GABRIEL OSTAFEW
Rancho Mirage
Summary
Registered Nurse with three years of experience on a neuro/trauma med/surg unit at a level I trauma center, and one year of inpatient wound care, I seek to expand my skillset. As a DAISY award winner, I maintain a high standard of care and integrity, with a personal emphasis on building patient trust through human connection, listening, and a holistic approach to positive patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
Desert Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- Compassionate and quality care in an acute care setting, operating at the level of preceptor, providing training and education to both new hires and students
- Management of chest tube systems, PCA pumps, end of life care, TBIs, wound VACs, wound care, orthopedic devices and braces, psych patients requiring 1:1 sitters, restraints, IV therapy
- Experienced as charge nurse, ensuring a smooth patient and nurse flow of the unit through a multidisciplinary coordination and collaboration of resources and floor operations.
- Transitioned from Med/Surg to full-time inpatient wound care August 2025, one of a team of four treating and managing the complex wounds for the entire level 1 trauma center.
STORE MANAGER
Destination PSP
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Responsible for store operations, employee scheduling/hiring, shipping/receiving, event planning/coordination, and product development for a store of fourteen employees.
- Created and maintained a positive work environment for both employees and customers through clear communication, conflict resolution, relationship building, and the ability to prioritize under pressure.
Education
BACHELOR’S DEGREE - NURSING
Capella University
01.2024
ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE - NURSING
College of the Desert
01.2021
ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE - MUSIC
College of the Desert
01.2015
Skills
- Compassion
- Communication
- Patient-Centered Care
- Organization and Prioritization
- Customer Service
- Efficiency
Certification
- Registered Nurse California State Board of Nursing License #95272558 Exp: 10/31/2027
- BLS American Heart Association Exp: 06/30/2027
- DAISY Award Winner June 2023
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE
Desert Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
STORE MANAGER
Destination PSP
01.2015 - 01.2021
ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE - NURSING
College of the Desert
ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE - MUSIC
College of the Desert
BACHELOR’S DEGREE - NURSING
Capella University