GLADYS O'CONNOR
NP FNP
Goodyear,AZ
Summary
Knowledgeable NP wound Care with solid background in wound care nursing, providing comprehensive patient care and contributing to successful healing outcomes. Proven ability to assess, plan, and implement effective wound care treatments while maintaining high standards of patient safety. Demonstrated expertise in patient education and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Skilled healthcare professional with strong background in wound care. Proven ability to assess, plan, and implement effective treatment plans. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to changing needs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Adept at utilizing advanced wound care techniques and maintaining high standards of patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound Care NP
CurativeSC
06.2025 - Current
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Family Nurse Practitioner
First Choice Family Health Center
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Comprehensive Patient Assessments: Conducted thorough physical exams, reviewed patient histories, and performed diagnostic tests to evaluate and develop personalized care plans for patients of all ages
- Prescribed medications and other treatments, adjusting dosages and therapies as necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided women's health services for contraception, reproductive concerns, and family planning.
- Evaluated mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and substance abuse disorders, and provided appropriate referrals when necessary.
- Managed care of critically ill patients with hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, closed head injuries, strokes, seizures, and tumors.
Dialysis RN BSN
Fresenius Medical Care
02.2020 - 04.2025
- Administered dialysis treatments, monitored vital signs, and assessed patient conditions to ensure safe and effective treatment.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures, dietary restrictions, and self-care to improve overall treatment outcomes and quality of life.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
Home Health Nurse
Healthy Living At Home
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Managed the administration of intravenous (IV) therapies and nutrition.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning with physicians, social workers, case managers, therapists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Valleywise Health Medical Center
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Responded to emergencies with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications, and monitored patient reactions.
- Performed physical examinations, diagnostic tests, and other procedures to assist physicians during the treatment of illness or injury.
Jail Nurse
Arizona State Prison Complex - Lewis
01.2019 - 02.2019
- Responded quickly in emergencies involving injuries or illness from fights between inmates, or attempted suicides.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
- Informed correctional officers about any special medical needs of the inmates they are responsible for monitoring.
LTC RN
California Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Provided skilled nursing care to residents with chronic conditions, monitoring health status, administering medications, and managing treatments in compliance with individualized care plans.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications, and monitored patient reactions.
Education
Master of Science - APRN -FNP
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Sacred Heart
PR01-2016
Doctor of Medicine -
University of Medical Sciences
Havana, Cuba01-1990
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Prescribing medications
- Home healthcare
- Physical assessment
- Pressure ulcer management
- Wound treatment
- Debridement techniques
- Arterial ulcer treatment
- Diabetic foot care
- Chronic wound care
- Biofilm management
- Post-surgery treatment
- Wound prevention
- Ostomy care
- Wound healing stimulation
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- NP AZ License, 318944
- DEA license
- RN AZ License, 217204
- AHA CPR/BLS
- Phlebotomy and EKG Tech, CPT00062458
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Wound Care NP
CurativeSC
06.2025 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
First Choice Family Health Center
01.2025 - 06.2025
Dialysis RN BSN
Fresenius Medical Care
02.2020 - 04.2025
Home Health Nurse
Healthy Living At Home
05.2019 - 03.2020
RN, Medical-Surgical
Valleywise Health Medical Center
02.2019 - 05.2019
Jail Nurse
Arizona State Prison Complex - Lewis
01.2019 - 02.2019
LTC RN
California Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Sacred Heart
Doctor of Medicine -
University of Medical Sciences
Master of Science - APRN -FNP
Walden University