Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Recognition and Awards
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Martin Chandler Collins

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Dedicated and experienced nurse with a strong background in cardiac critical care nursing and expertise in clinical device education gained through collaborations with top medical device companies worldwide. Passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and promoting excellence in nursing practice. Proven track record of providing exceptional cardiac care in critical care settings and effectively educating healthcare professionals on the use of advanced medical devices. Committed to continuous learning, professional development, and staying abreast of the latest advancements in cardiac care and medical technology. A compassionate and detail-oriented professional with a genuine passion for nursing and a drive to make a positive impact on patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Device Educator/Consultant

ICU Medical
04.2023 - Current
  • Provides peer-to-peer education and consultation on new medical devices to RNs, physicians, and other healthcare staff in support of end-user education needs in the healthcare setting, primarily in critical care units.
  • Specializing in vascular access, critical care, respiratory, solutions, and consumables.

Registered Nurse

Mayo Clinic
06.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the plan of care for a group of critically ill patients within a cardiovascular/thoracic unit; taking care of a range of patients such as post-surgical, post-transplant, congestive heart failure, COVID, and higher acuity patient populations including those on titratable drips.

Registered Nurse

Brightstar Care Of Greater Scottsdale
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Responsible for traveling to patient’s home to administer services. Duties include administering at-home IV medications, changing dressings, wound care, completing assessments and updating doctors about their patient’s health.
  • Testing and administration of the COVID-19 vaccine at multiple clinical sites including schools and local pharmacies in rural communities.

Certified Nursing Assistant

East Alabama Medical Center
09.2018 - 06.2021
  • Performed skills including vital sign measurement, blood glucose checks, hygiene care, intake/output recording, ADL assistance, patient charting, and blood/lab draws on a Med-Surg/Oncology unit and ICU.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Coosa Valley Medical Center
08.2016 - 08.2018
  • Worked as a float certified nursing assistant on a variety of floors, including Med-Surg, ICU, Transitive Care Unit, and Senior-Behavioral Unit; collaborated with the healthcare team to provide holistic care to all patients.
  • Performed skills including vital sign measurement, blood glucose checks, hygiene care, intake/output recording, ADL assistance.

Education

Doctor of Science - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
12.2026

Doctor of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
12.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Auburn University
Auburn, AL
05.2021

Skills

  • Multicultural Sensitivity
  • Professional Development
  • Continuous Quality Improvement
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring
  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Electrocardiogram Interpretation
  • Vascular Access
  • Patient Safety
  • Clinical judgment
  • Strong Clinical Judgment

Accomplishments

    I have successfully led a quality improvement project that resulted in a significant reduction in Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTIs) on my nursing unit, demonstrating my commitment to patient safety and quality care. Additionally, I have raised substantial funds for RCDP International, facilitating the gathering of children with a rare form of dwarfism from around the globe to attend a conference with medical professionals, supporting research efforts towards finding a cure. Furthermore, I collaborated with the social committee of my unit to organize fundraising initiatives and gift collections for schools in rural areas of Phoenix, ensuring children in underserved communities had a memorable Christmas experience.

Certification

  • Arizona Registered Nurse License, Multi-State
  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association
  • National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NHISS) Certified
  • Bronze Quality Essentials Certification
  • Medical Emergency Response (MER) Competency

Recognition and Awards

  • 2x Daisy Award Nominee, 2021 & 2022
  • Above and Beyond Award, Mayo Clinic, 2021-2023

Timeline

Clinical Device Educator/Consultant

ICU Medical
04.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Brightstar Care Of Greater Scottsdale
08.2021 - 08.2023

Registered Nurse

Mayo Clinic
06.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

East Alabama Medical Center
09.2018 - 06.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Coosa Valley Medical Center
08.2016 - 08.2018

Doctor of Science - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

University of Arizona

Doctor of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Auburn University
Martin Chandler Collins