Gissell Gonzalez

Medical Surgical - 570 hours

• Educated patients on disease prevention strategies using evidence-based practices in order to empower them to make informed decisions about their health.
• Ensured compliance with infection control protocols through proper hand hygiene, equipment sterilization, and isolation technique implementation.
• Maintained accurate, detailed records of nursing interventions, patient responses, and overall progress in accordance with documentation standards.
• Provided emergency care as needed, effectively responding to acute medical situations and collaborating with healthcare team members in the stabilization of patients.
• Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
• Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
• Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
• Demonstrated clinical competence through the proficient execution of various nursing procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, and catheterization.

• Assisted in developing behavior modification plans that focused on promoting healthy coping mechanisms for patients with mental health challenges.
• Supported patients'' emotional well-being, providing compassionate listening and empathetic responses during difficult moments.
• Reduced the risk of self-harm or injury to patients by implementing appropriate safety measures and close monitoring.
• Assisted in the administration of psychiatric medications under the supervision of healthcare professionals, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to protocols.
• Created a sense of community among patients through organized activities and events that encouraged socialization and mutual support during treatment periods.
• Conducted patient intake interviews, gathering vital information on medical history, current symptoms, and potential triggers for psychiatric episodes.

• Facilitated a smooth transition from labor and delivery to the mother-baby unit, ensuring continuity of care for both mother and infant.
• Ensured compliance with hospital policies and regulatory guidelines through regular review of documentation and adherence to established protocols.
• Provided emotional support for new parents facing challenges such as postpartum depression or anxiety related to parenthood adjustments.
• Performed skilled nursing tasks such as IV administration, wound care, catheterization, and medication management for both mothers and infants as needed.
• Strengthened patient trust through effective communication, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions.
• Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
• Promoted family bonding by supporting skin-to-skin contact between mothers and newborns immediately after birth.
• Reduced the risk of complications by educating new mothers on proper breastfeeding techniques and infant care practices.
• Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
• Ensured patient comfort during labor and delivery procedures

• Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
• Provided compassionate support during difficult diagnoses or treatments, fostering strong relationships with patients and families.
• Provided bedside care and treatment for patients in pediatric patients.
• Promoted a safe environment by identifying potential hazards in the clinical setting and taking corrective action when necessary.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.