Rudy Gonzales
SAN ANTONIO,TX
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with strong background in psychiatric emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality nursing care. Strong communication skills, fluent in English and Spanish, ensuring effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
I worked at San Antonio state Hospital ( Psych ) from 11 1987 until I retired 12 2013. During that time I worked Acute admissions, PICU, and chronic care. I also worked at University Hospital Psych ER starting 2002 PRN until I went full time in 2013. During that time I also worked in pt. psych for University hospital in pt. facility until I transferred to Bexar Co. Jail in 2018. I worked as a shift supervisor for their nursing team from 2018 until I retired from University hospital in 2024. During that time my duties were to manage a team of about 30 RN's, LVN' and Medical assistants for day to day duties.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
University Hospital - University Health System
San Antonio, TX
06.2002 - 10.2024
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health.
- Assisted in developing individual rehabilitation plans for clients based on their needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients in a residential setting.
- Educated families on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of mental illness.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
San Antonio State Hospital
SAN ANTONIO, TX
11.1987 - 12.2013
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Assisted in developing individual rehabilitation plans for clients based on their needs.
- Educated families on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of mental illness.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX12-1992
Skills
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- De-escalation techniques
- Therapeutic communication
- Care team collaboration
- Crisis intervention
- Recovery support
- Medication administration
- Discharge planning
- Safety planning
- Suicide prevention
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University Hospital - University Health System
06.2002 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
San Antonio State Hospital
11.1987 - 12.2013
Associate of Applied Science -
San Antonio College
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