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Tracey Martin

Livermore,ME
Tracey Martin

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, education and management in fast-paced environments. Consistently developing strong relationships through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

Overview

21
years of professional experience

Work History

John F Murphy Homes

Director of Nursing
10.2021 - 03.2024

Job overview

  • Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols. Created Opiate management program that includes assessing need, risk factors for side effects and treatment plan.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly. Federal and State Licensing Survey were deficiency free.
  • Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback for staff of 30 people.
  • Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes. Implemented electronic scheduling system.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Implemented interdisciplinary rounding practices to streamline communication among healthcare providers involved in patient care. Established meeting schedule to reinforce and discuss finding on rounding.
  • Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care. Served on advisory board for Guardian Pharmacy.

Self-employeed

PAC Certified Independent Trainer and Consultant
11.2023 - Current

Job overview

Teepa Snow- Positive Approach to Care

Certified Independent Consultant

Provide consultation to individuals/ organizations caring for those living with Dementia. Providing knowledge and awareness and skills for difficult cases.

Certified Independent Trainer

Provides training to individuals/ organizations care for those living with Dementia. Training covers topics including Normal VS not- normal aging, PAC skills and GEM states.

  • Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Goodwill Of Northern New England

Registered Nurse Residential Educator
01.2020 - 10.2021

Job overview

  • Educated caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options. All staff trained yearly on Diabetics Management.
  • Trained new staff in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols. Trained on infection control practices.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy. Medication administration audits for greater than 5 homes monthly.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms. Taught CRMA courses
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

MAS Medical Staffing

Registered Nurse
01.2020 - 02.2021

Job overview

  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

Central Maine Community College- Trio

Professional Tutor
08.2018 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Assisted struggling learners through targeted tutoring sessions, ultimately raising their test scores and confidence levels.
  • Adapted lesson plans based on individual student needs, ensuring each learner received personalized support.
  • Utilized technology effectively as an instructional tool to enhance student understanding of complex concepts.
  • Empowered students with essential study skills necessary for academic success across multiple subject areas.
  • Encouraged open lines of communication between tutor-student to discuss performance expectations regularly actively involving them in the learning process.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.

Central Maine Community College- Trio

Adjunct Faculty Instructor
08.2018 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Enhanced student engagement by incorporating real-world examples and multimedia resources into lectures.
  • Promoted academic integrity by implementing strict plagiarism policies and educating students on proper citation techniques.
  • Fostered a supportive learning environment by addressing diverse student needs through accommodations or additional support services referrals when necessary.
  • Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to improve their writing and critical thinking skills.
  • Received consistently positive evaluations from students and peers due to engaging teaching style and dedication to student success.

Citra Health

Nurse Consultant
01.2016 - 05.2018

Job overview

  • Conducted telephone triage to patient, family and significant others using nursing judgment according to protocol.
  • Maintained clear communication with healthcare providers, ensuring proper documentation of telephone encounters for continuity of care.
  • Managed crisis situations calmly and professionally, coordinating prompt intervention from appropriate medical staff when necessary.
  • Served as a resource to other nurses within the organization seeking guidance on proper telephone triage techniques and procedures.
  • Conducted quality assurance reviews of recorded calls, identifying areas for improvement in service delivery and overall performance metrics.
  • Delivered orientation and training of less experienced staff in specific clinical operations and procedures.
  • Triaged patients by reviewing symptoms and advising on best treatment plan to facilitate patient care while minimizing impact on healthcare system.

Maine General Medical Center

Nurse Manager
03.2008 - 07.2014

Job overview

  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, ensuring optimal treatment plans were implemented.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the delivery of primary care services within the practice setting. Received NCQA accreditation as PCMH
  • Assisted in developing new clinic policies and procedures based on current best practices for more efficient workflow processes. Created a medical assistant training program.

Education

Purdue Global
West Lafayette, IN

MBA from Business
04.2017

University Overview

University of Maine At Fort Kent
Fort Kent, ME

Bachelor of Science from Nursing
08.2010

University Overview

  • Honoree of Magna Cum Laude

University of New England
Portland, ME

Associate of Science from Nursing
2001

University Overview

Skills

  • HIPAA Regulations
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Policy Development
  • Nurse Education and Training
  • Performance Management
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Quality Assurance and Process improvement
  • Long-Term Care
  • Critical Thinking
  • Professional Development
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Case Management
  • Patient Education
  • Healthcare Regulations Compliance
  • Relationship Building
  • Course Planning
  • Online-Based Education
  • Training Initiatives
  • Public Speaking
  • Course Materials and Supplies
  • Adult Education
  • Adult Learning Theories
  • Training Program Design
  • New Hire Training
  • Training Delivery
  • Curriculum Creation
  • Remote Learning
  • Training Manuals and Materials
  • Orientation Procedures
  • Case Methods
  • Corporate Training Programs

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Supervised team of over 40 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop Health tracking spreadsheets.
  • Collaborated with team to have 2 State and federal surveys with no deficiencies.
  • Certified DNS-CT from AAPACN
  • Certified Independent Consultant from Teppa Snowe's PAC program
  • Certified Independent Trainer from Teppa Snowe's PAC program
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Affiliations

Affiliations
  • AAPACN
  • Teepa Snow

Quote

It's fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.
Bill Gates

Additional Information

Additional Information

I am open to working both remotely and in home. I would love to do consulting for loved one of those living with dementia. I am also very interested in data abstraction and quality care metrics.

Interests

Case Management

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Prior Approval / Denial

ADA

Timeline

PAC Certified Independent Trainer and Consultant
Self-employeed
11.2023 - Current
Director of Nursing
John F Murphy Homes
10.2021 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse Residential Educator
Goodwill Of Northern New England
01.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
MAS Medical Staffing
01.2020 - 02.2021
Professional Tutor
Central Maine Community College- Trio
08.2018 - 08.2020
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Central Maine Community College- Trio
08.2018 - 08.2020
Nurse Consultant
Citra Health
01.2016 - 05.2018
Nurse Manager
Maine General Medical Center
03.2008 - 07.2014
Purdue Global
MBA from Business
University of Maine At Fort Kent
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
University of New England
Associate of Science from Nursing

References

References
Available upon request.
Tracey Martin