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Christa Gonzalez, LVN
San Diego
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with more than 11 years of experience and passion for providing high quality care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Scripps HealthcareSan Diego, CA
Clinic LVN
07.2020 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Enhanced patient comfort levels during procedures by explaining processes thoroughly beforehand while also addressing any concerns or questions that arose throughout their visits confidently.
- Mentored new LVN staff members to ensure proper training and integration into the clinic''s workflow, promoting a cohesive team environment.
Aveanna Heathcare
Home Health LVN
10.2019 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Assisted patients in managing their daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, gastrostomy tube feeding, tracheostomy care.
- Increased patient safety by diligently administering medications, wound care, and other treatments per physician orders.
Aveanna Heathcare
Home Health LVN
02.2019 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Contributed to improved quality of life for patients with chronic conditions through skilled symptom management.
- Enhanced overall patient and family experience through consistent demonstration of empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competency in diverse populations.
Visiting Nurses Of Nevada
Home Health LVN
06.2018 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining detailed documentation of patients'' health status, interventions, and outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify any potential risks or barriers to successful home-based rehabilitation programs.
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
LVN
03.2016 - 03.2018
Job overview
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Kindred
LVN Floor Nurse
11.2013 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
Woodward Regional Hospital
LVN Floor Nurse
08.2012 - 08.2013
Job overview
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in a medical surgical environment.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Education
Palomar CollegeSan Marcos, CA
Associate of Science from General Studies
05.2023
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Chronic Disease Management
- Pediatric Care
- Palliative Care
- Tracheostomy Care
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certified
- Basic Life Support Provider
Timeline
Clinic LVN
Scripps Healthcare
07.2020 - 10.2023
Home Health LVN
Aveanna Heathcare
10.2019 - 07.2020
Home Health LVN
Aveanna Heathcare
02.2019 - 10.2019
Home Health LVN
Visiting Nurses Of Nevada
06.2018 - 12.2018
LVN
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
03.2016 - 03.2018
LVN Floor Nurse
Kindred
11.2013 - 01.2016
LVN Floor Nurse
Woodward Regional Hospital
08.2012 - 08.2013
Palomar College
Associate of Science from General Studies
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