Priscilla Gonzalez
San Diego
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Procedures RN
Department Of Veteran Affairs Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
- Skilled in therapeutic phlebotomy, peripheral IV insertion, 12- lead ECG, medication administration (IM/SQ injections, IV infusion, oral) , and all other department specific specialized diagnostic treatments and associated direct care interventions.
- Administer infusion therapy services including biotherapy, hydration, multiple blood transfusions (PRBC, FFPs, Platelets) through PIV, PICC, and port access while monitoring patients for adverse reactions and reporting findings to the healthcare team with adherence to following infusion titration standards per policy.
- Monitored vital signs and levels of consciousness to verify sedation wore off properly and patient regained consciousness.
- Utilized nursing process of assessment, planning, and implementing, evaluating and document plan of care for patients undergoing gastrointestinal/pulmonary diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions procedures performed in the unit or off the unit (ICU, PCU, M/S floors).
Endoscopy RN
Scripps Green Hospital
09.2022 - Current
- Administered Conscious Sedation (Moderate Sedation), reversals as needed, IV infusions, IV medications per MD orders with continuous patient assessment, monitoring of vitals, EKG, End-Tidal CO2 capnography, pain level assessment, tolerance of procedures.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessment before and after procedures, identifying and addressing complications promptly.
- Administered moderate sedation and managed airway during procedures, responding to emergencies as needed.
- Lead the team in the time out process to make sure all necessary information is communicated with the entire patient care team prior to beginning the procedure and during the de-briefing session after the procedure.
Medical-Surgical/Telemetry RN
Sharp Memorial Hospital
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided direct patient care for post-operative and chronically ill patients including monitoring vital signs, managing pain, and promoting wound healing.
- Monitored for and managed potential complications of surgical procedures, such as infection, bleeding or respiratory distress.
- Responded promptly to telemetry alarms, assessing patients and initiating appropriate interventions based on established protocols.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, resulting in improved patient satisfaction scores.
Medical-Surgical/Telemetry/Neuro/Stroke RN
Inland Valley Medical Center
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Administered complex care to neurological and cardiac patients, including cardiac monitoring heart rhythms monitoring and titration.
- Conducted comprehensive stroke risk assessments and educated patients and families on stroke prevention and management contributing to reduction in readmission rates.
- Participated in code blue and rapid response teams, providing advanced cardiac life support interventions during emergencies.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and hemodynamic parameters closely, detecting and responding to changes promptly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
10.2019
Pre-Nursing Studies
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA12-2016
Forensic Nurse
University of California Riverside
Riverside03-2024
Skills
- Intravenous Therapy/Management
- PICC/Port Access and Dressing Care
- Pain Management
- Sedation Administration
- Team Coordination
- Compassion and empathy
- Communication
- Care Planning and Delivery
- Discharge Planning
- EMR/EHR Records Management
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Affiliations
- Unit Practice Council
Timeline
Special Procedures RN
Department Of Veteran Affairs Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Endoscopy RN
Scripps Green Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Medical-Surgical/Telemetry RN
Sharp Memorial Hospital
08.2021 - 08.2022
Medical-Surgical/Telemetry/Neuro/Stroke RN
Inland Valley Medical Center
03.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Pre-Nursing Studies
Palomar College
Forensic Nurse
University of California Riverside
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