Danette Gonzalez
Pomona
Summary
Experienced Clinical Nurse Manager with over 21 years of expertise in oncology nursing and healthcare management. Skilled in providing high-quality patient care, overseeing nursing teams, and implementing evidence-based practices in a fast-paced oncology setting. Adept at fostering a supportive and compassionate environment for both patients and staff, while ensuring adherence to clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Proven track record of leading interdisciplinary teams, improving patient outcomes, and optimizing resource utilization. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in cancer care delivery. Passionate about supporting patients through their cancer journey, enhancing staff performance, and contributing to the advancement of oncology nursing practices.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Manager
City of Hope
09.2022 - Current
- Reports directly to the Executive Director of Clinical Nursing and Associate Chief of Nursing, ensuring alignment with hospital goals and objectives
- Creates goals and objectives for Float Pool, Nursing Administration, Case Management, and Patient Throughput, ensuring these goals are met by staff across multiple departments
- Manages a team of over 100 registered nurses and support staff across various departments, ensuring high-quality care for patients undergoing cancer treatment
- Implements evidence-based protocols and best practices, leading to improved patient outcomes and a reduction in readmission rates
- Directs daily operations, including patient admissions, discharges, and staff assignments, ensuring efficient and effective workflows
- Develops and leads educational programs for nursing staff on new oncology treatments, symptom management, and patient care techniques to promote continuous professional development
- Plays a key role in maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards, contributing to successful audits and inspections
- Monitors and manages patient safety initiatives, including infection control and chemotherapy administration protocols, ensuring adherence to safety standards
- Works closely with the COH Epic team on enhancements and workflow improvements
Pediatric Lead Theory Instructor
West Coast University
01.2019 - 03.2023
- Facilitates student learning associated with course and program learning outcomes
- Provides professional leadership and support, serves as an educator, role model and mentor
- Creates an educational environment to foster innovation, responsiveness, and accountability
- Actively participates in assessment of student learning activities to maximize student potential
- Upholds a culture of academic integrity
- Promotes collaboration and teamwork within the educational team
- Works on academic changes and implementation
Clinical Practice Educational Specialist
City of Hope
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Contributed to multiple education training sessions for annual RN education
- Work with managers on educational opportunities
- Develop and contribute strategic plans to advance standards on the unit to improve overall patient care and outcomes
- Educate staff nurses on evidenced-based changes to improve quality outcomes
- Responsible for providing nurse and patient education, coordinating patient care, and providing advice and emotional support to patients and families
- Provide real-time education to bedside nurses to improve the quality of care and patient safety outcomes
Clinical Nurse IV
City of Hope
02.2004 - 03.2020
- Float to multiple units across the hospital in both inpatient and outpatient settings working with all bone marrow type recipients and medical-surgical patients
- Care for critically or chronically ill pediatric and adult cancer, bone marrow transplants, and medical-surgical patients
- Manage patients either preparing for or recovering from a bone marrow transplant, surgical procedures, or medical conditions
- Follow set processes, procedures, and standards to deliver safe, therapeutic, and quality patient care
- Effectively communicate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide quality care
- Serves as a role model to promote the improvement of care deliveries and utilization of resources
- Continue to advance knowledge, practices, and competencies through continuing education opportunities
Education
DNP - Nursing
Purdue Global University
West Lafayette, Indiana10-2022
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governor University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior University
New York, NY01.2003
Skills
- Demonstrates ability to provide professional leadership and support to nursing teams, fostering an environment of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Skilled in facilitating learning experiences that align with desired outcomes, promoting the development of nursing staff and maximizing their potential
- Creates a positive environment that encourages innovation and adaptability, allowing the team to respond effectively to evolving healthcare challenges
- Adept at addressing and resolving conflicts and maintaining a positive and supportive work environment while ensuring patient-centered care remains the priority
- Upholds a culture of integrity, compassion, honesty, and professionalism, fostering trust and respect within the team and with patients
- Strong communication skills, promoting transparent and open dialogue between staff, patients, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal care delivery
- Proficient in Word, spreadsheets, word-processing software, and EPIC EHR
Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of California License #630232
- CPHON Certified – Certified Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse
- Chemotherapy and Biotherapy – Provider #41851
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Affiliations
- APHON Member
- Member of Student Appeals Committee
- Member of Judicial Affairs
- Member of NCC- curriculum development
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Manager
City of Hope
09.2022 - Current
Clinical Practice Educational Specialist
City of Hope
03.2020 - 09.2022
Pediatric Lead Theory Instructor
West Coast University
01.2019 - 03.2023
Clinical Nurse IV
City of Hope
02.2004 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governor University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior University
DNP - Nursing
Purdue Global University
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