Ricardo Gonzalez
Sandy Springs,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly skilled CVICU nurse with a strong background in managing critically ill cardiovascular patients, including those recovering from complex surgeries such as heart and lung transplants. Skilled in administering high-risk medications, interpreting cardiac rhythms, and responding to life threatening emergencies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Registred Nurse
Emory University Hospital
Decatur, GA
2023.06 - Current
- Provided comprehensive care to critically ill patients recovering from lung transplants, open heart surgery, heart failure, and other cardiovascular conditions.
- Monitored and interpreted hemodynamic data using advanced monitoring devices.
- Managed patients on ventilators, VV/VA ECMO, Impella, LVAD, RVAD, CRRT, IABP, and PACs.
- Administered high-risk medications, including titration of vasopressors, inotropes, and antiarrhythmic medications.
- Collaborated with surgeons, cardiologists, APPs, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans.
- Played a key role in rapid responses and code blue situations.
Travel Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
2022.01 - 2023.03
- Managed patient care plans and provided necessary medical treatments to patients in a timely manner.
- Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
- Educated patients and family members about proper health maintenance techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment strategies for complex cases.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Northside Hospital Gwinnett
Gwinnett, GA
2021.06 - 2022.01
- Performed wound care, catheterizations, and other nursing procedures as needed.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures in the unit.
- Evaluated changes in physical or mental status of patients and reported to physicians immediately.
- Established strong relationships with patients, families, and staff members through effective communication techniques.
- Identified potential risks associated with inadequate management of illness or injury; implemented strategies to reduce risk factors.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
Atlanta, GA
2020.07 - 2021.06
- Assessed and monitored patients' conditions, including vital signs, ECG readings and other relevant indicators.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs, blood draws, IVs, NG tubes, urinary catheters.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving cardiac arrest or other life-threatening events.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established standards and practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA2020-05
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Task Prioritization
- Code Blue Team
- Excellent Communication
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Vasopressors, inotropes, and antiarrhythmic drug titration
- Administration and monitoring of sedation medication
- Pulmonary Artery Catheter management
- Management of devices: IABP, CRRT, RVAD, LVAD, impella, and ventilators
Certification
- CCRN
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- NIHSS
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Georgia East Metro Health District Medical Reserve Corps Volunteer 2021-present.
Timeline
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Registred Nurse
Emory University Hospital
2023.06 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
2022.01 - 2023.03
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Northside Hospital Gwinnett
2021.06 - 2022.01
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
2020.07 - 2021.06
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valdosta State University