Hi, I’m
Sydney Martin
Daphne,AL
Summary
Dependable Licensed practical nurse with sound judgment, a thorough background in various parts of the healthcare field, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Specializing in exceptional ER related patient care
Overview
8
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Infirmary Health Systems
Licensed Practical Nurse
02.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Infirmary Health Systems
ER Technician
03.2022 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Utilized advanced technical skills to operate specialized equipment such as EKG machines, glucose monitors, and lab specimen collections.
- Conducted hourly rounding on assigned patients for consistent assessment of well-being or changes in condition requiring intervention or escalation to nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff through adherence to infection control protocols.
- Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently triaging cases and assigning appropriate resources based on urgency.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing their individual needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction with timely and accurate communication regarding procedures and updates.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
UAB Medical West Hospital
PCT/Telemetry Monitor Technician
08.2021 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Assisted in training new telemetry monitor technicians, sharing expertise and knowledge to help develop competent and confident staff members.
- Improved workflow efficiency by maintaining up-to-date documentation on monitored patients, including rhythm strips and vital signs.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when analyzing cardiac patterns for subtle yet significant changes that could indicate potential complications or emergencies.
- Assisted nurses in providing quality patient care through accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and timely communication of changes.
- Collaborated with physicians to implement appropriate interventions based on real-time telemetry data, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Succeeded in reducing response time to potential emergencies by effectively prioritizing tasks and remaining focused on patient needs.
Encompass Health
PCT
01.2020 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
Target
Beauty consultant
01.2018 - 01.2020
Panera Bread
Trainer
01.2016 - 01.2018
Education
Coastal Alabama Community CollegeBay minette, AL
Associate of Science from Nursing
08.2024
University Overview
- Professional Development: Obtained Licensed practical nurse certification
Jefferson State Community collegeBirmingham, AL
Pre nursing
12.2022
Watertown High schoolWatertown, NY
High school diploma
12.2017
Skills
- Computer skills
- EKG analysis
- BLS/ACLS/PALS certification
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter Care
- Patient evaluations
- Emergency Response
- Patient Education
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- ER Licensed Practical Nurse License - February 2024-Current
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Infirmary Health Systems
02.2024 - Current
ER Technician
Infirmary Health Systems
03.2022 - 02.2024
PCT/Telemetry Monitor Technician
UAB Medical West Hospital
08.2021 - 02.2022
PCT
Encompass Health
01.2020 - 08.2021
Beauty consultant
Target
01.2018 - 01.2020
Trainer
Panera Bread
01.2016 - 01.2018
Coastal Alabama Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing
Jefferson State Community college
Pre nursing
Watertown High school
High school diploma
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