Samira Martinez
Westminster
Summary
Experienced with patient care and clinical settings. Utilizes critical thinking and patient assessment skills to deliver high-quality nursing care. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and effective communication with medical teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-Op/PACU Nurse
Midtown Surgical Center
Denver, CO
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough pre-operative assessments to identify patient medical history, allergies, and medications, ensuring safe surgical preparation.
- Initiate IV lines, obtain admission vitals, and prepare patients for surgery.
- Managed post-operative recovery by monitoring and addressing pain, nausea, and other anesthesia-related symptoms to promote patient comfort and safety.
- Educated patients and families on post-surgical care and discharge instructions to facilitate recovery and enhance understanding of care requirements.
Neuro ICU Nurse
Swedish Medical Center
Englewood, CO
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed intracranial drains (EVDs) and monitored intracerebral pressures to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed comprehensive neurological assessments for conscious and unconscious patients.
- Facilitated organ donation and brain death testing, ensuring adherence to protocols and respect for patient's wishes.
- Supported families during critical care by guiding end-of-life discussions and terminal extubations with compassion.
PACU Travel Nurse
Midtown Surgical Center
Denver, CO
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Monitored post-anesthesia recovery, assessing consciousness, vital signs, and potential complications to ensure patient safety.
- Administered interventions for pain management, nausea relief, and addressing anesthesia side effects to enhance patient comfort.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative recovery protocols and provided clear discharge instructions to promote successful recovery.
Progressive Care Unit Nurse
Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s
Milwaukee, WI
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Delivered comprehensive care to patients with cardiac, respiratory, renal, and post-surgical conditions, enhancing patient recovery and well-being.
- Interpreted telemetry strips and executed advanced bedside procedures (NG tubes, chest tubes, wound vacs, IVs, central/peripheral line draws) to ensure timely interventions.
- Mentored new nurses and senior nursing students, fostering their professional development and ensuring high standards of patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI12-2019
Skills
- Moderate sedation administration and monitoring
- Preoperative and postoperative patient assessment
- Phase 1 and Phase 2 PACU recovery
- Airway assessment and management
- IV insertion and management
- Cardiac monitoring and EKG interpretation
- Patient education and discharge planning
- BLS, ACLS, PALS
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Colorado (Multi-State), License #1695969
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Exp. Jun 2027
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – Exp. Jun 2028
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Exp. Feb 2027
Languages
Bilingual: English & Spanish
Timeline
Pre-Op/PACU Nurse
Midtown Surgical Center
05.2024 - Current
Neuro ICU Nurse
Swedish Medical Center
12.2022 - 05.2024
PACU Travel Nurse
Midtown Surgical Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
Progressive Care Unit Nurse
Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s
03.2020 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh