Tracy Martz
Muscatine,IA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at UnityPoint Health Trinity, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and high-level autonomy. Skilled in critical care patient management and HIPAA compliance, with a commitment to enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care. Excelled in mentoring new staff and leading by example in crisis intervention and evidence-based practice projects.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
UnityPoint Health Trinity
Muscatine, IA
05.1989 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Emergency Nurse for 17 yrs; Surgical Nurse; SSU Nurse; Surgical Scheduler; Shift Director/House Supervisor since 2012.
- Past certifications: CEN; TNCC; ENPC; NRP
- Current certifications: ACLS; PALS
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Eastern Iowa Community College
Davenport, IA09.1993
Skills
- High level of autonomy
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical care patient management
- Complex Problem-solving
- Documentation and HIPPA compliance
- Nurse Leadership supervision
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UnityPoint Health Trinity
05.1989 - Current
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Eastern Iowa Community College