Gustavo Jimenez
Forney
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented nursing graduate with extensive clinical experience across diverse healthcare settings, including adult health, mental health, maternal-child, pediatrics, complex nursing, community nursing, collaborative nursing, and a capstone rotation. Skilled in patient-centered care, clinical assessments, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Adept at utilizing electronic health records (EHR) for accurate documentation and care coordination. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a commitment to evidence-based practice and patient safety. Experienced in patient education, discharge planning, and health promotion across various populations. Dedicated to delivering high-quality, holistic nursing care while maintaining professionalism and adaptability in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Manager
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
05.2021 - Current
- Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and quality standards
- Address customer inquiries and concerns promptly, striving to exceed customer expectations and enhance the overall dining experience
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, food handling procedures, and sanitation standards
- Address and resolve operational issues, including staffing challenges and equipment malfunctions, to maintain smooth restaurant operations
Capstone
Texas Health Resources Rockwall
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Completed 48 clinical hours
- Completed an intensive, preceptor-led clinical rotation, refining advanced nursing skills and clinical judgment in a real-world healthcare setting.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments, medication administration, wound care, and care planning for patients with complex medical conditions.
- Managed a full patient load under the supervision of a registered nurse, prioritizing tasks and ensuring safe, effective care delivery.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and clinical decision-making by recognizing patient status changes and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, to optimize patient outcomes.
Collaborative Nursing
Texas Health Resources Rockwall
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Completed 96 clinical hours
- Participated in patient rounds, contributing nursing assessments and advocating for individualized patient needs.
- Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills by managing complex patient cases that required multi-disciplinary interventions.
- Assisted in discharge planning, ensuring patients received appropriate follow-up care, education, and community resources.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) to document patient progress, interdisciplinary communication, and care coordination efforts.
- Engaged in evidence-based practice discussions to enhance patient safety, quality improvement, and efficiency in healthcare delivery.
Community Nursing
Agape Clinic, Ability Connection
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Completed 96 clinical hours.
- Provided holistic, patient-centered care in diverse community settings, including public health clinics, schools, and home health visits.
- Conducted health assessments, screenings, and wellness checks for individuals across the lifespan, focusing on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Educated individuals and families on chronic disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications to improve overall health outcomes.
- Collaborated with community health organizations, social workers, and case managers to connect patients with essential healthcare resources.
- Participated in immunization clinics, administering vaccines and educating the community on the importance of preventive care.
- Provided culturally competent care, addressing social determinants of health and advocating for underserved populations.
Complex Nursing
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Completed 48 clinical hours.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients with multiple comorbidities, critical illnesses, and complex medical conditions in high-acuity settings.
- Assessed and monitored patients with conditions such as sepsis, multi-organ failure, respiratory distress, and post-surgical complications.
- Assisted with advanced nursing interventions, including ventilator management, central line care, and hemodynamic monitoring under preceptor supervision.
- Managed complex medication regimens, including titration of vasoactive drugs, insulin drips, and pain management protocols.
- Utilized critical thinking and rapid assessment skills to identify deterioration, initiate appropriate interventions, and escalate care when necessary.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, patient safety guidelines, and evidence-based nursing practices.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and care plans accurately using electronic health records (EHR).
Pediatric Nursing
Vogel Alcove
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Completed 48 clinical hours.
- Provided compassionate, developmentally appropriate care to infants, children, and adolescents in inpatient and outpatient pediatric settings.
- Performed pediatric assessments, including vital signs, pain assessments, and growth/developmental screenings, ensuring early detection of health concerns.
- Administered medications, vaccines, and IV fluids under preceptor supervision, adhering to pediatric dosage calculations and safety guidelines.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and home care management for chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and epilepsy.
- Utilized play therapy and child-friendly communication techniques to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation during procedures.
Mental Health Nursing
Texas Health Behavioral Health Springwood
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Completed 48 clinical hours.
- Provided compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals with diverse psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
- Conducted therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport, de-escalate crises, and support patients in their mental health recovery.
- Assisted in group therapy sessions, promoting a safe and structured environment for patients to share experiences and develop coping skills.
- Performed mental status exams and suicide risk assessments, recognizing changes in patient behavior and escalating concerns to the healthcare team.
Maternal-Child
Texas Health Resources HEB Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Completed 48 clinical hours.
- Provided patient-centered care to mothers, newborns, and pediatric patients in labor & delivery, postpartum, and neonatal units.
- Assisted in labor and delivery processes, supporting patients with comfort measures, fetal monitoring, and postpartum recovery.
- Performed newborn assessments, including APGAR scoring, reflex testing, and vital sign monitoring, ensuring early identification of complications.
- Educated new mothers on breastfeeding techniques, newborn care, and postpartum self-care to promote healthy maternal-child outcomes.
- Monitored high-risk pregnancies and postpartum patients, recognizing signs of complications such as preeclampsia, hemorrhage, and neonatal distress.
Adult Health 2
Medical City Dallas Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Completed a total of 96 clinical hours.
- Performed hands-on nursing procedures such as wound care, blood glucose monitoring, catheter care, and IV site assessments under preceptor supervision.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) to document patient assessments, interventions, and care plans accurately and efficiently.
- Adhered to infection control protocols, patient safety guidelines, and evidence-based nursing practices to maintain high-quality care standards.
Adult Health 1
Texas Health Resources Harris Methodist
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Completed 96 clinical hours.
- Provided direct patient care for diverse adult populations in a hospital setting, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), medication administration, and vital sign monitoring.
- Developed critical thinking skills by assessing patient conditions, recognizing changes, and reporting findings to the healthcare team.
- Demonstrated strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced clinical environment, ensuring safe and effective patient care.
Pharmacy Technician
Superior Care Pharmacy
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Accurately input and update patient information, medication orders, and prescription details into electronic health records and pharmacy management systems
- Assist in the preparation and dispensing of medications, ensuring correct medication, dosage, and labeling according to prescriptions and regulations
- Provide excellent customer service by answering phone calls, addressing patient inquiries, and assisting with prescription refills and medication information
- Collaborate with pharmacists, healthcare providers, and patients to ensure effective communication and resolution of issues related to medications and prescriptions
- Utilize pharmacy software and tools efficiently to manage and process data, track medication inventory, and streamline workflow processes
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Irving, TX05.2025
Biology for Transfer -
Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CAHigh School Diploma -
Imperial High School
Imperial, CA06.2018
Skills
- Team player
- Critical Thinker
- Leader
- Fast Learner
- Organized
- Work well with any age group
- Work well under pressure
Awards
- CPR/AED Certified
Certification
Introduction to Emergency Nursing Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Capstone
Texas Health Resources Rockwall
02.2025 - 04.2025
Collaborative Nursing
Texas Health Resources Rockwall
01.2025 - 02.2025
Community Nursing
Agape Clinic, Ability Connection
11.2024 - 01.2025
Complex Nursing
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine
09.2024 - 11.2024
Pediatric Nursing
Vogel Alcove
07.2024 - 09.2024
Mental Health Nursing
Texas Health Behavioral Health Springwood
05.2024 - 07.2024
Maternal-Child
Texas Health Resources HEB Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024
Adult Health 2
Medical City Dallas Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
Adult Health 1
Texas Health Resources Harris Methodist
11.2023 - 01.2024
Restaurant Manager
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
05.2021 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Superior Care Pharmacy
02.2020 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Imperial High School
Introduction to Emergency Nursing Certification
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Biology for Transfer -
Imperial Valley College
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