Ava M Gonzales
Boerne
Summary
Motivated senior pursuing Practicum Internship at Texas Tech University. Detail-oriented and organized individual with a strong commitment to pediatric nursing. Passionate about supporting children and families through volunteer work with Tri Delta, aligned with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CFHI Study Abroad Participant
Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Enhanced understanding of pediatric healthcare through clinical rotations and surgical observations.
- Acquired knowledge of hospital protocols, patient care standards, and ethical practices.
- Upheld professionalism and confidentiality in all healthcare settings and interactions.
- Gained insights into cultural perspectives on pediatric healthcare delivery.
- Exhibited respect and friendliness while assisting team members and patients.
Certified Nurse Aide
Inspiration Hills Rehabilitation Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Facilitated patient comfort by assisting with daily living activities, ensuring dignity and respect.
- Supported residents with bathing, toileting, and transferring between positions to enhance mobility.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs to provide accurate health assessments for each patient.
- Observed and documented food and liquid intake to maintain nutritional standards and hydration.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to protocols and maintaining a clean environment at all times.
- Obtained BLS certification, enhancing ability to respond effectively to life-threatening emergencies.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
Infant Caregiver
Thrive Early Learning Academy of Boerne
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Ensured safety and well-being of up to four infants during caregiving periods.
- Provided nurturing care by feeding, changing, and entertaining infants aged 6 weeks to 12 months.
- Facilitated developmental learning through engaging activities tailored to infants' growth stages.
- Maintained accurate records of infant activities and milestones in a parent-accessible database.
- Completed fire safety training to ensure effective evacuation procedures for infants during emergencies.
- Attained CPR certification to respond promptly to any medical emergencies involving infants.
- Collaborated with parents to support individualized care plans for each infant's needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development & Family Sciences
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2026
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The Institute for Allied Healthcare
San Antonio, TX07.2024
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Samuel V. Champion High School
Boerne, TX05.2022
Skills
- Extremely organized
- Responsible
- Adaptable
- Able to work independently
- Able to work as part of a team
- Good time management skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Health and safety skills
- Infant care
- Child development skills
Awards & Honors
TTU President’s List Spring 2023, TTU Dean’s List Spring 2024, TTU Dean’s List Fall 2024, TTU President’s List Spring 2025, TTU President’s List Fall 2025
Community Service Activities
- Delta Delta Delta, Member, 2022-08, Present, Participated in numerous philanthropy events to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (eg, Delta After Dark, Delta’s House of Pancakes, Annual Golf Tournament, etc)
- Boerne Buddies, 2018-08, 2021-05, Partnered with a special needs student (our ‘buddy’) to assist them with homework, explore new friendships, and introduce them to broader social opportunities.
Leadership
- January 2024 – January 2025, Delta Delta Delta – Committee for Parents’ Weekend and Moms’/Dads’ Weekend: Helping to lead organizational efforts for the two biggest family-oriented events for the Tri Delta sorority; responsible for identifying and contacting venues and vendors to host events and provide food and beverages within budget; determining activities to be hosted; helping to design and sell t-shirts/ball caps; and working with members to craft gifts for each event.
- January 2023 – January 2024, Delta Delta Delta – Philanthropy Committee: As a member of this committee, we brainstorm ideas for fundraising and awareness; assist in the planning, set-up, and tear-down of each event; ensure that events are well organized; and conduct ‘lessons learned’ sessions after events to identify any troubles/pitfalls and discuss ways to boost engagement and participation.
Timeline
CFHI Study Abroad Participant
Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital
05.2025 - 06.2025
Certified Nurse Aide
Inspiration Hills Rehabilitation Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
Infant Caregiver
Thrive Early Learning Academy of Boerne
01.2020 - 06.2022
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The Institute for Allied Healthcare
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Samuel V. Champion High School
Bachelor of Science - Human Development & Family Sciences
Texas Tech University