Tracy Gilmartin
Raynham,MA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse versed in caring for diverse populations and conditions. Supports patient comfort, safety and privacy with stringent adherence to established protocols. Proactive educator with experience in wound care, medication management and EMR.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
Learning Prep School The
Newton, MA
10.2024 - Current
- Managed immunization compliance efforts, maintaining accurate records and ensuring adherence to state requirements.
- Reduced absenteeism rates by promptly addressing health concerns and providing preventive care to students.
- Developed educational materials on various health topics for distribution throughout the school community, raising awareness of important issues.
- Enhanced student health and well-being by implementing comprehensive health programs and initiatives.
- Trained faculty and staff on emergency response procedures, increasing preparedness for potential medical situations.
- Collaborated with school staff to develop individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs, ensuring proper support in the learning environment.
- Served as a liaison between the school, families, healthcare providers, and community agencies to address student health needs collaboratively.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Wellness Nurse
Bethany Community Services
Haverhill, MA
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Administered wellness assessments to identify patient health needs and develop personalized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement health promotion programs and improve patient outcomes. Including Pace,Home Health Agencies,Elder Services and other agencies as needed.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications for enhanced well-being. Developed Wellness Wednesday.
- Monitored vital signs and provided timely interventions based on assessment findings to ensure patient safety.
- Developed training materials for new staff, enhancing onboarding processes and promoting best practices in wellness care.
- Facilitated workshops on nutrition, exercise, and stress management to foster community engagement in health initiatives.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems to improve accuracy and accessibility of patient data.
- Spearheaded wellness-focused events targeted at raising awareness about healthy living habits among vulnerable populations.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding medication administration practices through regular audits.
- Explained ways to holistically alleviate depression and anxiety, which included meditation, and yoga.
- Assisted patients in achieving their health goals by providing one-on-one counseling on lifestyle modifications and chronic disease management strategies.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by mentoring new nurses and fostering a supportive team culture.
School Registered Nurse
Salem Public Schools
Salem, NH
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Attended to health needs of over 900 staff and students
- Responded with prompt care to injuries, accidents, or serious student illnesses.
- Treated patients with mental health issues alongside multidisciplinary team.
- Maximized office efficiency keeping supplies and records well-organized for expected needs.
- Intervened and stabilized patients during emergencies with immediate first aid, CPR or advanced life support care.
- Trained faculty and staff in healthcare protocols for common student ailments and emergencies
School Registered Nurse
Sanborn Public School
Kingston, NH
08.2008 - 11.2020
- Helped implement in-service healthcare programs for students and school personnel, Crisis, Wellness and Safety Committees
- Counseled students, parents and school personnel on ways to improve student health.
- Attended to health needs of 75 faculty and over 400 students at Public school.
- Intervened and stabilized patients during emergencies with immediate first aid, CPR or advanced life support care.
Home Health Nurse Case Manager
Home Health VNA
Lawrence, Massachusetts
07.1999 - 07.2008
- Enhanced patient outcomes through careful monitoring of conditions and comprehensive support.
- Controlled infection risks with careful care of wounds and thorough sanitizing techniques.
- Modified patients' treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and new physician orders using EMR and Oasis
- Delegated and supervised patient care duties performed by LPNs and students.
Dialysis Charge Nurse
Fresenius
Westood, Ma
07.1998 - 07.1999
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Laboure College
Dorchester, MABachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
University of Massachusetts
Boston, MASkills
- Ability to multitask
- Case management
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate care
- Infection control protocols
- Multicultural sensitivity
Certification
CPR/First Aid
Yoga 200 HR Teacher
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
MA, NH Licensure
Timeline
School Nurse
Learning Prep School The
10.2024 - Current
Wellness Nurse
Bethany Community Services
10.2023 - 08.2024
School Registered Nurse
Salem Public Schools
01.2021 - 06.2023
School Registered Nurse
Sanborn Public School
08.2008 - 11.2020
Home Health Nurse Case Manager
Home Health VNA
07.1999 - 07.2008
Dialysis Charge Nurse
Fresenius
07.1998 - 07.1999
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Laboure College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
University of Massachusetts