Monica M Gaona, MSN, AGPCNP-BC

Board-certified Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with extensive acute care nursing experience and robust clinical training in adult internal medicine. Proven ability to manage complex patient cases, deliver evidence-based interventions, and foster patient-centered care. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and streamline care delivery.

Travel Nurse – Medical Surgical Banner Estrella Medical Center | Phoenix, AZ | 2021 – 2022

• Delivered care to a diverse patient population of up to 6 patients per shift, including post-operative and complex medical cases.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement treatment plans, enhancing discharge efficiency and patient safety.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments, monitored progress, and escalated concerns to optimize outcomes.

Staff Nurse/Resource Nurse – Med Surg/Telemetry South Texas Health System McAllen | McAllen, TX | 2019 – 2021

• Managed a 33-bed unit as resource nurse, overseeing patient assignments, supporting staff development, and addressing patient/family concerns.
• Achieved high patient satisfaction scores through effective communication, timely interventions, and compassionate care.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on fall prevention and reduction of hospital-acquired infections.