Allison Gutierrez
Summary
Foundations of Nursing Care Practicum ( Fall 2021) Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
Adult Nursing Science I Practicum ( Fall 2022) Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
Adult Nursing Science II Practicum (Spring 2023) Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
Mental Health & Mental Illness Nursing Practicum (Spring 2023) Bon Secours St. Mary's hospital, Lakeside Center, Cumberland Hospital, Bon Secours Richmond Community Hospital
Nursing Care of Families Practicum (Fall 2023) Bon Secours Memorial Regional Hospital, Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Kids Med West End
Population & Global Health Practicum ( Fall 2023) Commonwealth Catholic Charities
Senior Immersion- In progress (Spring 2024/ 225hrs)
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PICU Patient Care Technician
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
NICU Care Partner
VCU Health, Va
05.2021 - 05.2023
- provided basic care, such as feeding, bathing, changing diapers, weights, etc.
- soothed patients during procedures
- communicated effectively with the parents or guardians of infants, providing them with emotional support and education
- ensured patients rooms and carts remained well stocked
- assisted at the secretary desk: completed admissions and discharges, answered phone calls, ensured unit followed joint commission protocol
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Teacher Assistant
Tabernacle Baptist Church
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Agape Home Healthcare
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
Hostess/ Waitress
South Of The Border
09.2016 - 05.2019
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
Education
Bachelors - Health sciences, HPEX (Health Professions Exploration
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VaBachelors - Nursing
Bon Secours College of Nursing
Richmond, Va05.2024
Skills
Sentara hospital youth summer volunteering
- Specimen Handling
- Professional Communication
- Facility Safety
SCAN CAC
- Event Planning
- Data Evaluation
- Operations Support
St James preschool
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Cognitive Behavior Practices
- Character Building
Mission Trips with Saint Bede catholic ministry
- Community Involvement
- Mission Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
PICU Patient Care Technician
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
12.2022 - Current
NICU Care Partner
VCU Health, Va
05.2021 - 05.2023
Teacher Assistant
Tabernacle Baptist Church
08.2020 - 05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Agape Home Healthcare
05.2019 - 05.2020
Hostess/ Waitress
South Of The Border
09.2016 - 05.2019
Bachelors - Health sciences, HPEX (Health Professions Exploration
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelors - Nursing
Bon Secours College of Nursing