Julia Lois Gonzales
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dedicated nursing student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with hands-on experience as a Patient Care Technician in an intermediate care setting. Proficient in delivering direct patient care, fostering teamwork, and managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments. Committed to enhancing clinical skills while advancing through nursing education, with a strong foundation in patient advocacy and compassionate care. Eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team and positively impact patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Sentara Leigh Hospital
Norfolk, VA
06.2023 - Current
- Provide direct patient care on an intermediate care thoracic unit.
- Assist with ADLs, mobility, vital signs, blood glucose, and intake/output.
- Monitor patients and report changes promptly to nursing staff.
- Support nurses with procedures while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
Retail Associate
The UPS Store
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2020 - 05.2023
- Delivered consistent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed transactions, customer inquiries, and daily store operations.
- Demonstrated reliability, organization, and communication skills transferable to healthcare settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Sentara College of Health Sciences
Chesapeake, VA05.2026
Associate of Science - General Studies
Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach, VA12.2024
Skills
- Vital signs & blood glucose monitoring
- ADLs, mobility, and patient positioning
- Basic assessments and reporting changes
- Infection control and patient safety
- Telemetry exposure
- EHR documentation
- Team communication & time management
- BLS certification
Certification
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Clinical Experiences
Senior Preceptorship – Intermediate Care Unit, Sentara Leigh Hospital – Norfolk, VA
Clinical Rotations
- Sentara Leigh Hospital – Norfolk, VA: IMCU, Cardiac Med-Surg
- Sentara Beach General Hospital – Virginia Beach, VA: Surgical/Ortho
- Sentara Princess Anne Hospital – Virginia Beach, VA: Cardiac Med-Surg, Labor & Delivery, NICU, Postpartum
- Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters (CHKD) – Norfolk, VA: NICU, PICU, Med-Surg
- Sentara Norfolk General Hospital – Norfolk, VA: Mental Health / Psychiatric Nursing
Timeline
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Sentara Leigh Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Retail Associate
The UPS Store
05.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Sentara College of Health Sciences
Associate of Science - General Studies
Tidewater Community College