outages, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational continuity.
  • Controlled employee access and assigned security roles and permissions.
  • Monitored and executed system upgrades and patches to enhance network security and performance.

PC Support Administrator

Polk Audio, Inc.
07.2000 - 11.2005
  • Trained users, documented processes, and configured desktop and client-side hardware and software to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
  • Managed administrative tasks to support daily operations at Polk Audio.
  • Coordinated communication between departments to ensure project alignment.
  • Maintained records and documentation for compliance and auditing purposes.

Education

Certificate - Forensic Nursing Adult/ Adolecense

Forensic Nursing Examiner Training Course
Baltimore, MD
08-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Maryland School of Nursing At Shady Grove
Shady Grove, MD
12-2023

Nursing

Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD
06-2020

Skills

  • Forensic assessment
  • Patient assessment
  • Crisis management
  • Compassionate care
  • Care coordination
  • Infection control
  • Health documentation
  • Time management
  • Prioritization
  • Clinical judgment
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Medical/surgical experience
  • Palliative care
  • Medication administration
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Patient education
  • Critical thinking
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Evidence collection

Certification

• 02/01/2026 - Adult / Adolescent Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE-A) Certification, Pending
• 02/02/2014- Registered Nursing License (Exp. 10/2026)
• BLS- American Heart Association (Exp. 08/2026)
• PHI THETA KAPPA Honor Society since 2008
• Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society since 2023

Timeline

Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence- Forensic RN

Anne Arundel Medical Center
08.2025 - Current

ICU Student Nurse/ CNA

Baltimore Washington Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2023

ACE Unit Staff Nurse

Anne Arundel Medical Center
02.2023 - Current

Cardiac Progressive Care Unit Student Nurse/ CNA

Baltimore Washington Medical Center
05.2022 - 11.2022

IT Support/Network Administrator

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab
01.2008 - 01.2016

Network Administrator

Richard J. Princinsky & Associates, Inc.
11.2005 - 12.2007

PC Support Administrator

Polk Audio, Inc.
07.2000 - 11.2005

Certificate - Forensic Nursing Adult/ Adolecense

Forensic Nursing Examiner Training Course

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Maryland School of Nursing At Shady Grove

Nursing

Anne Arundel Community College
Martha Donnelly