Ricardo Martinez
Summary
Experienced Critical Care Registered Nurse specializing in Trauma/Neuro ICU, CTICU, and CVICU for high-acuity patients. Army medic veteran and CCRN certified, skilled in hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, and vasoactive medication management. Focused on advancing critical care knowledge and expertise in nurse anesthesia.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Florida West Division
08.2023 - Current
- Administered emergency resuscitative measures according to advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Managed PA catheters, arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed the care of patients on mechanical ventilation, optimizing respiratory function and monitoring for complications.
- Performed medical treatments such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Applied evidence-based practice guidelines to deliver effective nursing interventions for critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement, and adapt individualized care plans.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss best practices related to critical care management.
- Utilized a wide range of medical equipment, including ventilators and intravenous (IV) pumps, to support patient care.
- Mentored new nurses on best practices and procedures, enhancing their ability to meet patient outcome goals.
Trauma ICU Nurse
Blake Medical Hospital
Bradenton
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Provided critical care management for high-acuity trauma and surgical ICU patients including sepsis, shock, respiratory failure, traumatic brain injuries, and multi-system organ dysfunction in a fast-paced high-acuity environment.
- Responded to rapid response and code blue events, applying ACLS protocols and managing airway to stabilize critically ill patients.
- Monitored post-operative trauma and surgical patients, enabling rapid recognition of deterioration and timely emergent interventions.
- Coordinated staffing assignments, admissions, and rapid clinical escalation as relief charge nurse, ensuring effective multidisciplinary operations.
Registered Nurse- COVID Response Team
James A. Haley Veterans Hospital
Tampa
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Facilitated large-scale COVID screening, infection prevention, patient education, and care coordination in fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Ensured compliance with PPE, isolation, and infection prevention standards during high-volume patient encounters.
- Contributed to frontline COVID-19 response at major VA medical center, enhancing care for veteran populations during pandemic.
ICU Clinical Nurse
TGH
Tampa
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Completed a Critical Care Residency Program(CCRP) at level I academic center with focused training in Cardiothoracic and Cardiovascular Intensive Care nursing.
- Cared for critically ill post-operative cardiac and vascular surgery patients in CTICU and CVICU.
- Managed patient care following CABG, valve replacement, and other cardiothoracic surgical procedures.
- Acquired critical care skills in hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, vasoactive medication titration, and interpretation of laboratory/ABG data.
- Built strong clinical foundations in cardiac physiology, respiratory management, and post-operative critical care assessment.
Private Duty Home health RN
Bay Area Home Health Services
Tampa
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Provided one-on-one skilled nursing care for a ventilator-dependent ALS patient in the home setting
- Coordinated tracheostomy care, suctioning, PEG tube feedings, vital sign monitoring, and activities of daily living, ensuring safety and comfort during Hoyer lift transfers, hygiene care, repositioning, and prevention of skin breakdown.
- Facilitated patient communication through eye-tracking assistive technology, enhancing engagement and expression of needs.
- Delivered compassionate, patient-centered care, prioritizing dignity and quality of life in daily interactions.
Combat Medic Specialist (68W)
U.S Army 101st Airborne Division
Fort Campbell North
01.2012 - 09.2014
- Functioned as a Combat Medic Specialist (68W) in infantry and mortar platoon units, providing emergency medical care and trauma support during readiness training operations and live-fire field exercises.
- Trained in advanced battlefield emergency procedures including needle decompression, surgical airway/cricothyrotomy techniques, hemorrhage control, and trauma stabilization.
- Developed foundational trauma medicine skills through intensive military medical training focused on rapid intervention for airway compromise, tension pneumothorax, hemorrhagic shock, and combat related injuries.
- Demonstrated leadership, adaptability, teamwork, and critical decision-making skills in physically and mentally demanding conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2020
Associate of Arts - Allied Health
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL05-2018
University of New England
Biddeford, MEGeneva College
Beaver Falls, PASkills
- critical care nursing
- trauma icu care
- acute care management
- hemodynamic monitoring
- complex ventilation management
- Vasoactive drip management
- Rapid response and code blue response
- clinical decision making
Affiliations
- YMCA Youth Sports Volunteer Coach
Accomplishments
- Army Achievement Award 2014
Certification
- CCRN - AACN
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)- American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association
- Difficult Airway Management Course- 2025
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
08.2023 - Current
Trauma ICU Nurse
Blake Medical Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2023
ICU Clinical Nurse
TGH
12.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse- COVID Response Team
James A. Haley Veterans Hospital
08.2020 - 01.2022
Private Duty Home health RN
Bay Area Home Health Services
06.2020 - 10.2020
Combat Medic Specialist (68W)
U.S Army 101st Airborne Division
01.2012 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
Associate of Arts - Allied Health
Hillsborough Community College
University of New England
Geneva College