Martha Salcedo Gonzalez
Montebello,California
Summary
California Board Certified registered nurse with 24 plus years experience in a variety of acute care settings. Proven leader effective in utilizing and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, Improving patient satisfaction and supporting wide-spread healthcare system improvements. Focused on continuously advancing expertise in GI Lab, interventional radiology, and critical care while driving innovation. Successful at providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly while under pressure. Collaborate well with physicians and ancillary team to maintain evidence based healthcare practice and outcomes. Plan to enroll in BSN program at Aspen University, Spring 2023 with projected graduation date Fall 2024.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Coast Plaza Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
RN Staff Nurse
Los Angeles General Hospital
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Administration of moderate sedation for GI procedures.
Travel Registered Nurse GI Lab
ESP personnel
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Administer moderate sedation for GI procedures
- Pre op patients for GI procedures
- Work collaboratively with physicians and techs
- Supported facility needs by working flexible schedule and contributing to multiple units
- Assisted with smooth admissions and discharges, coordinating paperwork and seeing to patients' medical and personal needs
- Educated patients and family members on changing conditions and upcoming treatments
- Intervened in crisis situations, employing nursing standards and protocols to handle different issues
- Documented patient information with Cerner charting system.
Lead RN Interventional Radiology
Dignity Health California Hospital
10.2016 - 02.2022
- Complied with corporate regulations, policies, and procedures to maximize safety, security, and overall trust in organization and employees
- Considered each team member's unique talents when assigning tasks and projects to maximize success for employees and overall team
- Offered to assist with additional tasks, such as function as circulator, scrub tech during trauma, embolization cases
- Chart in EMR using EPIC, Cerner, Paragon
- ACLS/PALS/BLS certified
- Delivered evidence-based, cost-effective care to every patient based on extensive experience in interventional radiology
- Stabilize patients during major trauma by providing life support care, administering massive blood transfusion, starting drips to support Bp/HR
- Assist physician in Common bile duct stone removal, biliary/cholecystostomy drain placement, Percutaneous gastrostomy tube placement, embolizations, Uterine artery embolization to control postpartum bleeding.
Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology
Huntington Memorial Hospital
04.2017 - 01.2019
- Administered medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects to quickly intervene in serious issues
- Treated patients with major trauma alongside multidisciplinary team
- Circulate for cerebral thrombectomy, cerebral angiogram, carotid stent placement, trauma cases, embolizations
- Contributed to team efficiency, optimal patient flow, and accuracy in treatments by maintaining accurate and detailed reports and records
- Collaborated positively with peers and other staff members to maintain friendly, supportive, and cooperative work atmosphere
- Provide IV medications for moderate sedation during life-saving procedures
- Prepare patients for interventional procedures.
RN Surgical Specialties
Health Care Partners
10.2014 - 03.2017
- Sedate/monitor patients for GI procedures
- Colonoscopy, EGDs, Peg placement
- Collect specimens
- Trained to function as GI tech
- Sterilize scopes
- Enhanced patient outcomes through careful monitoring of conditions and comprehensive support
- Contributed to team efficiency, optimal patient flow, and accuracy in treatments by maintaining accurate and detailed reports and records.
RN MICU
Good Samaritan Hospital
10.2014 - 11.2016
- Took detailed assessments on patients' conditions, treatments, and responses and updated electronic medical records
- Advocated for patients' rights, treatment needs, and cultural requirements with interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Prepared and administered oral, subcutaneous, and IV medications based on patients' needs
- Monitored catheters, leads, and tubing for proper placement and functioning
- Recover patients post cardiac catheterizations, DC arterial/venous sheaths
- Monitor patients for bleeding, post sheath removal
- Admit/discharge patients.
RN DOU
ELA doctors Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2010
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with various acute and chronic concerns
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments and documented care activities
- Administered oral, IV and intramuscular medications as part of patient treatments
- Conducted accurate chart updates in computer system
- Trained and mentored student nurses, interns and new graduates in proper procedures and care techniques
- Worked closely with physicians, surgeons and nursing staff as part of unit team
- Recorded changes in patient conditions and laboratory test results.
Lead Registered Nurse GI Lab
Beverly Hospital
11.2003 - 12.2006
- Administer moderate sedation for GI procedures
- Lead RN manage daily schedule and staff assignment
- Offered knowledgeable, evidence-based health services in community-based locations
- Supported procedures by handling instruments and monitoring patients
- Achieved optimal patient outcomes by carefully monitoring conditions and delivering comprehensive support
- Maximized unit efficiency, keeping supplies and records well-organized for expected needs
- Assisted with GI procedures.
RN surgical specialties
Monterey Park Hospital
02.2002 - 11.2003
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments and prepared patients for surgical/gi procedures
- Administered IV medications as part of patient treatments
- Conducted accurate chart updates in computer system
- Controlled infection risks with careful care of wounds and thorough sanitizing techniques
- Delivered evidence-based, cost-effective care to every patient based on extensive experience in GI/surgical care.
Education
ADN -
Los Angeles County College of Nursing
Los Angeles, CA05.2000
AA Liberal Arts -
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA11.1997
Skills
- Documentation
- Cerner
- Epic
- Moderate Sedation
- Bilingual Spanish/English
- Trauma Care
- Massive Blood Transfusion Management
- Care of Critical Care Patients
- IR, GI Lab, ER, ICU experience
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- NIHSS certification
Timeoff
02/2022, 12/2022
Personal Information
Title: MG
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Los Angeles General Hospital
07.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Coast Plaza Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse GI Lab
ESP personnel
12.2021 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology
Huntington Memorial Hospital
04.2017 - 01.2019
Lead RN Interventional Radiology
Dignity Health California Hospital
10.2016 - 02.2022
RN Surgical Specialties
Health Care Partners
10.2014 - 03.2017
RN MICU
Good Samaritan Hospital
10.2014 - 11.2016
RN DOU
ELA doctors Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2010
Lead Registered Nurse GI Lab
Beverly Hospital
11.2003 - 12.2006
RN surgical specialties
Monterey Park Hospital
02.2002 - 11.2003
ADN -
Los Angeles County College of Nursing
AA Liberal Arts -
East Los Angeles College
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