Esther Martinez
Lancaster,PA
Summary
Ambitious registered nurse with 10 years healthcare experience. Proficient in providing direct patient care to multiple patients with a plethora of diagnoses. Poised and level headed when dealing with difficult patients and demanding environments. Able to communicate well and build rapport. Strongly advocates for both patients and staff.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital
02.2019 - Current
- Provided care on a 18 bed medical-surgical unit, specializing in orthopedics and trauma, that participates in the Geriatric Fracture Program.
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating plan of care for patients in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting staff with medication passes and acting as a resource to other nurses.
- Precepted new nursing - providing training on standards of care, proper techniques, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
St Anne's Retirement Community
03.2018 - 12.2019
- Provided a range of services to 119 bed senior living facility for both skilled and memory support unit, as a med nurse, charge nurse, and nurse supervisor.
- Administered medications and treatment to residents, while also documenting changes in health and behavior.
- Assessed resident status and notified provider of new clinical changes; as well as notifying family and updating careplans with the healthcare team.
- Manage staffing assignments and workflow, while also providing customer service to families.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Anne's Retirement Community
07.2014 - 03.2018
- Provided specialized cared and supported the needs of skilled and memory support residents.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Completed activities of daily living (ADLs) for patients unable to care for themselves and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Build rapport and provide social and emotional support to both residents and their families
- Offered therapeutic time and activities to residents living with dementia
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA02.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA12.2017
Skills
- Patient evaluation
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Patient and Family Education
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Strong communication
- Flexibility
- Dependability
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital
02.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
St Anne's Retirement Community
03.2018 - 12.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Anne's Retirement Community
07.2014 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
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