Norman Martinez
Licensed Vocational Nurse
VALENCIA,CA
Summary
Compassionate Private Duty Nurse with background in delivering high-quality care to patients across varied medical conditions. Strong focus on providing individualized attention, understanding unique patient needs and developing appropriate care plans. Skilled in maintaining patient comfort, preserving dignity and managing emergency situations efficiently. Previous roles have consistently demonstrated improved patient well-being through personalized nursing practices. Seasoned Private Duty Nurse successful at offering personalized support to home-based patients. Excellent planner and multitasker with a service-focused approach and good communication abilities. Compassionate Private Duty Nurse known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient care, medication administration, and emergency response with strong abilities to manage health monitoring systems accurately. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Duty Nurse
NLSLMartinez Health Security Services
Valencia, CA
07.2021 - 12.2024
- Assisted in developing educational materials related to chronic conditions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services using electronic medical record systems.
- Administered intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by a physician per agency policies and procedures.
- Provided end-of-life palliative care services while respecting patient autonomy.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound and ostomy management, medication administration, laboratory specimen collection, and vital sign monitoring.
- Coordinated healthcare services with other members of the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care for assigned patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding and ambulation.
- Monitored compliance with infection control protocols.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on nursing diagnosis and physician orders.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the course of illness or disability.
- Conducted assessments of physical condition; observed changes in patients' health status; reported to physicians regarding patient's condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving patient safety or life threatening events.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and efficiently.
- Recorded care information accurately and completely in electronic data systems.
Case Manager
Life Comfort Care Hospice
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with other service providers to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients who lacked access to reliable transportation.
- Advised staff members on effective strategies for working with challenging client behaviors.
- Participated in professional development activities related to case management best practices.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate treatment plans for clients.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment options.
- Assisted individuals with eligibility for available benefits.
LVN Charge Nurse
Windsor Gardens of the Valley
North Hollywood, CA
07.2017 - 01.2022
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Assisted in training new staff members on nursing procedures and protocols.
- Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Conducted rounds to evaluate the quality of nursing care being provided.
- Administered medications according to physician orders and monitored patient response.
- Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
- Developed strategies to improve workflow efficiency within the unit.
- Assigned tasks appropriately based on each staff member's abilities.
- Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
- Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
- Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
- Participated in regular meetings with interdisciplinary teams to discuss best practices for improving clinical outcomes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests or life-threatening events.
- Supervised LVNs and other staff members in providing quality patient care services.
- Assisted with discharge planning for patients upon completion of their treatment plan.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Visiting Nurse
ASAP Hospice
North Hollywood, CA
02.2016 - 03.2020
- Performed accurate documentation of all patient visits in accordance with established standards and regulations.
- Identified signs and symptoms that may require further evaluation or intervention by physician.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes and self-care management strategies.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers, case managers, therapists, pharmacists. to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding patient status updates or changes in treatment plans and goals.
- Monitored patient progress, revising plans of care as needed.
- Utilized electronic medical records system for charting purposes and data collection and analysis.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and their families during difficult times or transitions in care.
Visiting Nurse
Silvergarland Hospice Care
Burbank, CA
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Performed accurate documentation of all patient visits in accordance with established standards and regulations.
- Identified signs and symptoms that may require further evaluation or intervention by physician.
- Assisted with medication management, wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes and self-care management strategies.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
IT Technician
Quest Diagnostics
Valencia, CA
06.1996 - 11.2014
- Provided training sessions for end users on how to use various software programs.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving outages or data loss scenarios.
- Maintained inventory records of IT equipment and supplies.
- Performed daily backups using Symantec Backup Exec and other backup solutions.
- Managed inventory of IT assets such as laptops, desktops, servers and peripherals.
- Provided technical support to users via telephone or remote access.
- Coordinated with vendors for repair services when needed.
Caregiver
Jay Cramer
Burbank, CA
05.2005 - 07.2007
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Crew Team Member
McDonald's Restaurant
Torrance, CA
12.1994 - 05.1996
- Provided excellent customer service at all times.
- Maintained cleanliness of store by sweeping, mopping, and dusting surfaces.
- Assisted customers with orders and inquiries.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Operated cash register accurately and efficiently.
- Performed store opening and closing procedures as directed by management team.
Education
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Prefered College of Nursing
Van Nuys, CA10-2005
High School Diploma -
Our Lady of Mount Carmer High School
Philippines05-1992
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
University of Santo Tomas
Manila PhilippinesSkills
- Nebulizer treatments
- Patient education
- ADL support
- Gastrostomy care
- Feeding pumps
- Oxygen therapy
- Pressure ulcer management
- Medical records oversight
- Personal care needs
- Clinical documentation
- Treatment Planning
- Ventilator monitoring
- Physical endurance
- Hospice care
- Physical assessment
- Compassionate care
- Maintaining feeding pumps
- Patient needs assessment
- Mobility assistance
- Care plan development
- Family education
- Diabetes care
- Client companionship
- Direct patient care
- Catheter care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Home health nursing
- Medication administration
- Oxygen administration
- Chronic disease management
Certification
- IV Therapy Certified
Languages
English
Professional
Tagalog
Professional
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Duty Nurse
NLSLMartinez Health Security Services
07.2021 - 12.2024
Case Manager
Life Comfort Care Hospice
01.2019 - 04.2022
LVN Charge Nurse
Windsor Gardens of the Valley
07.2017 - 01.2022
Visiting Nurse
Silvergarland Hospice Care
03.2017 - 07.2019
Visiting Nurse
ASAP Hospice
02.2016 - 03.2020
Caregiver
Jay Cramer
05.2005 - 07.2007
IT Technician
Quest Diagnostics
06.1996 - 11.2014
Crew Team Member
McDonald's Restaurant
12.1994 - 05.1996
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Prefered College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Our Lady of Mount Carmer High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
University of Santo Tomas
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