Martha Montanez
Ventura
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven leadership skills enhance team performance and patient satisfaction. Adept at prioritizing care based on individual needs, ensuring holistic support for patients' physical and emotional well-being.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
08.2011 - Current
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Casa Dorinda Skilled Nursing Facility
04.2012 - 04.2016
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Casa Dorinda Skilled Nursing Facility
04.2007 - 04.2012
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize basic patient care.
- Assisted primary nurse in activities of daily living.
- Administered medications as a technician.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care.
Waitress Trainer
Casa Dorinda Dining Room
04.2002 - 04.2007
- Developed strong communication skills by effectively conveying information between kitchen staff, management, and waitstaff.
- Improved customer satisfaction.
- Provided support during high volume periods by efficiently managing multiple tables.
Education
No Degree - Stroke Certified Registered Nurse
American Association of Neuroscience Nursing
Chicago, IL02-2025
No Degree - Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse
American Association of Neuroscience Nursing
Chicago, IL10-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cal State Channel Island
Camarillo, CA06-2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA12-2010
High School Diploma -
San Marcos High School
Santa Barbara, CA06-2004
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Leadership skills and experience
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Casa Dorinda Skilled Nursing Facility
04.2012 - 04.2016
Registered Nurse
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
08.2011 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Casa Dorinda Skilled Nursing Facility
04.2007 - 04.2012
Waitress Trainer
Casa Dorinda Dining Room
04.2002 - 04.2007
No Degree - Stroke Certified Registered Nurse
American Association of Neuroscience Nursing
No Degree - Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse
American Association of Neuroscience Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cal State Channel Island
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Barbara City College
High School Diploma -
San Marcos High School