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Elisa Gonzalez De Los Santos

Elisa Gonzalez De Los Santos

Bakersfield,California

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) graduate with nine years of extensive nursing experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Fluent in Spanish and English, enabling effective communication and culturally sensitive care for diverse patient populations. Rooted in the Central Valley community of Bakersfield, CA, I have a deep understanding of the unique healthcare needs and challenges faced by our diverse population. My background in serving this community has equipped me with the cultural competence and empathy necessary to provide exceptional care. I am eager to contribute to a primary care setting, bringing a wealth of clinical knowledge, adaptability, and a patient-centered approach to enhance the health and well-being of the community I call home.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Inpatient/outpatient

Kern Medical
08.2016 - Current
  • Provided direct patient care in a busy medical-surgical/telemetry floor for five years
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care for two years
  • Provided patient care in outpatient medicine specialty clinics/infusion center for the last two years
  • Collaborated with physicians and other multidisciplinary teams to plan and manage patient care.

Registered Nurse, Urgent Care

Bakersfield Family Medical Center
02.2021 - 11.2023
  • Provided nursing care in a busy, fast-paced urgent care setting
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Supervised urgent care MAs and LVNs and designated care as appropriate
  • Stabilized and prepared patients with critical conditions for hospital transfers

Registered Nurse, GI Lab

Adventist Health
12.2020 - 04.2021
  • Provided nursing care in the endoscopy setting.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Assisted physicians with procedures including colonoscopies, EGD's, PEG insertion/removal, ERCP's.
  • Monitored patients during recovery period until discharged from unit

Registered Nurse, Home Health Care

American Health Associates Inc.
02.2016 - 08.2016
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Provided wound care and intravenous therapy management
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.

Registered Nurse, Postpartum

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2016
  • Assisted in the recovery of patients in the postpartum period.
  • Monitored postpartum patients for complications including bleeding and infection
  • Provided education to patients on post-surgical wound care and postpartum home strategies
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.

Education

Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

Unites States University
Chula Vista, CA
07.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

California State University - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
06.2015

Skills

  • Compassionate and Empathy
  • Attention to Detail
  • Culturally-Sensitive Care
  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration
  • Patient-Centered Care

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Urgent Care

Bakersfield Family Medical Center
02.2021 - 11.2023

Registered Nurse, GI Lab

Adventist Health
12.2020 - 04.2021

Registered Nurse, Inpatient/outpatient

Kern Medical
08.2016 - Current

Registered Nurse, Home Health Care

American Health Associates Inc.
02.2016 - 08.2016

Registered Nurse, Postpartum

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2016

Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

Unites States University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

California State University - Bakersfield
Elisa Gonzalez De Los Santos