Brian Nguyen
Martinez
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with over three years of experience in Stroke/Telemetry and Oncology nursing, seeking to transition into a Critical Care/ICU role. Proven ability to manage high-acuity patients, recognize rapid clinical deterioration, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. Strong foundation in cardiac monitoring, neuro assessments, medication administration, and evidence-based practice. Motivated to advance critical care skills and deliver exceptional patient outcomes in an ICU setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Oncology Unit
John Muir Health
01.2025 - Current
- Enhanced patient outcomes by delivering complex care for oncology conditions.
- Monitored chemotherapy reactions, ensuring prompt response to clinical changes.
- Managed central lines, ports, and PICCs, ensuring strict infection control for immunocompromised patients.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, focusing on dignity and emotional support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse – Stroke/Telemetry Unit
Adventist Health
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Served as relief charge nurse, overseeing daily unit operations including staff assignments, patient flow, conflict resolution, and clinical decision-making to ensure safe and efficient care delivery.
- Acted as a preceptor for new graduate and experienced nurses, supporting orientation, clinical skill development, and unit-specific policies and procedures.
- Provide care for high-acuity stroke and cardiac patients, including CVA, TIA, atrial fibrillation, CHF, and post-thrombolytic therapy.
- Perform continuous telemetry monitoring, rhythm interpretation, and prompt escalation of care for life-threatening arrhythmias.
- Conduct comprehensive neurological assessments, including NIH Stroke Scale and frequent neuro checks.
- Collaborate with neurology, cardiology, and rapid response teams to manage patient deterioration and transfers to ICU.
- Educate patients and families on stroke prevention, medication adherence, and post-discharge care.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Capella University
11.2027
Associates of Nursing - undefined
De Anza College
12.2022
Skills
- Continuous Cardiac & Telemetry Monitoring
- Neurological Assessments (NIHSS)
- Early Recognition of Patient Deterioration
- Sepsis Recognition & Management
- Interpretation of lab trends, ABGs (as applicable), and vital sign instability
- Strong prioritization and multitasking in fast-paced, high-acuity environments
- Stroke & Neurovascular Care
- Oncology & Immunocompromised Patient Care
- IV therapy, Central Line, PORT & PICC Care
- Rapid response & code blue participation
- Fluency with EPIC & Cerner charting systems
Certification
- Registered Nurse | #95297574 | California Board of Registered Nursing
- BLS Provider | American Heart Association
- ACLS Provider | American Heart Association
- NIHSS | BlueCloud
Languages
Vietnamese
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Oncology Unit
John Muir Health
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Stroke/Telemetry Unit
Adventist Health
10.2022 - 01.2025
Associates of Nursing - undefined
De Anza College
Bachelor of Nursing -
Capella University