KAREN GONZALES
Rowlett,Tx
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate, knowledgeable health care professional with seventeen years' experience providing high quality care to patients presenting diverse medical conditions. Specialized practice in post-operative recovery and critical care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse -Premier Surgery Center
Aya Healthcare
Greensboro, NC
03.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
PACU Staff Nurse
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, TX
12.2014 - 03.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
PACU Staff Nurse
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
Dallas, TX
11.2007 - 11.2014
- Experienced in Critical care and
- Medical / Surgical nursing skills such as placing intravenous lines, inserting tubes, positioning patients and changing dressings
- In depth knowledge of managing hemodynamic and pain control, Monitored vital signs ( heart rate, blood pressure, temperature and respiratory rate)
- Managed symptoms of postoperative nausea and vomiting
- Managed post-operative pain
- Managed post-anesthetic shivering
- Monitored surgical sites for excessive bleeding, discharge, swelling, hematoma, redness, etc
- Coordinated the delivery of care for post-anesthesia patients immediately following surgical procedures, so that the physical, safety, rehabilitative and education needs of patients and their family members are met.
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
Dallas, TX
07.2005 - 11.2007
- Cared for critically ill patients, monitored arterial and central lines
- Assessed patient conditions and administer medications
- Managed life support equipment and IV administration of fluids and medications
- Provided basic patient care such as grooming and changed bedding
- Monitored telemetry and responded to codes
- Maintained continuous hemodynamic monitoring and support for all critically ill patients
- Communicated with Physician and co-workers as appropriate for any changes in patient's clinical condition.
STAFF NURSE
PRE SURGICAL ASSESSMENT, Methodist Dallas Medical Medical Center
Dallas, TX
01.2004 - 07.2005
- Obtained Pre-operative history and physical examinations
- Coordinated with Anesthesia team for appropriate laboratory, radiology and other necessary pre-operative testing
- Provided Pre-operative and Post-op teaching to patients.
Endoscopy Staff Nurse
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
Dallas, TX
06.2003 - 01.2004
- Performed patient assessment, VS monitoring, IV insertion and other routine procedures and documented in electronic medical record to support interdisciplinary care.
- Administered medication to patients according to facility protocols.
Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse
Angeles Universsity Foundation Medical Center
Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippiness
10.1997 - 03.2003
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Assisted surgeons with cutting of tissue, clamping and suturing during operational procedures.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
- Assisted physicians in minor surgeries by keeping instruments sterilized and maintaining inventory.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Angeles University Foundation
Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines03.1997
Skills
- BLS, ACLS, CERTIFICATIONS
- With Preoperative and
- Postoperative nursing skills on
- General patient populations
- From babies to adults
Additional Information
- Registered Nurse in the State of TEXAS, License number 701038.
Certification
- Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse -Premier Surgery Center
Aya Healthcare
03.2022 - Current
PACU Staff Nurse
UT Southwestern Medical Center
12.2014 - 03.2022
PACU Staff Nurse
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
11.2007 - 11.2014
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
07.2005 - 11.2007
STAFF NURSE
PRE SURGICAL ASSESSMENT, Methodist Dallas Medical Medical Center
01.2004 - 07.2005
Endoscopy Staff Nurse
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
06.2003 - 01.2004
Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse
Angeles Universsity Foundation Medical Center
10.1997 - 03.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Angeles University Foundation
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