GLORIA GARCIA LVN/RN/BSN
Rancho Viejo,Texas
Summary
Registered Nurse specializing in acute and long-term care, with expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and care plan implementation. Proven ability to manage complex healthcare situations while ensuring positive patient outcomes and safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL/SURGICAL
TRIBAL HEALTH NURSING AGENCY
Denison , TX
05.2023 - 08.2026
- Delivered comprehensive patient care at ZUNI COMMUNITY CENTER.
- Initiated nursing process for admitted patients; assessed, implemented, and evaluated nursing interventions while ensuring continuity in planned actions and patient education.
- Carry out physician orders; administer medications, blood and/or blood by-products, oxygen, and a variety of treatments.
- Managed therapeutic devices including drainage, feeding, and suction tubes, as well as respiratory and electrocardiograph machines, ensuring optimal functionality and patient safety.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL SURGICAL/TELEMETRY
VISH CONSULTING SERVICES INC
Denison , TX
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted with patient care in the TRAUMA III department at TEXOMA MEDICAL CENTER, contributing to high-quality healthcare delivery
- Administering medication and performing treatment interventions in consultation with healthcare specialists.
- Monitored, interpreted, and recorded data from specialized medical technologies and equipment to ensure accurate patient assessments.
- Maintained and updated ward charts, patient files, and medical records to support effective patient care and communication between healthcare providers.
REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL SURGICAL
HEALTHTRUST HEALTHCARE STAFFING
Brownsville, Tx
05.2022 - 08.2022
- VALLEY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER TRAUMA III
- Conducted comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments preoperatively to guide patient care
- Documented assessments in accordance with established guidelines, ensuring continuity of care
- Identified and communicated abnormal diagnostic data and clinical changes to the healthcare team to facilitate timely interventions
REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL SURGICAL
FAVORITE HEALTHCARE STAFFING
Corvallis, Oregon
01.2022 - 03.2022
- GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL -TRAUMA II
- Assisted with planning, carrying out, and reviewing patient care plans with healthcare professionals.
- Reviewed medical information and gave direct care to pre- and post-surgery patients to support recovery.
- Monitored vital signs and reported medication reactions quickly to support patient safety.
- Prepared, gave, and documented prescribed medications.
- Supported discharge planning with healthcare team to promote smooth transitions and continuity of care.
- Answered questions and taught patients and families about surgical procedures and post-surgery care.
REGISTERED NURSE, BSN
SOLARA CORNERSTONE LONG TERM ACUTE CARE HOSPITAL
Brownsville, TX
11.2016 - 01.2022
- Long Term Care Acute Hopsital
- Delivered specialized nursing care in the intensive care unit to critically ill patients.
- Monitor life support equipment and devices such as cardiac monitors, transducer, pressure lines, oxygen delivery devices, mechanical ventilators and pulse oximeter
- Assist physicians with procedures such as bronchoscopy, endoscopy, endotracheal intubation and elective cardioversion
- Administered ACLS/BLS procedures for critical care situations.
- Oversaw medication administration, anesthesia management, and ventilator support to maintain patient stability.
- Accurate assessment, reassessment, development and implementation of care plan in a safe, accurate and appropriate manner
- Perform approved and prescribed diagnostic procedures based on the patient's clinical status
- Managed patient assessments and treatments as medical surgical/telemetry nurse, facilitating optimal care delivery.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE, CASE MANAGER SNF/MGC/MCR/MCD
BROWNSVILLE NURSING REHABILITATION CENTER
Brownsville, TX
08.2007 - 08.2016
- Planning and managing patient care according to each patient's needs
- Obtained vital signs and administered medications via various routes ordered by physician.
- Oversaw and delegated services to nurse aides and medication aides, ensuring compliance with scope of practice and quality of care.
- Conducted evaluations of patient care plans, enhancing resource utilization and aligning care with patient needs.
- Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient education, including ongoing discharge teaching of a patient
- Collects and assesses information for the health and well-being of residents in Medicare or Medicaid certified homes
- Administered treatments and medications, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Obtain pre-authorization and authorizations for medical services
- Maintained patient length of stay to meet SNF unit qualifications and facilitated accurate billing for services rendered.
Education
BACHELORS OF NURSING -
UNIVERSITY TEXAS PERMIAN BASIN
03-2019
REGISTERED NURSE -
EXCELSIOR COLLEGE
11-2015
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE -
UNIVERSITY TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE
08-2007
Skills
- Goal Oriented
- Responsible
- Problem solving
- Leader
- Teamwork
- Dedicated
- Communication
- Self-confidence, good judgment, and strong decision-making skills
- Great critical thinking skills
Certification
- 1. Registered Nurse Texas Compact License: 911948
2. Registered Nurse Oregon License: 02215411RN
3. Registered Nurse Nevada License: 906352
4. Licensed Vocational Nurse Texas: 211579
CHARTING
- Paper Charting
- Epic EMR-Advanced Beginner
- Meditech-Advanced Beginner
- Cerner- Advanced Beginner
- RPMS-Proficient
Medication Dispense System
- Omnicell
- BD Pyxis
IV Pumps
- Baxter IQ
- Baxter Spectrum
- Alaris
References
- Rosanna Betancourt-Former Charge Nurses and Coworker M/S/ICU floor
GChavira0731@gmail.com
- Maribeth Rael - Former Coworker M/S/T floor
Maribethrael@yahoo.com
Certifications
- ACLS- Expires 7/2028
July 2026
- PALS- Expires 7/2028
July 2026
- BLS- Expires 6/2026
June 2026
- NIHSS- Expires 9/2027
September 2026
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL/SURGICAL
TRIBAL HEALTH NURSING AGENCY
05.2023 - 08.2026
REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL SURGICAL/TELEMETRY
VISH CONSULTING SERVICES INC
10.2022 - 12.2022
REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL SURGICAL
HEALTHTRUST HEALTHCARE STAFFING
05.2022 - 08.2022
REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL SURGICAL
FAVORITE HEALTHCARE STAFFING
01.2022 - 03.2022
REGISTERED NURSE, BSN
SOLARA CORNERSTONE LONG TERM ACUTE CARE HOSPITAL
11.2016 - 01.2022
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE, CASE MANAGER SNF/MGC/MCR/MCD
BROWNSVILLE NURSING REHABILITATION CENTER
08.2007 - 08.2016
BACHELORS OF NURSING -
UNIVERSITY TEXAS PERMIAN BASIN
REGISTERED NURSE -
EXCELSIOR COLLEGE
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE -
UNIVERSITY TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE