Gala Capra
Visalia
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with over 20 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with all aspects of endoscopy nursing. Hardworking and passionate about patient advocacy. Have a strong belief in personal accountability and do the right thing all the time. Support and promote effective communication and team work
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Kaweah Health Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
- Applied advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care, increasing adherence to discharge instructions and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Managed sedation administration for optimal pain relief during clinical sessions while monitoring vital signs closely.
- Streamlined workflow by effectively managing supplies inventory and maintaining organized storage areas.
- Perform manometry procedures independently; including analysis and collaborating with physicians regarding results and updating our procedures to include Chicago 4 Protocol
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during endoscopy procedures.
- Meticulously maintained endoscopic equipment in line with manufacturer recommendations, ensuring optimal performance during procedures.
- Maximized staff productivity by offering guidance on best practices in the field of endoscopy nursing.
- Improved patient flow through efficient scheduling coordination with physicians'' offices, resulting in reduced wait times for appointments.
- Participated in ongoing cross-training initiatives to expand skill sets and provide support across various functions within the nursing team.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-procedure assessments encompassing detailed history taking and physical examinations to identify potential contraindications.
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Fredericksburg Endoscopy Center
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Established strong rapport with patients undergoing invasive procedures, alleviating anxiety levels before commencing treatments.
- Reduced procedure times by efficiently preparing patients, rooms, and equipment for endoscopic examinations.
- Streamlined workflow by effectively managing supplies inventory and maintaining organized storage areas.
- Admission and preparation of patients for endoscopic procedures in outpatient center. Establish IV access, administer pre-procedure medications if indicated
- Circulate and assist physicians during endoscopic procedure. Responsible for monitoring and recovering patient post procedure and discharging when stable and criteria met.
- Fully trained in all aspects of scope reprocessing following manufacturer and industry guidelines ensuring all patient safety and infection prevention measures are observed.
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Stafford Hospital Center
09.2014 - 02.2020
- Circulate and assist physicians in performing multiple endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
- Work closely with anesthesia provider to manage and coordinate schedule
- Applied advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively.
- Responsible for proper reprocessing of endoscopes per manufacturer guidelines, maintaining all regulatory policies
- Participated in the units joint commission inspection by working closely with infection prevention team to ensure we met or exceeded guidelines
- Performed manometry studies, analyzed and worked with physician to improve process. Trained new staff to perform manometry procedures
Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery
Stafford Hospital Center
12.2012 - 05.2014
- Educated patients on surgical processes, alleviating anxiety and fostering trust among patients and their families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Obtained informed consent from patients, ensuring that they fully understood the risks and benefits associated with their surgical procedures.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing personalized and attentive care during pre-and post-operative procedures.
- Admission of surgical and endoscopic procedural patients including IV access, detailed history and physical and medications. Patient teaching through the entire spectrum and obtaining informed consent
- Coordinated closely with anesthesia providers for seamless delivery of sedation medications throughout surgical procedures.
- Prepared patients for discharge efficiently by delivering tailored instructions regarding home care measures, medication administration, and follow-up appointments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA05.1997
Skills
- Endoscopy Procedures
- Biopsy assistance
- Conscious Sedation
- Gastrointestinal knowledge
- Polypectomy assistance
- Infection control protocols
- Medication and IV administration
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
- Critical Thinking
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Performs/analyzes Esophageal Manometries
- Bravo studies-patient teaching-insertion-upload study
- Scope reprocessing
- Data collection for Adenoma Detection Rates
- Quality Improvement
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 1997 to current
- ACLS expires 3/30/2025
- BLS expires 3/30/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Kaweah Health Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Fredericksburg Endoscopy Center
02.2021 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Stafford Hospital Center
09.2014 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery
Stafford Hospital Center
12.2012 - 05.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
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