MARTHA MOTOKALA
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Adept at chronic disease management and demonstrating strong clinical judgment, I excel in acute care and psychiatric support, as evidenced by my impactful tenure at HCA Hospitals. My expertise in infection control and assertiveness training has significantly enhanced patient care standards, showcasing my ability to lead and innovate in challenging healthcare environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
HCA Hospitals
San Antonio, TX
11.2023 - Current
- Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills, and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to clients.
- Provide general health care, training, and education to clients in a clinical environment.
- Provide communication, confidence, and professionalism, as evidenced by active engagement in unit and organizational activities.
- Demonstrate teamwork and adaptability, and serve as a resource to the patient care team.
- Promote trauma-informed practices, provide suicide-safer care, and foster a supportive and welcoming environment that promotes racial and health equity.
Registered Nurse- Float Pool
St David's Medical Center
Austin, TX
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Promoted client and family teaching to enhance patient understanding of needs, and potentially accelerate recovery.
- Conducted rounds with medical staff to promote improved understanding between patients, nursing staff, and medical staff to support continued quality of communication and care.
- Administered and maintained comfort, treatment, medication, intravenous infusion, and health care to support patient needs.
- Collaborated with other departments and medical staff to support the provision of the highest standard for total patient care.
Registered Nurse - Float Pool
Northwell Health System
Manhattan & Long Island, NY
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected them to optimal providers and care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying that interventions met treatment goals, and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Registered Nurse -Float Pool
Ascension Seton Hays-Kyle
Kyle, TX
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Delivered a high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications, and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and the treatment plan.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care, and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
MS/Telemetry RN-Willis Knighton South Hospital
Snap Nurse
Shreveport, LA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Offer exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Accurately document treatment, medications, IVs, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborates across disciplines to coordinate disposition, referral, and psychosocial support needs.
Float PCU/Telemetry RN-Seton Medical Center
Cross Country Nurses
Austin, TX
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Monitor the patient's condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings, and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Reviews post-operative orders, continuously monitors patients' post-operative vitals, sets up PCA and fluids, and orients patients to the unit.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management, and lifestyle options.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients, as prescribed by physicians.
- Assisted in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
IMCU/Telemetry RN-St David's North Austin Hospital
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Austin, TX
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Complies with infectious disease measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 between patients, families, and medical personnel.
- Educate patients and families about COVID-19-related illnesses, and recommend protective measures and treatments.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients, as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed hourly rounds, monitoring equipment function, and lead placement.
PCU/Telemetry RN- Renown Regional Medical Center
ProLink Staffing Services
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Documented all interventions in EPIC EMR, including physical and psychological assessments, care plans, treatment and observations for patients experiencing COVID-19.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
- Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
Registered Nurse ,Medical Surgical- LTAC Unit
Texas Neuro Rehab Center
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Deliver outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses, and manage care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administer medications and treatment to patients, and monitor responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological, and cognitive needs.
- Provide post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
Registered Nurse
Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2017 - 02.2021
- Deliver outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Participate in team conferences in planning effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Partner with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and document all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
IMCU/Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Identifying emergency situations and responding to them with a sound judgement.
- Collect blood and other lab specimens and prepare them for lab testing.
- Administering and maintaining critical drips.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2015 - 02.2017
- Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, administer medication, perform treatments, and fulfill patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
- Documents all patient care in the medical record according to nursing standards and policies.
- Worked with a multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University Of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX10.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College Of Nursing
San Antonio, TX01.2017
Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Galen College Of Nursing
San Antonio04.2014
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedure
- Strong clinical judgment
- Acute care expertise
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Patient health education
- Substance abuse treatment
- Suicide prevention
- Assertiveness training
Certification
- ACLS
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Left Ventricular Assist Device certification
Membership
Member of Delta Theta Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma).
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
HCA Hospitals
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse- Float Pool
St David's Medical Center
05.2023 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse - Float Pool
Northwell Health System
01.2023 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse -Float Pool
Ascension Seton Hays-Kyle
06.2022 - 12.2022
MS/Telemetry RN-Willis Knighton South Hospital
Snap Nurse
01.2022 - 05.2022
Float PCU/Telemetry RN-Seton Medical Center
Cross Country Nurses
08.2021 - 11.2021
IMCU/Telemetry RN-St David's North Austin Hospital
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
06.2021 - 08.2021
PCU/Telemetry RN- Renown Regional Medical Center
ProLink Staffing Services
01.2021 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse ,Medical Surgical- LTAC Unit
Texas Neuro Rehab Center
02.2020 - 02.2021
IMCU/Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
02.2018 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse
Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2017 - 02.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2015 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University Of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College Of Nursing
Diploma - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Galen College Of Nursing