Perla Martinez
Bronx,USA
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with over 11 years of patient care experience in acute care, long-term care, and home health settings. Strong clinical skills in medication administration, wound care, and patient assessment. Proficient in electronic health records and committed to advancing nursing education toward RN licensure.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Montefiore Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by delivering direct nursing services per established protocols.
- Administered medications safely, monitoring for both therapeutic and adverse effects.
- Conducted focused assessments to identify changes, promptly informing healthcare teams.
- Accurately documented patient care in electronic health records for seamless communication.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Nursing Assistant
New York Presbyterian
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living while ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Supported nursing staff with patient care, documentation, and unit maintenance.
- Monitored and reported patient conditions and health status changes.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Stallion Group
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Delivered high-quality care to residents in a nursing home setting.
- Assisted with activities of daily living and patient comfort.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Home Health Aide
Eva Health Care
07.2013 - 04.2023
- Fostered independence by teaching essential self-care and hygiene skills.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure regularly.
- Supported personal care activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Education
Associate in Applied Science in Nursing - ADN
Excelsior University
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Jersey College
Teterboro, NJ01.2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Felisa Rincón de Gautier Institute for Law and Public Service
01.2010
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Wound care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Electronic health records (EHR)
- Patient education
- Monitoring intake & output / fluids
- Communication & teamwork
- Empathy and cultural sensitivity
- Medication administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate care
- Patient care
- Documentation accuracy
- Immunization administration
- Pediatric care
- Home health care
- Samples collection
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Phlebotomy
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Montefiore Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Nursing Assistant
New York Presbyterian
12.2023 - 02.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Stallion Group
01.2023 - 12.2023
Home Health Aide
Eva Health Care
07.2013 - 04.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Jersey College
High School Diploma - undefined
Felisa Rincón de Gautier Institute for Law and Public Service
Associate in Applied Science in Nursing - ADN
Excelsior University