Maricella Gonzalez
Riverton,WY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care. Excelled in patient care planning and interdisciplinary coordination. Skilled in patient education, my approach fosters trust and enhances patient and family experiences. Works well with diverse patient populations. Experienced with time management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Morning Star Care Center
4 North Fork Road, Fort Washakie, Wyoming 82514
06.2023 - Current
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound care, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications and monitored responses.
- Patient Admissions and orientation
New Grad RN- ICU
Sage West Hospital
2100 W. Sunset Dr. Riverton, Wy, 82501
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Work under a preceptor to gain critical care experience
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments. preformed frequent rounding.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
CNA II
Morning Star Care Center
Ft. Washakie, Wy
10.2019 - 06.2023
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Provided care to patients throughout their lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and culture.
CNA- Caretaker
Lighthouse Assisted Living
Blackfoot, ID
02.2017 - 05.2019
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment. Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Central Wyoming College
Riverton, WY05.2023
High School Diploma -
Riverton High School
Riverton, WY05.2014
Skills
- Standard RN Skills: IV and foley placement and maintenance, medication administration, vitals, patient care planning, management, and monitoring
- Patient and Family Education
- Infection Control Standards
- Interdisciplinary Communication and Coordination
- Time Management
- Geriatric Nursing
Certification
- Registered Nurse- WY, multistate
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Morning Star Care Center
06.2023 - Current
New Grad RN- ICU
Sage West Hospital
06.2023 - 10.2023
CNA II
Morning Star Care Center
10.2019 - 06.2023
CNA- Caretaker
Lighthouse Assisted Living
02.2017 - 05.2019
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Central Wyoming College
High School Diploma -
Riverton High School