Larry Gentsch
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse specializing in patient assessment, medication administration, and infection control. Develops comprehensive care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and mentors new staff. Advocates for patient rights and enhances safety through effective education and best practices. Delivers accurate assessments and maintains quality care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
UTSouthwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas
07.2020 - 09.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans, enhancing treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes, fostering active participation in care.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records, ensuring accuracy for enhanced continuity of care.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices and hospital protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring patient safety and promoting overall well-being.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Patient Care Technician
Texas Health Harris HEB Hospital
Bedford, Texas
07.2017 - 02.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient activities and needs.
- Provided compassionate patient care in diverse healthcare settings.
- Supported patients with mobility, ensuring safety during transfers.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
Hospice Aide
Aspen Homecare Service
Lewisville, Texas
03.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided physical, emotional and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients in hospice settings.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Assisted with daily living activities including bathing, grooming, and feeding.
- Monitored patient comfort and reported changes to healthcare team members.
- Educated family members about disease process, end-of-life issues, symptom management strategies and community resources available for support services.
- Maintained a safe environment for patient care through adherence to established safety guidelines and policies.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Irving, TX06-2020
MBA - Telecommunication And Information Technology
University of Dallas
Irving, TX05-1993
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Care plan development
- Vital signs monitoring
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Team mentorship
- Regulatory compliance
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Time management
Certification
Board Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Accomplishments
National Magnet Nursing Award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UTSouthwestern Medical Center
07.2020 - 09.2025
Patient Care Technician
Texas Health Harris HEB Hospital
07.2017 - 02.2020
Hospice Aide
Aspen Homecare Service
03.2016 - 07.2017
BSN - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
MBA - Telecommunication And Information Technology
University of Dallas