PATRICIA VOULA GONATOS
PALM HARBOR,FL
Summary
Multidisciplinary healthcare professional with experience in health research, care management and medical writing. Adept at developing curriculum, conducting health assessments, and delivering patient-centered care. Maintains a strong commitment to community wellness and education.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Instructor
Palm Harbor University High School, Center for Wellness & Medical Professions
07.2025 - Current
- Deliver instruction in EKG procedures and allied health fundamentals
- Teach medical terminology, infection control/prevention, and basic clinical skills
- Develop lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with state and national standards
- Prepare students for industry-recognized Certified EKG Technician (CET) Exam
RN Healthcare Manager
Optum Health
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed transition of care process by coordinating hospital discharge needs
- Provided patient education and performed medication reconciliation
- Collaborated with providers to identify high-risk patients, establish plan of care and support longitudinal care
- Implemented protocols aligned with disease management and care management programs to optimize health and clinical outcomes.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
School Nurse
Pinellas County Schools
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Oversaw health services for school of 550 students and faculty.
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed per physician orders
- Assisted in school health activities such as health screenings and health education events
- Monitored student immunization status through Florida SHOTS and report health status trends
- Provided health and medication education and counseling to students, parents, and staff
Clinical Nurse
Mease Countryside, Observation Unit
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Assessed and evaluate patients, prioritize treatment, and maintain patient flow
- Performed medication administration and obtain appropriate lab tests
- Provided education to patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Collaborated with all members of the health care team in a timely and effective manner
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
Office Manager/PR Coordinator
Ghost Systems
01.2006 - 04.2019
- Handled day-to-day office functions, maintained schedules for staff, and assisted in the creation of the company's promotional materials and literature
Health/Medical Writer
Health Integrated
05.2001 - 10.2005
- Created health and wellness educational newsletters for distribution to patients
- Assisted in the development of various health and wellness education programs for patients
- Provided editorial assistance on reports and documents, including research, editing, and proofreading
- Designed health questionnaires on various topics, including mental health, ADHD, and Type II diabetes
Literacy Success Specialist
Sunset Hills Elementary School
08.1999 - 05.2001
- Provided small group reading and writing instruction for students in grades K-5
- Assessed literacy levels through running records and individualized learning plans for each student
Research Associate, Cancer Control & Research
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
02.1998 - 12.2000
- Participated in various aspects of cancer research studies, including survey design, study subject screening and recruitment, preparation of IRB (Institutional Review Board) reports and reporting of adverse events
- Performed data collection and data analysis, conducted study subject interviews, and reviewed medical records to evaluate patient history and determine study placement
Team Leader, Data Management & Quality Improvement
BayCare Health System (formerly Morton Plant Mease Hospital)
05.1997 - 02.1998
- Served as a clinical data liaison for all departments and was responsible for timely generation and dissemination of pertinent clinical data for team leaders throughout the hospital system
Research Associate, FL Geriatric Research Program
BayCare Health System (formerly Morton Plant Mease Hospital)
08.1996 - 05.1997
- Involved in the design and development of data collection instruments for the FGRP, an internationally recognized longitudinal research study (20+ years) that screened and followed over 7,000 people in the Tampa Bay area.
Graduate Teaching Assistant/Editor
University of South Florida, College of Public Health
06.1993 - 07.1996
- Assisted professors in teaching graduate-level epidemiology and biostatistics courses, proctored exams, and offered tutoring services for all students in the Epidemiology/Biostatistics department
- Assisted in the development of lesson plans and teaching materials, including the development of a course study guide for the basic epidemiology course
- Conducted focus groups and developed surveys for the State of Georgia WIC project
- Developed College newsletter; wrote/edited articles for submission; proofreader for College annual report
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL01.2021
Master of Science - Public Health
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL01.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL01.1991
Skills
- Florida Registered Nurse License
- BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Certified Youth Worker, Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
- Camp Nurse, St Stephen’s Summer Camp, Diakonia Retreat Center, Salem SC
- Fluent in the Greek language
Languages
Greek
Professional Working
Timeline
Health Instructor
Palm Harbor University High School, Center for Wellness & Medical Professions
07.2025 - Current
RN Healthcare Manager
Optum Health
06.2024 - 06.2025
School Nurse
Pinellas County Schools
03.2023 - 05.2024
Clinical Nurse
Mease Countryside, Observation Unit
06.2022 - 12.2022
Office Manager/PR Coordinator
Ghost Systems
01.2006 - 04.2019
Health/Medical Writer
Health Integrated
05.2001 - 10.2005
Literacy Success Specialist
Sunset Hills Elementary School
08.1999 - 05.2001
Research Associate, Cancer Control & Research
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
02.1998 - 12.2000
Team Leader, Data Management & Quality Improvement
BayCare Health System (formerly Morton Plant Mease Hospital)
05.1997 - 02.1998
Research Associate, FL Geriatric Research Program
BayCare Health System (formerly Morton Plant Mease Hospital)
08.1996 - 05.1997
Graduate Teaching Assistant/Editor
University of South Florida, College of Public Health
06.1993 - 07.1996
Associate Degree - Nursing
St. Petersburg College
Master of Science - Public Health
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of South Florida
RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS
- Harokopos (Gonatos), V., & McDermott, R.J. (1996). Cervical cancer screening: Benefits and barriers. Journal of Health Education, 27(6), 351-356.
- Westhoff, W.W., McDermott, R.J., & Harokopos (Gonatos), V. (1996). Acquisition of high-risk behavior by African-American, Latino, and Caucasian middle-school students. Psychological Reports, 79, 787-795.
- Harokopos (Gonatos), V., & McDermott, R.J. (1995). Counter-advertisements and adolescent smoking: An aggressive approach in health promotion. Florida School Health Association Journal, 6(1), 21-23.
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