Michelle Martinez

Work History

Travel Nurse

Trustaff

Cincinnati, OH

08.2019 - 11.2023

Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Checked medical stock to determine inventory levels and maintain nursing supplies.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Identified potential problems or changes in condition that may require further evaluation or intervention.
Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Ensured that all documentation was completed in a timely manner and met all standards for accuracy.

LPN

Morning Side Ministries

San Antonio , TX

08.2017 - 08.2019

Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.

EMT-Intermediate

Superior Ambulance Service

San Antonio , TX

05.2016 - 05.2017

Coordinated with dispatch personnel regarding response times and locations for emergency calls.
Utilized specialized equipment such as defibrillators, suction devices and cardiac monitors.
Loaded and transported patients from hospitals to rehab centers or other medical facilities.
Assessed patient's condition and administered prescribed medications or treatments according to established protocols.
Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.

EMT-Intermediate

Gemini Ambulance Service

San Antonio, TX

06.2011 - 05.2016

Assisted with daily operations of ambulance service by conducting vehicle inspections, restocking supplies, and maintaining equipment inventory levels.
Coordinated with dispatch personnel regarding response times and locations for emergency calls.
Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
Utilized specialized equipment such as defibrillators, suction devices and cardiac monitors.
Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
Provided emergency medical assistance to patients in need of urgent medical attention.
Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
Administered intravenous fluids or medications as ordered by a physician according to established protocols.
Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.

Professional Embalmer

Lake Lawn Funeral Home

New Orleans, LA

05.2002 - 05.2003

Ensured compliance with health laws, safety regulations and ethical standards relate.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Transported remains from place of death to mortuary or other facility for preparation.
Supported Coroner and staff in transporting remains and performing autopsies.
Injected preservative fluids into the circulatory system of deceased persons to preserve their appearance.
Packed body orifices with embalming fluid to prevent escape of gases or waste matter.
Closed incision utilizing suture knowledge and technique.
Performed restorative art techniques such as wax reconstruction or tissue building when necessary.
Dressed bodies to place in caskets.
Maintained records of embalming procedures performed.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Travel Nurse

LPN

EMT-Intermediate

EMT-Intermediate

Professional Embalmer

Education

Emergency Medical Technology

LPN

Associate of Applied Science - Mortuary Science And Embalming

Associate of Applied Science - Rn Nursing

Skills

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