Mary Dorothy Martins
Nursing
Calgary,AB
One of the deep secrets of life is that all that is really worth doing is what we do for others.
Lewis Carroll
Summary
Proficient, dependable and caring nursing team member offering over 30 years of patient-facing experience. Adept in addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds and population. Proven track record of delivering high quality care, strong task prioritization amidst challenges as is evidenced in my career as a travel nurse. Proficient in the following health record systems - EPIC, CERNER, MEDITECH, OMNICEL, PYXIS and more
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
11
11
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Alberta Health Services, AHS
09.2015 - 10.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assessed and cared for complex wounds, provided treatments, applied devices like VAMPT/ VAC facilitated healing, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in medication administration via all routes- PO, IM, IV, SC, through all access not limited to PIV, CVAD, TPN, PCA, B.Braun, Baxter Sigma and other routine nursing procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies thus enabled safe and therapeutic environment through effectively risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
Registered Nurse
Lagos University Teaching Hospital.
01.1990 - 03.2013
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to quickly assess and develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- 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.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse - General Nursing
No Degree - EKG And Telemetry Tech
07.2024
Associate of Science - Registered Professional Nurse
03.2024
- NCLEX-Rn : 2024
- Completed Coursework: ACLS (HSF), 2024
- Completed Coursework: HIPAA awareness certificate, 2023
- Professional Development Studies: Child Abuse Prevention Certificate, 2023
- Foundations of Infection Control certificate, 2023
Post-Baccaleurate Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
10.2005
Skills
- Medication dispense and administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient wholistic assessment, VS monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Wound Care
- Clinical judgment, critical thinking and documentation accuracy
- Compassionate Care
- Geriatric Care, Dementia care
- Immunization Administration
- Therapeutic communication and education
- Emergency Response
- CPR/AED
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Certification
Registered Professional Nurse - April 2024
Licensed Practical Nurse. July. 2015
BLS, ACLS, NVCI & AMH, IM/ID/IMMUNIZATION(CLPNA), Trauma Informed Care. Dementia care. Pain Mgt. PAL
Full Certifications:
BLS - Current
ACLS - Current
IM/ID/Immunization - 2016 (CLPNA)
It's Your Move (safe transfer) Current
Trauma Informed Certificate (AHS) current
NVCI & Addiction and Mental Health - current
Vac Dressing Care and Management of wound- current
Person Centered Care Management (AHS) current
See The Person - current
Palliative Care Education (AHS) current
Pain Education and Management (AHS) current
Inpatient Diabetic Management
Dementia Care (University of Tasmania)
Indigenous Awareness and Sensitivity (AHS)
Accomplishments
- Achieved an appreciation award certificate by completing required training and education, served as Covid-19 rapid response immunizer through 2020 - 2022 with accuracy and efficiency
- Documented and resolved suicidal plan of a Child sexually abused victim which led to the celebration of an accomplishment individual this day
- Collaborated with team of 8 health professionals in the development and commencement of KINDD unit for Individuals living with developmental disabilities in an LTC facifacilit.
Affiliations
- CRNA. NY Board of Registered Professional Nurse. TXBON. AACN.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse - Alberta Health Services, AHS
09.2015 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse - Lagos University Teaching Hospital.
01.1990 - 03.2013
College of Registered Nursing And Midwifery - Associate of Science, Registered Nurse - General Nursing
National Telemetry Association- EKG And Telemetry - No Degree, EKG And Telemetry Tech
The University of The State of New York - Associate of Science, Registered Professional Nurse
Bow Valley College - Post-Baccaleurate Diploma, Licensed Practical Nurse
University of Lagos - Bachelor of Science, Health Education
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