Georgina Reyes
El Paso,Texas
Summary
Self-motivated healthcare professional with 16 years of experience as a registered nurse and current nurse practitioner, seeking to expand practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). Strengths include patient education, leadership, and a commitment to continuous learning, complemented by critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in the evolving healthcare landscape, with a proven ability to conduct thorough clinical assessments and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Bilingual in English and Spanish, enhancing the ability to connect with diverse patient populations while delivering high-quality care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Rio Grande Urology
El Paso, TX
12.2022 - Current
- ON-call shifts with 20-25 daily inpatient consults and follow ups for urology to include diagnostic interpretations, plan of care development and bedside procedures.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols for chronic disease management and guidelines based cancer surveillance and treatments enhancing patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with urologists to develop individualized care strategies for complex cases.
- Educated patients on preventive care, improving adherence to treatment regimens.
- Mentored junior nurse practitioners, fostering professional development and skill enhancement.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, reducing wait times and improving overall efficiency.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, achieving higher patient satisfaction scores through enhanced service delivery.
- Analyzed clinical data to inform practice improvements and optimize resource allocation within the team.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
- Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with local specialists to facilitate seamless referral processes when advanced care was required for patients'' wellbeing.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Assessed and diagnosed patients, determining appropriate treatment plans in a timely manner.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired results.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Mentored nursing staff to enhance their clinical knowledge, skills, and confidence in practice.
- Provided elderly patients with preventative health measures including screenings, medication adjustments according to age-related needs.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Served as a primary contact for patients requiring urgent or emergent care after hours or during weekends, ensuring continuity of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
- Streamlined clinic operations by developing efficient workflows that reduced wait times for patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based protocols in chronic disease management.
- Advocated for patient rights and privacy, ensuring all team members adhered to strict confidentiality protocols.
- Reduced medication errors by meticulously reviewing patient medications and implementing double-check procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit and Critical Care Float Pool
Las Palmas Medical Center
El Paso, TX
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Renal transplant pre-operative prep and post-op critical care and monitoring.
- Provided critical care for patient populations in areas including neurological, neurosurgical, cardiothoracic surgery, and various other complex medical/surgical conditions.
- Performed education and carried out support to patients and families throughout admission, in-patient, transfer, and discharge care
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to ensure timely interventions for patient safety.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance nursing practices and improve patient satisfaction scores.
Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit, Neuroscience ICU, and Stroke Program Coordinator
University Medical Center of El Paso
El Paso, TX
01.2011 - 01.2021
- Provided critical care for patient populations in areas including surgical, trauma, neurological, neurosurgical, COVID-19, and other complex medical conditions.
- Performed education and carried out support to patients and families throughout admission, in-patient, transfer, and discharge care.
- Acted as Preceptor for Nursing Students and Graduate Nurses, as well as assisting in power point development and presentation for the NRP and Bridge nursing programs.
- Assisting with Stoke coordinator duties such as chart, policy, and program revisions and reviews to meet designation metrics and standards.
- Abstraction, review, and reporting of data to Stroke Committee Service Line.
- Performance Improvement initiatives to ensure TJC and quality measures are met and maintained.
- Drafting, modifying, and updating policy, procedure and power plans necessary for a successful comprehensive stroke program.
- Educating in-house staff as well outreach support through mock codes and conferences covering the latest stroke guideline developments.
- Facilitate weekly mutli-disciplinary meetings for collaboration between multiple disciplines across the scope of care from the acute stroke phase to facilitating rehab and post hospital care.
- Member of the Border Regional Advisory Council and Stroke Subcommittee, working in collaboration with the El Paso region to facilitate efficient processes and networks between multiple health care representatives, facilities, and emergent medical services.
- Co-founding member of Stroke Survivor’s Club of UMC offering post stroke community resources, educational, and moral support to patient’s and family/caregiver’s needs.
- Charge Nurse 2020-2021
- Skin Team Leader 2015-2017
- Magnet Council Research and Education Member 2013-2015
- Unit Base Council Member 2011-2017
- 2018- International Stroke Conference (ISC) Los Angeles, CA
- 2019- International Stroke Conference (ISC) Honolulu, Hawaii.
- 2019 & 2020- AHA Get with the Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Target Stroke Elite Honor Roll
Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit
Harris Methodist Southwest Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Provided critical care ranging from young adults to geriatric populations
- Monitoring for GI, General Surgery and Cardiac peri-op patients and
- Admitting, transferring, and discharging patients facilitating communication along the way between providers, patient, and family to ensure quality of care and continuum of care
- Precepting experienced nurses new to ICU and/or to the facility.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas At El Paso, School of Nursing
El Paso, TX05-2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Texas Christian University, School of Nursing
Fort Worth, TX12-2008
Skills
- Cystoscopy with stent removals
- Preventive care
- Patient education
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Differential diagnosis
- Patient examination
- Treatment plan development
- Lab result evaluation
- Diagnostic testing/ interpretation
- Chronic disease management
- Acute care expertise
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Geriatric treatment
- SOAP notes expertise
- Clinical decision making
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Specialist referrals
- Diagnostic tests ordering
- Electronic charting
- Wound care
Accomplishments
- Trained and proficient in cystoscopy with stent removals and other office procedures.
- Supervised team of COVID-ICU staff members as a charge nurse during the pandemic.
- Stroke-coordinator preparing, obtaining, managing, and maintaining the first and only Level 1 Comprehensive Stroke Care Center in El Paso, TX.
Certification
- RN License, 766416, Texas Board of Nursing
- Board Certified Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, American Nursing Credentialing Center
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Rio Grande Urology
12.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit and Critical Care Float Pool
Las Palmas Medical Center
01.2021 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit, Neuroscience ICU, and Stroke Program Coordinator
University Medical Center of El Paso
01.2011 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit
Harris Methodist Southwest Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2011
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas At El Paso, School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Texas Christian University, School of Nursing
Organizations And Affiliations
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN),
- American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC)
- American Heart Association/American Stroke Association,
Awards
- AHA Get with the Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Target Stroke Elite Honor Roll
- 2019
- 2020