Josie Gonzales
Summary
CA-Licensed Vocational Nurse with proven expertise in managing total nursing care and administering prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing techniques. Assists in delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Demonstrated competency directing and guiding patient teaching and activities to promote individual treatment programs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician -LVN
Kaiser Permanente
11.2021 - Current
- Currently working in ICU, Telemetry and Medical surgical unit.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Petaluma Post-Acute Rehab
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Administered controlled narcotics and performed catheterizations.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Staffing Coordinator
Heritage Nursing Agency
08.2004 - 11.2021
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and pulse.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Staffing Coordinator
HCR ManorCare
04.2007 - 09.2014
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for Post op client with open heart surgery, knee and hip replacement.
Education
Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
Concord, CA06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prime Career College
Vallejo, CA10.2003
Skills
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
- EKG Administration
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Seizure Precautions
- HIPAA Guideline Adherence
- Infection Control
- Patient and Family Communication
- HIPAA Protocols
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Wound Care
- Intramuscular Injections
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Petaluma Post-Acute Rehab
08.2023 - 01.2024
Patient Care Technician -LVN
Kaiser Permanente
11.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Staffing Coordinator
HCR ManorCare
04.2007 - 09.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant/Staffing Coordinator
Heritage Nursing Agency
08.2004 - 11.2021
Vocational Nursing
Unitek College
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prime Career College