Martina Anders
Woodworth,LA
Summary
Dynamic Intraoperative Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Central La Ambulatory Surgical Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Leveraged strong clinical judgment to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based care plans, while fostering compassionate relationships that improved patient satisfaction and safety.
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intraoperative Registered Nurse
Central La Ambulatory Surgical Hospital
04.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Registered Nurse Consultant
Coutee Inc. (Group Homes)
12.2015 - Current
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close collaboration with specialists from various disciplines to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify potential issues and develop appropriate interventions.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and needs, ensuring the highest possible quality of care at all times.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, providing guidance on best practices and promoting professional growth within the team.
- Assisted physicians in developing personalized treatment plans based on a thorough analysis of patient history, current symptoms, diagnostic results, and relevant research findings.
- Implemented innovative strategies in pain management that led to increased comfort levels for patients experiencing chronic pain conditions.
- Applied critical thinking skills when faced with complex clinical situations, resulting in improved decision-making processes and ultimately better patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient care and treatment coordination.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through diligent follow-up and thorough discharge planning.
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions with patients including their concerns or questions regarding their diagnosis or treatments provided.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with serious illnesses or injuries while maintaining professionalism during difficult situations.
- Contributed to improved overall patient safety by identifying areas for improvement in clinical practice guidelines and advocating for necessary changes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest advancements in nursing care and best practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and comprehensive care plans.
- Developed educational materials for patients, families, and staff to foster understanding of medical conditions and treatment options.
- Streamlined nursing processes, increasing efficiency and reducing errors in medication administration and documentation.
- Participates with Treatment Team to improve infection control measures within the facility, resulting in decreased rates of healthcare-associated infections.
- Coordinated nursing activities and staffing with health-related, therapeutic and support services to streamline service delivery.
- Enforced nursing practice standards and recommended unit and institution policies and procedures to boost medical care quality.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to facility, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting facility operations and patient care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new treatment forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Ambulatory Center Director
Amsurg
07.1996 - 04.2022
- Coordinated with educational consultants to update curriculum and integrate innovative teaching methods.
- Facilitated professional development opportunities for staff, resulting in highly skilled and motivated team.
- Implemented technology solutions to modernize administrative tasks and improve communication with parents.
- Managed yearly budget for labor, supplies and building costs.
- Negotiated with vendors for cost-effective supplies, ensuring center operated within budget constraints.
- Ensured facility maintenance met safety standards while keeping costs low through careful vendor selection and contract negotiation.
- Cultivated culture of inclusivity and diversity, promoting environment where all staff feel valued.
- Managed center budget for optimal resource allocation and financial stability.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through observations, providing actionable feedback that led to professional growth.
- Streamlined administrative processes, allowing for more effective allocation of resources and budget management.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by adopting practices, reducing waste and lowering operational costs.
- Boosted team morale and cohesiveness through regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
- Achieved accreditation requirements by ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Enhanced center performance by implementing strategic plans and monitoring progress towards goals.
- Fostered an inclusive culture within the center by promoting diversity awareness among staff members and addressing any discriminatory behaviors swiftly.
- Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans for disasters, security issues, and injuries.
- Oversaw daily operations, streamlining processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Oversaw compliance with state and national accreditation standards, maintaining center's high-quality status.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering collaboration among staff members and addressing conflicts professionally.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, contributing to culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- Implemented data-driven decision making to improve overall center performance in key areas.
- Increased staff productivity with regular training sessions, clear expectations, and constructive feedback.
- Analyzed feedback from parents and staff to make informed decisions on program improvements and adjustments.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
Registered Nurse
Central State Hospital
03.1995 - 05.1996
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Patient Care Technician
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
05.1994 - 08.1994
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Provided nutritional support by assisting patients with meals, catering to individual dietary needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing their stress and anxiety during hospital stays.
- Assisted with administration of medications under supervision of nursing staff, ensuring proper patient treatment.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
- Enhanced teamwork by collaborating closely with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, offering comfort and dignity to patients in their final stages.
- Contributed to team meetings, offering insights on patient care improvements based on direct observations.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to safer hospital environment.
- Conducted patient education on treatment procedures and post-discharge care, promoting better health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
- Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
- Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.
- Facilitated patient mobility and recovery with guided exercises and ambulation support.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Delivered high-quality care to Long -Term patients in hospital facility.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University
Alexandria, LA12-1995
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Complex Problem-solving
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient discharge
- Documentation and charting
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient care planning
- Licensed RN
- Patient counseling
- Direct patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Feeding assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Patient assessment
- IV setup
- Data collection
- Nursing staff leadership
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team coordination
- Lab result interpretation
- Vaccine administration
- Patient assessments
- Taking vitals
- Emergency procedures
- Care plan development
- Patient management
- Medication distribution
- Collecting vitals
- Medication administration
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Procedure preparations
- Patient care
- HIPAA education
- Patient monitoring
- Relationship building
- Staff supervision
- Patient evaluation
- Operating room skills
- Insulin medication assistance
- Emergency response
- Intake and discharge
- Administering immunizations
- Managing deadlines
- Medical records management
- Emotional awareness
- Case management
- Chart updating
- Patient relations
- Medical evaluation
- OSHA safety expert
- Patient consultation
- Emotional intelligence
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Licensed Registered Nurse ( 30years experince)
Timeline
Intraoperative Registered Nurse
Central La Ambulatory Surgical Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse Consultant
Coutee Inc. (Group Homes)
12.2015 - Current
Ambulatory Center Director
Amsurg
07.1996 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Central State Hospital
03.1995 - 05.1996
Patient Care Technician
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
05.1994 - 08.1994
Associate of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University
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