Shelsy Martinez
Summary
Compassionate and organized Registered Nurse with experience providing comprehensive nursing care in urgent care, specialty ambulatory, and outpatient procedural settings. Skilled in patient assessment, care coordination, treatment follow-up, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in supporting complex and high-needs patients through education, advocacy, and coordination of services while maintaining strict HIPAA compliance. Bilingual with strong Spanish medical communication skills. Seeking to contribute clinical expertise and team-based leadership as a Care Team Nurse in a community health setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Center for Sight
Sacramento, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Assess, plan, and provide nursing care for patients in a specialty outpatient setting, considering age-related, physical, and psychosocial needs.
- Assist providers with examinations and procedures, including IV therapy, medication administration, and post-procedure monitoring.
- Educate patients and families on procedures, medications, recovery expectations, and follow-up care to promote patient independence.
- Evaluate patient response to treatment and promptly communicate changes in condition to providers.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and HIPAA-compliant documentation in the electronic health record.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to support continuity and quality of care.
Registered Nurse
Elk Grove Urgent Care
Elk Grove, CA
02.2020 - 12.2025
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to a diverse, high-volume patient population, including patients with complex and work-related health needs.
- Assessed patient conditions, administered medications, injections, IV fluids, and emergency treatments, and evaluated patient response to care.
- Supported care coordination by arranging diagnostic testing, imaging, referrals, and follow-up appointments.
- Served as a patient advocate by explaining treatment plans, work restrictions, and recovery expectations in a clear and culturally sensitive manner.
- Educated patients on injury prevention, medication adherence, infection control, and safe return-to-work practices.
- Maintained detailed, accurate documentation while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.
- Worked collaboratively with providers and multidisciplinary team members to prioritize patient safety and effective care delivery.
Medical Assistant
Northern California Vasectomy
Elk Grove, CA
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Supported outpatient clinical procedures by obtaining patient histories, monitoring vital signs, and preparing patients for care.
- Assisted providers during procedures using sterile technique and proper instrument handling.
- Provided patient education on post-procedure care, activity restrictions, and follow-up needs.
- Maintained accurate patient records and upheld confidentiality standards at all times.
Registered Nursing Student
Premier Bone and Joints
Laramie, WY
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Proficient in starting and maintaining peripheral and central venous access.
- Administering IV fluids, electrolytes, antibiotics, and other medications as per physician orders.Assisted in developing patient care plans based on individual needs and health goals.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to facilitate effective communication and treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management techniques and post-discharge care.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe clinical environment for patients and staff.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient observations including vital signs changes or other relevant information which helped maintain consistency among the healthcare team.
- Worked efficiently under pressure during fast-paced clinical environments, successfully prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Ogden, UT04-2025
Skills
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment & Care Planning
- Care Coordination & Case Management Support
- Patient Advocacy & Resource Navigation
- Primary Care & Ambulatory Nursing
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient Education & Health Counseling
- Communicable Disease Awareness & Infection Control
- Immunizations, Injections & Medication Administration
- EHR Documentation & Patient Charting
- HIPAA, OSHA & Regulatory Compliance
- Spanish Medical Communication
- Organization, Prioritization & Independent Practice
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Center for Sight
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nursing Student
Premier Bone and Joints
03.2025 - 04.2025
Medical Assistant
Northern California Vasectomy
07.2024 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse
Elk Grove Urgent Care
02.2020 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Certifications and Licenses
- Registered Nurse — California (Active, Unrestricted)
- BLS — American Heart Association
- Certified Medical Assistant