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Tammy Martin

Pickens,South Carolina

Summary

I am currently a LPN2 for 29 years. I am currently licensed in the state of South Carolina. Having 20 years of experience in open-heart surgery. I am a Mission Hospital employee working as a CVT in the Cath Lab for the last five years. I can scrub all complicated cases competently with each of the interventional cardiologists. Also, many structural heart procedures are performed, which scrub proficiently. I have precepted many of our new scrub personnel throughout my career. I would be a good candidate for the role of RN. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information, and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization, and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassion. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. I am a dependent healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities, and a smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals, and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in cardiac patient support.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN/CVT

Mission Hospital
10.2009 - Current
  • Currently, I am a Mission Hospital employee working as a CVT in the Cath Lab for the last five years.
  • Primary job responsibilities include monitoring, scrubbing, and setting up sterile cardiac catheterization procedures.
  • Transported patients to and from the cath lab suites.
  • Set up and scrubbed various open heart procedures, maintaining a sterile environment 12 years before the cath lab.
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Performed sterile wound care treatments, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance my LPN knowledge base and skill set.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management, and wound management.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout the care process.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the nursing field.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options, and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.

LPN/CST/First Assistant

AnMed Health
07.2004 - 10.2009
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.

LPN/CST/First Assistant

Greenville Memorial Hospital
06.1999 - 07.2004
  • Primary job responsibilities include setting up a sterile field in preparation for open heart surgical procedures. I first assisted and second scrubbed a variety of open heart and vascular surgical procedures.
  • Worked in the pre-anesthesia department and prepared patients for surgical procedures.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered updates on patient status to the charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded them in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options, and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Performed sterile wound care treatments, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance my LPN knowledge base and skill set.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the nursing field.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursng

Excelsior College
Albany, NY
02.2024

Some College (No Degree) - LPN

IVY Tech State College
Indianapolis, IN
12.1992

Skills

  • In my current position, I scrub and monitor hemodynamic procedures in the cath lab We perform routine diagnostic LHC, RHC, ramp studies, peripheral procedures, and structural heart procedures I have been working in this role for the past three years I have also been a preceptor to new employees and CVT students Our bustling cath lab covers a large geographical area and performs many STEMI cases daily We provide care to many patients turned down for surgical intervention I also assist in placing balloon pumps, temporary pacemakers, CTOs, impella placement, swan catheter placement, pericardiocentesis, Mitral clips, watchman, TAVR, ECHMO, and many other emergency procedures As Dr Groh's primary scrub, I have been the LPN2 senior scrub for 12 years I can scrub all complex cases with our surgeons and be a resource for all staff members I have been on the orientation team for all my years in open heart surgery I was on the primary team for our TAVR program, which included minimally invasive mitral valves, stand-alone mazes, centering placement, and many newer procedures I am currently a resource to train all staff on these procedures I also have experience as a first assistant in open heart surgery I have vast expertise before open heart surgery as a staff nurse for the IV team, cardiology step-down units, CCU, pre-op heart surgery, post-op Cath lab, dialysis, busy internal medicine office, and home care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical Documentation
  • Catheter Care
  • Nursing Ethics
  • Health Promotion
  • Disease Prevention
  • Post Operative Care
  • Home healthcare
  • Cardiac Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Wound Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Patient Assessments
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Physical Assessment
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Immunization Administration
  • Clinical judgment
  • Breathing Treatments
  • EMR / EHR
  • Caregiving skills
  • Patient evaluations
  • Emergency Response
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Inpatient Care
  • Patient Management
  • Home Health Care
  • Health Education
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Patient Charting
  • Critical Thinking
  • Patient Education
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Observation
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Intravenous Medications
  • Wound Dressing and Suturing
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Procedure Explanation

Certification

  • Practical Nursing Program
  • Preceptor Course
  • IV Certified
  • BLS
  • Arrthymia Certification
  • ACLS

References

Upon request

Timeline

LPN/CVT

Mission Hospital
10.2009 - Current

LPN/CST/First Assistant

AnMed Health
07.2004 - 10.2009

LPN/CST/First Assistant

Greenville Memorial Hospital
06.1999 - 07.2004

Associate of Applied Science - Nursng

Excelsior College

Some College (No Degree) - LPN

IVY Tech State College

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