Angela Gomez
Mission,TX
Summary
Accomplished Neuro ICU Registered Nurse with a proven track record, enhancing patient outcomes through expert application of clinical judgment and therapeutic communication. Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives, demonstrating exceptional healthcare team collaboration and emergency response skills. Achieved significant reductions in patient readmissions, embodying a commitment to excellence in nursing care and patient education. Registered nurse that never gives up until she reaches her goals and loves working with a team and is extremely responsible in all her roles.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Tenet
Harlingen, TX
04.2024 - Current
- Actively participated in code blue situations utilizing ACLS protocols for rapid response resuscitation efforts.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to neuro ICU nursing practices.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Informed treating team of subtle changes indicative of derangement of cerebral hemodynamics, intervening appropriately.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients and families during difficult times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients in an ICU setting.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent needs of critically ill patients.
- Utilized advanced clinical knowledge to provide evidence-based nursing care within the scope of practice guidelines.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Knapp Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
STUDENT NURSE TECHNICIAN
DOCTORS' HOSPITAL AT RENAISSANCE
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Assisted nursing staff in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections.
- Improved patient comfort by performing vital signs monitoring and reporting any abnormalities to the nursing staff promptly.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members, ensuring proper coordination of care.
Education
B.S.N -
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY
Edinburg, TX12.2022
Skills
- Patient Education
- Pain Control
- Wound Dressing
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Therapeutic Communication
- Infection Control
- Clinical Judgment
- Pain Management
- Team Collaboration
- Emergency Response
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Basic Life Support
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Assessment
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Conflict Resolution - Responsible for handling customer account inquiries, accurately providing information to ensure resolution of product/service complaints and customer satisfaction.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Tenet
04.2024 - Current
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Knapp Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2024
STUDENT NURSE TECHNICIAN
DOCTORS' HOSPITAL AT RENAISSANCE
01.2022 - 01.2023
B.S.N -
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY
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