Maria Gomez
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Bilingual (Spanish) Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and over 16 years of healthcare experience across OB/GYN, urgent care, and acute care settings. One year of experience as a Neuro/Telemetry RN in a Primary Stroke Unit, with NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification. Skilled in stroke care, cardiac monitoring, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in Epic, Cerner, and Meditech electronic health record systems. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and improving outcomes for diverse populations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuro/Telemetry Registered Nurse – Primary Stroke Unit
Providence Hospital
Everett, WA
03.2025 - 03.2026
- Monitored and assessed patient conditions, delivering targeted nursing interventions for acute ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke patients in a high-acuity care unit.
- Performed and recorded NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) evaluations to assess neurological alterations and support treatment decisions.
- Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry, identifying arrhythmias and initiating timely interventions.
- Recognize and respond to acute clinical deterioration, escalating care appropriately.
- Ensured patient safety through vigilance in infection control practices, falls prevention strategies, and medication administration protocols.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care protocols.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while supporting their families during difficult times.
- Facilitated onboarding of new nursing staff through comprehensive instruction on cardiac monitoring techniques and medication protocols relevant to telemetry units.
- Facilitated quality assurance audits aimed at improving patient care practices in telemetry unit.
Certified Medical Assistant
Evergreen Health Care – Urgent Care Clinics
Mill Creek, WA
03.2018 - 05.2025
- Administered direct patient care, including triage, phlebotomy, EKGs, and patient education in a high-pressure environment.
- Facilitated procedural support for providers, including suturing, wound care, and diagnostic testing.
- Trained and mentored junior medical assistants on best practices in patient care and office procedures.
Certified Medical Assistant, Vaccine Coordinator, Preceptor
Swedish Birth and Family Clinic
Edmonds, WA
07.2016 - 04.2023
- Precepted new staff and students, supporting onboarding and clinical skill development.
- Coordinated Vaccines for Children (VFC) program, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Administered immunizations and assisted with OB/GYN procedures and prenatal care.
- Documented patient care using Epic electronic health record system.
Certified Medical Assistant, Lab Tech
University of Washington Neighborhood Clinics
Seattle, WA
05.2014 - 06.2016
- Performed lab testing, administered immunizations, and supported patient care delivery.
- Managed comprehensive documentation processes to support patient care and compliance standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Honors -
University of Washington
Seattle, WA12-2025
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Honors - Nursing
Shoreline Community College
Shoreline, WA12-2024
Associate of Arts (AA), Global Health Emphasis, Honors -
Seattle Central College
Seattle, WA01-2023
Medical Assistant Certification - undefined
Everest College
Everett, WA01-2009
Skills
- Stroke Care & Neurological Assessment (NIHSS)
- Rapid Response & Clinical Deterioration Recognition
- Cardiac Telemetry Monitoring & Rhythm Interpretation
- Electronic Health Records: Epic, Cerner, Meditech
- Patient & Family Education
- IV Therapy, Phlebotomy, EKG
- Care Coordination & Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Bilingual Communication (Spanish/English)
- Employee training
- Responsive to new challenges
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Washington State
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (AAMA), 2009
Timeline
Neuro/Telemetry Registered Nurse – Primary Stroke Unit
Providence Hospital
03.2025 - 03.2026
Certified Medical Assistant
Evergreen Health Care – Urgent Care Clinics
03.2018 - 05.2025
Certified Medical Assistant, Vaccine Coordinator, Preceptor
Swedish Birth and Family Clinic
07.2016 - 04.2023
Certified Medical Assistant, Lab Tech
University of Washington Neighborhood Clinics
05.2014 - 06.2016
Medical Assistant Certification - undefined
Everest College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Honors -
University of Washington
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Honors - Nursing
Shoreline Community College
Associate of Arts (AA), Global Health Emphasis, Honors -
Seattle Central College
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE (Nursing Student)
- Swedish Hospital – Med-Surg, Oncology, OB, L&D, Postpartum
- Providence Colby Campus – Med-Surg, Cardiac Telemetry
- University of Washington Medical Center – Oncology, Renal, Transplant, Urology
- Cedar Creek Memory Care – Dementia/Alzheimer's Care