Erika Gonzalez
Castaic
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse I
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
Castaic, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
Slymar, CA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Delivered high-quality patient care during labor and delivery process, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Oversaw monitoring of fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, ensuring timely response to condition changes.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
Registered Nurse II
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
Castaic, CA
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Optimize patient care by developing trusting relationships with patients and families
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Exemplify excellence in patient service by educating patients and families on medication administration and nutrition to accelerate patient recovery
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance service delivery.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care, assessing health needs and implementing individualized treatment plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
Registered Nurse, Psychiatry
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital
Valencia, CA
10.2016 - 09.2021
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment for patients, utilizing effective communication skills and maintaining professional boundaries.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and implementation of behavior management plans.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments routinely to identify high-risk individuals in need of additional intervention or monitoring within the facility setting.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CAAssociate of Science in Biological & Physical Sciences - undefined
College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, CASkills
- Clinical Assessment
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Crisis Management
- Case Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Staff Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- EMR Systems
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
01.2023 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse I
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse II
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
01.2018 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Psychiatry
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital
10.2016 - 09.2021
Associate of Science in Biological & Physical Sciences - undefined
College of the Canyons
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Antelope Valley College
Additional Experience
- Palmdale Regional Medical Center | Registered Nurse, Med-Surg/Tele | February 2016 - October 2018
- Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital | Certified Nursing Assistant | August 2012 - October 2016
- Wasco State Prison | Certified Nursing Assistant | June 2011 - February 2012