Kristi Gonzales
NM
Summary
Diligent and compassionate registered nurse with experience in several patient care settings. Proven expertise in medication administration and patient education, enhancing care plans and achieving significant improvements in patient satisfaction. Adept at fostering relationships and leading nursing staff, ensuring high-quality, individualized care for diverse patient populations. Seeking new opportunity in the nursing field to expand skill set and experience. Driven to learn.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Registered Nurse
Goodlife Senior Living and Memory Care
Hobbs, NM And Lovington, NM
04.2023 - Current
- Supervise and educate medication administration technicians on safe medication administration according to established protocols and resident care plans.
- Monitored resident' vital signs and reported changes to primary care provider or other appropriate healthcare team member for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for residents, including home health and hospice team.
- Educated residents and families on health management, medication adherence, and signs and symptoms to report to staff for appropriate and timely intervention.
- Assisted in coordinating daily activities and ensuring a safe, supportive environment for residents.
- Implemented infection control practices to maintain high standards of hygiene throughout the facility.
- Mentored new medication technician and caregiving staff by providing guidance on care techniques, medication administration protocols, and organizational policies.
- Evaluated resident level of care and adjusted care plans based on assessment findings and feedback from staff and resident.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on resident's acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging resident situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for residents' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Treatment Nurse
White Sands Healthcare
Hobbs, NM
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Administered patient treatments and medication as prescribed by healthcare provider and wound care specialist.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards.
- Conducted regular assessments of treatment effectiveness, adjusting as necessary.
- Streamlined documentation processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency in patient records.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic or complex wounds that required long-term treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications as part of wound treatment regimens, promoting proper healing.
- Served as a liaison between patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication about treatment plans.
- Educated patients and their families on wound care management, promoting a faster healing process.
- Supported infection control initiatives by adhering to strict hygiene standards when performing wound care tasks.
- Managed inventory of wound care supplies, guaranteeing availability of necessary materials for effective treatments.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, personalized nursing care during treatments.
- Contributed to positive clinical outcomes by following evidence-based guidelines for various types of wounds such as pressure ulcers, surgical wounds, and diabetic ulcers.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when discussing wound care treatments and related matters with other healthcare professionals.
Registered Nurse
Del and Associates Nursing Services
Hobbs, NM
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Coordinated patient care plans, ensuring comprehensive home health services.
- Assessed patient conditions and implemented personalized treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and families on medication management and health practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Conducted routine assessments to monitor progress and adjust care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain safe environments.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough patient education on managing chronic conditions at home.
- Developed strong relationships with primary care providers to facilitate open communication and seamless care coordination.
- Evaluated effectiveness of current treatment plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on ongoing assessment data.
- Trained family members on caregiving techniques, empowering them to better support their loved ones during the recovery process.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies, such as medication management, nutrition, and lifestyle changes, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from hospital to home care settings by collaborating with discharge planners and healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications as prescribed, achieving proper dosage and adherence to treatment plans.
- Increased patient satisfaction by building trust through compassionate communication and active listening skills.
- Coordinated resources such as medical equipment rentals or community support services for patients in need, streamlining access to essential assistance options.
- Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing patient needs and organizing schedules accordingly.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment, minimizing risks for injury among patients.
- Improved patient comfort by skillfully addressing pain management concerns and adjusting care accordingly.
- Provided wound care management expertise, resulting in faster healing times and reduced complications for patients.
- OASIS Experience.
Registered Nurse, Skilled Unit
Desert Springs Healthcare
Hobbs, NM
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and escalating concerns promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on unit procedures and best practices.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient needs and treatment effectiveness.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Facilitated timely discharges by coordinating care with social workers, case managers, therapy teams.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by supporting colleagues in their professional growth and sharing best practices within the team.
- Fostered patient independence through adaptive strategies while maintaining safety measures.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by delegating tasks appropriately among team members based on skill sets and workload demands.
- Mitigated risks associated with falls and pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and preventative interventions.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust in the nursing care provided.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed tracheostomy care for patients ensuring proper maintenance and function of tracheostomy tubes reducing complications.
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Encompass Health Home Health
Roswell, NM
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided skilled nursing care in home setting.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation and reporting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for patients, resulting in improved overall health.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs, leading to appropriate interventions and referrals when necessary.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Obtained lab specimens as needed
- Administered IV medications and provide central line or PICC line care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided wound care management expertise, resulting in faster healing times and reduced complications for patients.
- OASIS experience
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Advanced Home Care
Roswell, NM
02.2013 - 09.2019
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure seamless transitions between services and providers.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment strategies to enhance health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource utilization and improve patient satisfaction.
- Monitored clinical progress, adjusting care plans based on ongoing assessments and feedback.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Leveraged electronic health record systems to document patient interactions, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information access.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
- Coordinated rehabilitative and preventive nursing processes and procedures.
- Mentored new nursing professionals during orientation periods, fostering a collaborative team dynamic that supported the delivery of high-quality care.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Provide wound care treatment as ordered.
- Obtain lab specimens as ordered.
- OASIS experience
Registered Nurse, Mental Health
Counseling Associates, Inc
Roswell, NM
11.2011 - 02.2013
- Outpatient mental health RN
- Assist physicians with patient visits, taking accurate notes and entering data into EHR.
- Administered patient care and medication following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Casa Maria Health Care Center
Roswell, NM
05.2011 - 11.2011
- Coordinated interdisciplinary rehabilitation plans to enhance patient recovery and optimize care delivery.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment protocols based on individual needs and clinical outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on rehabilitation processes, fostering engagement and adherence to treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve functional independence among diverse patient populations.
- Improved patient mobility through targeted physical therapy exercises and treatments.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, offering a compassionate presence during difficult times of transition and recovery.
- Administered medications safely, adhering to strict protocols and ensuring proper dosages for each individual patient.
- Coordinated with occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other specialists to ensure seamless integration of care services for patients'' unique needs.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the rehabilitation unit, reducing incidents significantly over time.
- Assessed patients'' progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans accordingly for optimal results.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs consistently, identifying potential complications early and taking prompt action to address concerns.
- Managed wound care effectively, utilizing appropriate dressings and techniques to promote healing and prevent infections.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Education
Nursing
ENMU-Roswell
Roswell, NM05-2011
Skills
- Medication administration
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient evaluation
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Collecting vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Team coordination
- EMR systems
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- High level of autonomy
- Chronic disease management
- ADL assistance
- Patient counseling
- Staff supervision
- Long-term care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Case management
- Geriatric nursing
- Removing sutures
- Palliative care awareness
- Managing deadlines
- Preventive health
- Home health care
- Evaluations
Timeline
Facility Registered Nurse
Goodlife Senior Living and Memory Care
04.2023 - Current
Treatment Nurse
White Sands Healthcare
02.2023 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Del and Associates Nursing Services
11.2020 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse, Skilled Unit
Desert Springs Healthcare
04.2020 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Encompass Health Home Health
09.2019 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Advanced Home Care
02.2013 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse, Mental Health
Counseling Associates, Inc
11.2011 - 02.2013
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Casa Maria Health Care Center
05.2011 - 11.2011
Nursing
ENMU-Roswell