Elizabeth Martinez
Dublin
Summary
Team-oriented PACU Nurse possessing the qualities required to be a hands-on and dedicated healthcare professional. A calm personality with over 10 years directing post-operative patient care. Ready to join a new company that appreciates exemplary patient care skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Alvarado Hospital
San Diego, United States
02.2014 - 12.2023
- Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels. Artline monitoring trained.
- hemodynamic stabilize and recover Spine, Orthopedic, Vascular, General , ENT, and Neuro surgeries.
- Experience with chest tube monitoring.
- Conducted pre-op assessment of patients prior to surgery or procedure.
- Administer medications as ordered by physicians via Intravenous access such as Fentanyl, Dilaudid, morphine an Demerol for pain.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
OR/PACU/Pre-Op Nurse
Yuma Regional Medial Center Outpatient
Yuma, United States
03.2006 - 02.2013
- Circulating Surgical Nurse: Orthopedic, General, Opthalmology,
- Assist anesthesia with intubation
- Provided pre-operative care to patients by conducting patient assessments, obtaining vital signs and medical histories.
- Assisted surgeons in the operating room with patient preparation, including positioning, draping and skin preparation.
- Responded quickly to changes in a patient's condition before, during or after a procedure according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with members of the interdisciplinary team such as nurses, technicians and anesthesiologists throughout the perioperative period.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arizona Western College
United States07-2004
Skills
- Airway Management
- Critical Care and Vital Signs Monitoring
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- IV Insertion
- Pain Management
- Compassionate Care
Certification
- Associates Degree in Science
- Basic and Advanced Life Support Certified
- Continuing Education
Languages
English
First Language
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Alvarado Hospital
02.2014 - 12.2023
OR/PACU/Pre-Op Nurse
Yuma Regional Medial Center Outpatient
03.2006 - 02.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arizona Western College
References
References available upon request.
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