Gabriela Vela
Abilene,TX
Summary
Dedicated, ambitious and compassionate RN with three years of experience working in a fast-paced environment providing direct care to a diverse patient population. Strong skills combined with teamwork, problem-solving and patient advocacy. Seeking an opportunity to enrich my knowledge and gain further experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuro Med-Tele Unit RN
Hendrick Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
- Provided exceptional care to patients recovering from neurological disorders: Strokes, Seizures, Brain Tumors, Myasthenia Gravis, etc
- Worked closely with the neurosurgery team in providing care for their postoperative patients: craniotomies, laminectomies, anterior/posterior cervical decompression fusions with hemovac, JP drains and PCA pumps
- Administered Heparin,Diltiazem and Amiodarone drips
- Educated patients post pacemaker insertion and stent placement
Certified Nurse Assistant
Hendrick Medical Center
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Orthopedic Unit
- Maintained accurate records of vital signs, fluid intake, and output for effective patient monitoring.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to promptly address any concerns or emergencies, prioritizing patient safety and well-being at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, Texas05.2021
Accomplishments
DAISY Award Winner & Four Time Nominee
Certification
- NIHSS
- BLS
- ACLS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
- Unit Manager: Michelle Ortega 325-627-6013
- Trauma Director: Ashley Waldrip 325-513-4363
- Med-Tele Educator: Joy Ortega 405-269-5055
- Unit Co-Worker: London Leong 325-721-7792
Additional Information
Charge Nurse 10/2023-Current
- Coordinated care and discharge planning for a 28 bed unit
- Collaborated treatment plans with physicians, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams
- Provided therapeutic communication to patients and family members
Nurse Coach 03/ 2022-Current
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members
Student Nurse Preceptor 01 / 2022-Current
- Abilene Christian University
- Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing
- Texas Tech University Accelerated Program
New Graduate Residency Program 10/21-09/22
- Cohort Mentor 07/2023-Current
Timeline
Neuro Med-Tele Unit RN
Hendrick Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
Hendrick Medical Center
01.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Abilene Christian University
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