Daniel Gonzales

• Works closely with Providers to promote patient aligned centered teams.
• Assist in maintaining regular and routine appointments for preventive care.
• Assist with tracking consults and Non-VA consults to promote ongoing care.
• Assist with interdisciplinary education.
• Ensured seamless transitions to inpatient units by preparing thorough documentation for handoffs.
• Supported successful implementation of newly adopted protocols within the PACT through active involvement in training sessions and policy updates.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
• Maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and other critical data points for proper evaluation of patient's conditions.
• Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with advancements in nursing practices and trends within the PACT.
• Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system.
• Collaborated with patients and healthcare teams to assess, plan, implement and evaluate custom care plans for each individual.
• Promoted quality of care by adhering to industry standards and measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and benchmarks.

• Works closely with Physicians and CRNP in family practice ambulatory clinic.
• Works daily on computers answering and responding to T-cons, placing referrals, RX's and other orders for Military members and families with PCM authorizations.
• Assist in maintaining regular and routine P.E.
• and current labs for preventive health care.
• Perform all duties of , including administering therapy, maintaining patient treatment records, and consulting with physicians.
• Improved student immunization rates through diligent record-keeping, communication with parents, and partnership with local healthcare providers.
• Promoted a culture of wellness within the school by organizing events such as health fairs, workshops, and fitness challenges for both students and staff members alike.
• Supported students with special needs by collaborating with teachers, counselors, and parents to provide individualized care plans.
• Ensured timely medical attention for students by efficiently managing the school clinic and triaging cases.
• Assessed growth patterns of students through annual height, weight, vision, hearing screenings to identify potential concerns early on.
• Reduced absenteeism rates by promoting preventive healthcare measures and educating students on proper hygiene practices.
• Delivered compassionate care to students experiencing illness or injury while maintaining confidentiality of their medical information.
• Established strong relationships with parents; communicating about their children''s health needs regularly to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Served as a resource for faculty and staff on health-related issues, providing training sessions on topics such as first aid and allergy management.
• Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
• Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
• Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.

• Delegated and supervised prison infirmary and supporting staff.
• Responsible for communicating with contracted hospitals and all state prisons for any medical needs for inmates.
• Assisted with medications, treatments, wound care and triaging injured inmates.
• Supervised prison infirmary, supervised staff (CNA's and LPN's), and made daily assignments for nursing staff.
• Contributed to a positive school culture by serving as an advocate for student health and wellness, empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
• Collaborated with teachers to address diverse learning styles while designing inclusive classroom accommodations for students with chronic illnesses or disabilities.
• Implemented evidence-based practices in healthcare delivery to continuously improve the quality of nursing services provided in the school setting.
• Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
• Promoted a healthy school environment through regular inspections, identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective actions.
• Supported mental health initiatives within the school community by participating in committees focusing on social-emotional learning strategies.
• Served as a resource for faculty and staff by providing training on first aid, CPR, and other health-related topics.
• Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
• Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
• Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.

All aspect of clinic responsibility;

• VA computer charting
• Patient outreach
• Medication administration.
• Maintained up to date records for 14 clinics and all patient panels for multiple providers
• coordinating patient appointments
• Providing care for Same Day Access patients from various mental health clinics
• Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
• Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
• Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
• Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.

Working in the full capacity as an experienced and independent full-time Medication or Charge Nurse, dependent on unit and Hospital need for Child/Adolescent, Adult, or Geriatric Mental Health Units for the Nix Mental Health Services. Coordinate six to seven Mental Health Technicians under direct supervision. Interdisciplinary team coordination with Social Workers and Doctors on the care for maximum of twenty-nine mental health patients to include the six bed High Acuity unit with constant one on one monitoring.

• Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
• Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
• Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.

Singularly managed care for a 50-bed facility to include all administrative and charting requirements, insulin needs, hygiene, skin care, medication, mental, emotional assessments, Admissions, Emergency assessment and transport, all narcotic control and administration. Manage three CNA's and a CNA Medication Technician for proper care of the residents. Responsible licensure for the entire 65 bed facility.

• Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
• Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
• Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
• Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

All aspects of retail sales, store operation, financial obligations, Small Business Owner
Responsibilities: Inventory of merchandise, closing of all credit card machines, check batches and registers. Providing customer care, pricing of merchandise, hiring, training, and over viewing other co-owned business and providing same responsibilities when needed. Created all store visuals and ordered needed merchandise. Accomplishments: Successful endeavor, Sold Business to pursue Nursing Career.

• Worked in the Psychiatric department at Mead Haven for six months; was Charge nurse and did counseling to psyche patients.
• Performed Post-Partum for six months as staff nurse.
• Assessed Gyn and OB patients after delivery and/or surgeries; administer medications; and inserted IV's.
• Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
• Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
• Led professional development sessions for fellow teachers on topics such as technology integration or assessment design, contributing to a culture of ongoing improvement within the school community.
• Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or study groups, promoting intellectual curiosity outside the classroom setting.
• Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
• Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Served on various school committees focused on improving policies or procedures related to academics, safety, or equity issues – driving positive change at an institutional level.
• Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
• Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
• Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
• Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
• Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
• Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

Manage Assistant, All lesson plans, logistics, education, and discipline for up to eleven emotionally disturbed/behavioral defiant students. All Elementary grade levels, K-5, and all developmental levels diagnosed with the spectrum of qualifying Special Needs. All students in one classroom. Accomplishments: All students met or exceeded State level Tests and personal goals as per their specific goals set in ARD (Annual Review and Dismissal) meetings.

All aspects of Business management for an Independent Trucking company with eleven tractors and up to twenty-two drivers as well as a commercial Service Garage.

Top Secret Clearance, Removal and Installation of Security Command equipment throughout the world. Honorably Discharged.