Gladys Quintero
Los Angeles
Summary
Nurse Practitioner skilled in patient-centered Oncology care and evidence-based practices. Known for strong collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and a commitment to improving patient education and outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Professor
Rio Hondo College
01.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging curriculum and instructional materials for diverse student populations.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and student participation.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to support academic growth.
- Conducted research in educational methodologies, contributing to departmental knowledge and best practices.
- Organized workshops and seminars to foster community engagement and lifelong learning among students.
- Mentored junior faculty on pedagogical strategies, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness within the department.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Rio Hondo College
10.2019 - 01.2024
- Designed and implemented clinical learning experiences for nursing students.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback sessions.
- Mentored students to enhance critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop course curricula that meet accreditation standards.
- Conducted evaluations of clinical sites to ensure optimal learning environments.
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
- Oriented and provided instruction to students during clinical rotations.
Oncology Nurse
City of Hope National Medical Center
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments, ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses, adjusting care plans as needed to improve outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, side effects, and self-care strategies for oncology support.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to improve medication administration accuracy and reduce adverse events.
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with case managers, social workers, and financial counselors to optimize patient outcomes.
Outpatient Oncology Nurse
Cedars Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Monitored patient vital signs and reactions to treatments, documenting changes in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, side effects, and self-care strategies for optimal recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in oncology care, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing end-of-life decisions, assisting with advance care planning discussions when needed.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies after chemotherapy treatments, promoting healing and reducing complications.
- Ensured accurate medical charting through meticulous documentation of vital signs, intervention outcomes, and relevant clinical notes.
Oncology Nurse
White Memorial Hospital
08.2013 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop targeted treatment plans for patients with various cancer types and stages.
- Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay current on advancements in oncology treatments and nursing techniques.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Science in Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL01-2015
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Preventive care
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Sound judgment
- Geriatric treatment
- Oncology
- Patient-centered care
- Critical thinking
- Patient advocacy
Accomplishments
- Worked with Doctors Without Borders in Mexico from 2016 to present.
Certification
- ANCC Board Certified Nurse Practitioner - 10/2023 - present.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Professor
Rio Hondo College
01.2024 - Current
Oncology Nurse
City of Hope National Medical Center
06.2022 - 05.2023
Outpatient Oncology Nurse
Cedars Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2022
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Rio Hondo College
10.2019 - 01.2024
Oncology Nurse
White Memorial Hospital
08.2013 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Science in Nursing
Chamberlain University