Samantha Martinez
Wylie,TX
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience in Women’s Services, now transitioning into Perioperative Nursing. Expertise in patient assessment, pre-procedure preparations, and delivering emotional support in high-stress environments enhances the ability to provide exceptional care. Strong background in IV insertion, medication administration, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration ensures a comprehensive approach to nursing. Committed to delivering safe, evidence-based care with a focus on patient-centered outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labor and Delivery, Registered Nurse
Methodist Richardson Medical Center
10.2016 - Current
- Facilitated labor and delivery processes, ensuring safe and timely outcomes for patients.
- Led emergency response efforts during critical situations, optimizing team performance under pressure.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
NICU, Registered Nurse
Children’s Medical Center
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Implement strict infection control measures to protect vulnerable patients
- Administer medications, IV fluids, and other treatments as prescribed
- Assisted with complex medical procedures such as intubation, lumbar punctures, and umbilical line placements under physician supervision.
- Monitored and assessed vital signs of critically ill neonates to ensure optimal care.
- Educated families about newborn care, fostering understanding and compliance with treatment protocols.
Newborn Nursery, Registered Nurse
Medical City Dallas
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Proficient in neonatal resuscitation techniques
- Ability to perform thorough physical assessments of newborn, including monitoring vital signs, growth parameters, and identifying any abnormalities
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Newborn Nursery/NICU, Registered Nurse
Las Colinas Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Provide support to families
- Accurately document patient information assessments and care plans
- Understand neonatal physiology, common conditions, and the implications of prematurity and congenital issues
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXSkills
- Electronic fetal heart rate interpretation
- Obstetric emergency response
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient condition monitoring
- Delegation and motivation
- IV insertion
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Certification
- NRP
- ACLS
- BLS
- AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
Timeline
Labor and Delivery, Registered Nurse
Methodist Richardson Medical Center
10.2016 - Current
NICU, Registered Nurse
Children’s Medical Center
01.2016 - 10.2016
Newborn Nursery, Registered Nurse
Medical City Dallas
01.2007 - 01.2016
Newborn Nursery/NICU, Registered Nurse
Las Colinas Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
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