Yordanka Martinez
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
I worked as a nurse for more than 20 years in Cuba. Since immigrating to the United States, I have served as the primary caretaker for an elderly Jacksonville resident and I have a passion for helping others. I have worked in outpatient surgical facilities and hospitals. and am skilled in providing exceptional care to diverse patient populations. I am responsible, very organized, loyal and enjoy working as part of the team.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Elder Caretaker
Clara Cardin
01.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to clients, assisting with daily tasks such as meal preparation and personal grooming.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
Elder Caregiver
Personal Residence Of Dr. Rafael Gomez And Wife
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided compassionate care and communication and support to the family with end-of-life issues.
Caregiver
The Palms At Ponte Vedra
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dental care, bathing and dressing guidance to promote good personal hygiene.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Elder Caretaker
Personal Residence Of Hilda Solaun
11.2020 - 09.2022
- Provided in-home care to an elderly resident of Jacksonville.
- Coordinated appointments, provided transportation and assisted with daily living tasks.
- Provided compassionate care, communication and support to the family with end-of-life issues.
Volunteer Office Support
Salvation Army
05.2019 - 06.2019
- Provided office administration and records support.
Nurse
Outpatient Institute
02.2000 - 08.2018
- Provided patient care prior, during and after procedures.
- Provided instrumentation and support for procedures including panendoscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP, motily tests, surgical biliary percutaneous drainage, laparoscopic nephrolithotomy and taking samples to biopsy.
- Maintained statistics as part of medical research projects.
Attending Nurse
Salvador Allende Hospital
07.1998 - 01.1999
- Tended to more than 20 patients with cardiovascular, neurological and respiratory disorders.
- Placed orders for and administered medication and provided would care.
- Maintained patient records.
Education
CNA
One Week CNA Training
Jacksonville07.2022
Basic Life Support
Jacksonville, FL07.2022
English As A Second Language (ESOL)
FSCJ
Jacksonville, FL01.2021
Courses in English And Human Resources
La Salle Center
Havana, Cuba01.2013
Nursing in Motility Digestive Department
Gastroenterology Institute
Havana, Cuba05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Licentiate in Nursing
Higher Institute of Medical Sciences of Havana
Havana, Cuba07.1998
Skills
- Elder Care
- Patient Care and Assessment
- Safety awareness
- Phlebotomy
- Nutrition monitoring
- Taking Vitals
- Emotional Support
- Adaptable problem-solving
- Transportation Assistance
- Healthcare coordination
- Physical therapy support
Timeline
Elder Caretaker
Clara Cardin
01.2024 - Current
Elder Caregiver
Personal Residence Of Dr. Rafael Gomez And Wife
07.2023 - 01.2024
Caregiver
The Palms At Ponte Vedra
11.2022 - 07.2023
Elder Caretaker
Personal Residence Of Hilda Solaun
11.2020 - 09.2022
Volunteer Office Support
Salvation Army
05.2019 - 06.2019
Nurse
Outpatient Institute
02.2000 - 08.2018
Attending Nurse
Salvador Allende Hospital
07.1998 - 01.1999
CNA
One Week CNA Training
Basic Life Support
English As A Second Language (ESOL)
FSCJ
Courses in English And Human Resources
La Salle Center
Nursing in Motility Digestive Department
Gastroenterology Institute
Bachelor of Science - Licentiate in Nursing
Higher Institute of Medical Sciences of Havana
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