Rebecca Martel, MSN, FNP-BC
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated nurse with a strong background in subacute rehab and public health. Eager to apply my extensive nursing skills and experience in a community health or acute care RN role, with a particular interest in serving underserved populations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Sesame
01.2023 - Current
- Provided telehealth services to thousands of patients, achieving patient satisfaction rating of 4.9 out of 5.
- Maintained 100% punctuality record for scheduled appointments.
- Managed diverse range of chronic and acute health conditions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.
Registered Nurse
Staffing Agencies: ConnectRN; Clipboard
02.2020 - Current
- Delivered high-quality nursing care in various settings including subacute rehab, skilled nursing, transitional care, and long-term care facilities.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners and verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
MDS/MMQ Coordinator
Whittier Health Network
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of subacute/rehab patients, ensuring accurate reflection of their physical, mental, and psychosocial status.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
- Ensured strict adherence to all federal and state regulations regarding patient assessment and care planning.
- Oversaw transition/implementation of facility from RUG-IV case mix model to Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM).
- Provided training and guidance to nursing staff on MDS procedures, documentation standards, and care planning.
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Whittier Health Network
02.2016 - 10.2019
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Community Health Nurse
Lowell Elder Care
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Provided comprehensive nursing care at adult day health program serving diverse immigrant population.
- Identified and addressed complex medical and psychosocial needs of elder refugees of Khmer Rouge regime.
- Developed and delivered tailored educational programs focused on health promotion, disease prevention, and lifestyle management, ensuring accessibility and cultural sensitivity.
- Utilized multilingual communication skills and cultural competence to establish trust and rapport with patients, bridging language barriers and supporting patient engagement.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Golden Living
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Simmons University
Boston, MA 08.2016 - 05.2021
Skills
Spanish: Advanced Intermediate
Leadership and Team Management
Primary, Subacute, Long-Term Acute, and Long-Term Care Experience
Electronic Medical Records
Certification
Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Licenses
- Massachusetts RN 2297211
- New York RN 828649
- New York APRN 348801
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Sesame
01.2023 - Current
BLS Certification, American Heart Association
11-2022
Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
07-2021
Registered Nurse
Staffing Agencies: ConnectRN; Clipboard
02.2020 - Current
MDS/MMQ Coordinator
Whittier Health Network
10.2018 - 02.2020
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Simmons University
08.2016 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Whittier Health Network
02.2016 - 10.2019
Community Health Nurse
Lowell Elder Care
02.2015 - 02.2016
Assistant Director of Nursing
Golden Living
07.2014 - 07.2015