Irene Gomez
Pasco
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience with strong clinical judgment and a focus on patient assessments, medication administration, and chronic disease management. Committed to enhancing patient care through personalized care plans and effective collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Coyote Ridge Corrections Center
Connell, WA
06.2015 - Current
- Administered medication and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes for physician review.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective care plans.
- Educated patients on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Trained junior nursing staff on best practices and operational procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate condition and progress towards recovery goals.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Educated patients on disease management, medication usage, and lifestyle changes.
- Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Administered emergency care to patients stabilizing vital signs and facilitating timely interventions.
Wellness Director Registered Nurse
Coventry House Assisted Living
Othello, WA
06.2015 - Current
- Developed and implemented wellness programs tailored to residents' needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to enhance resident care and support services.
- Trained staff on best practices for resident health and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and enhance quality of life.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and health maintenance strategies.
- Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive assessments and patient needs.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections in the long-term care setting.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families by exhibiting empathy, active listening skills, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each resident''s needs.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff on facility policies, procedures, and best practices in long-term care nursing.
- Delegated tasks appropriately to nursing assistants, ensuring efficient delivery of care services while maintaining quality standards.
- Managed wound care efficiently coordinating with wound specialists when necessary resulting in faster healing rates.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Assured Home Health and Hospice
Moses Lake, WA
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring alignment with interdisciplinary team goals.
- Assessed patient needs and preferences to deliver personalized hospice care effectively.
- Educated families on end-of-life options, enhancing understanding of available resources and support.
- Led case management meetings to evaluate patient progress and adjust care strategies accordingly.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving compliance with regulatory requirements and enhancing efficiency.
- Advocated for patients' rights, ensuring access to necessary services and maintaining dignity in care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
- Educated patients and families about illness progression, treatment options, and available resources for additional support.
- Efficiently managed caseloads while adhering to regulatory guidelines ensuring compliance with Medicare conditions of participation.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Big Bend Community College
Moses Lake, WA06-2010
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Chronic disease management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Coyote Ridge Corrections Center
06.2015 - Current
Wellness Director Registered Nurse
Coventry House Assisted Living
06.2015 - Current
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Assured Home Health and Hospice
09.2012 - 06.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Big Bend Community College