Esmeralda Martinez
Gaylord
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with experience in various clinical settings. Skills include patient education, health assessments, and administering medications, along with strong interpersonal communication abilities to build relationships with patients and families. Proven ability to handle high-stress situations and maintain composure, always prioritizing patient safety and comfort. In previous role, was a
Seasoned professional with several years of success in supporting surgeons during wide range of surgical procedures. Proficient in quickly setting up and breaking down surgical suites for assigned cases to sustain patient flows.
Professional with several years of experience helping diverse individuals. Moves easily between languages without missing details. Focused on advancing vocabulary, idiomatic, and cultural understanding with up-to-date knowledge as a bilingual registered nurse.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nursing Home Registered Nurse
Glencoe Regional Health Services
Glencoe
01.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions and documented findings in electronic health records.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to treatments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge procedures.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing critical support as needed.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Conducted routine physical assessments to track patient progress and needs.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated families about treatment procedures and resident care options.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on best practices and protocols.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards in the facility.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, weight and height.
- Responded quickly to any changes in a resident's condition or behavior by initiating appropriate interventions or notifying the physician and healthcare team member immediately.
- Worked collaboratively with other departments such as dietary, housekeeping, recreation therapy to meet the needs of each resident.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Glencoe Regional Health Services
Glencoe
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to treatments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create patient care plans.
- Performed wound care and maintained infection control protocols consistently.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on hospital procedures and protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided preoperative assessments for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
- Assisted in anesthesia administration and patient monitoring during surgery.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure sterile environments and equipment readiness.
- Educated patients on postoperative care and recovery expectations.
- Documented patient vital signs and surgical details in electronic health records.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to plan patient care and discharge processes.
- Collaborated with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided postoperative care to patients by changing dressings, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing emotional support.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Glencoe Regional Health Services
Glencoe
09.2016 - Current
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by preparing instruments and supplies.
- Maintained sterile field by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure efficient workflow in operating room.
- Monitored patient safety and comfort throughout surgical procedures.
- Organized and labeled surgical instruments for easy accessibility during operations.
- Documented procedures and maintained accurate surgical records for compliance.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harmony River living center
Hutchinson
08.2014 - 02.2018
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Society Nursing Home
Howard Lake
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality resident care and safety standards.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Rasmussen University
Mankato, MN 04.2022 - 12.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Surgical Technician
Rasmussen College
Saint Cloud, MN 12.2014 - 09.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN 01.2012 - 02.2012
Glencoe Silver Lake
Glencoe, MNSkills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Respiratory care
- Chronic disease management
- Fall prevention
- Palliative care
- Diabetes management
- End-of-life care
- Cardiac monitoring
- Urinary catheterization
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Feeding pumps
- Geriatric nursing
- Intravenous therapy
- Disease management programs
- EMR systems
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- IV management
- Pediatric nursing
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Nursing Home Registered Nurse
Glencoe Regional Health Services
01.2024 - Current
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Glencoe Regional Health Services
01.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Rasmussen University
04.2022 - 12.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist
Glencoe Regional Health Services
09.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Surgical Technician
Rasmussen College
12.2014 - 09.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harmony River living center
08.2014 - 02.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Society Nursing Home
08.2012 - 08.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Ridgewater College
01.2012 - 02.2012
Glencoe Silver Lake