Sandra Dee Gonzalez, MSN, RN
San Juan,TX
Summary
Results-driven ICU Charge Nurse at DHR Health with exceptional critical thinking and leadership abilities, recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through effective emergency response and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in advocating for quality improvement and patient care, while fostering a positive work environment. Fluent in Spanish and skilled in addressing diverse patient needs, ensuring comprehensive management of complex conditions. Expert in health monitoring and compliant with Joint Commission standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Charge Nurse
DHR Health
Edinburg, Texas
05.2024 - Current
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care services across the continuum.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
- Achieved best possible outcomes for nursing sensitive indicators, core measures, HCAPS, patient satisfaction and associate satisfaction.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
DHR Health
Edinburg, Texas
08.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Clearlake, TX
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
Portland, ME
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
DHR Health
Edinburg, Texas
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
Clinical Nurse Director - Medical Surgical
DHR Health
Edinburg, TX
03.2017 - 04.2021
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission or Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Handled probationary and annual performance evaluations for nursing staff.
- Provided strong leadership and guidance to nurses.
- Participated in various committees related to healthcare initiatives within the organization.
- Assessed performance of nursing staff and built educational initiatives to enhance competency of teams and individual professionals at clinical and operational levels.
Interim Nurse Director - Medical Surgical
DHR Health
Edinburg, Texas
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Maintained current knowledge of healthcare trends, regulations, protocols and standards relating to nursing practice.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
Clinical Coordinator RN
DHR Health
Edinburg, Texas
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Partnered with nurse manager to raise standards of practice by monitoring, analyzing, and correcting staff performance.
- Developed and implemented clinical protocols for patient care.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
DHR Health
Edinburg, Texas
02.2012 - 06.2015
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
Clinical Supervisor
Physician Laboratory Services
Edinburg, Texas
08.2002 - 06.2013
- Performed microscopic examination of cultures and prepared slides for viewing.
- Performed routine checks on sensitive lab equipment to achieve consistent and high-performing functionality.
- Processed hematology and chemistry samples.
- Maintained accurate records of laboratory activities and results.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL06-2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas - Pan American
Edinburg, TX12-2011
Certification in Medical Technology - Clinical Laboratory Science
Univeristy of Texas - Pan American
Edinburg, TX08-1993
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Texas - Pan American
Edinburg, TX08-1992
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Patient assessment
- Clinical decision-making
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Quality improvement
- Staff supervision
- Emergency response
- Patient advocacy
- Team coordination
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
- Leadership
- Dependable and responsible
- Project planning
- Friendly, positive attitude
- FLUENT IN Spanish
Affiliations
- Enjoy sharing knowledge and team building with new staff.
- Enjoy volunteering with various community activities
Accomplishments
- Daily Award in Nursing Care - October 2014
Certification
- Active BLS, ACLS, TCAR, and TNCC certificate's
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ICU Charge Nurse
DHR Health
05.2024 - Current
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
DHR Health
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
04.2022 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
01.2022 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
DHR Health
04.2021 - 12.2021
Clinical Nurse Director - Medical Surgical
DHR Health
03.2017 - 04.2021
Interim Nurse Director - Medical Surgical
DHR Health
01.2017 - 03.2017
Clinical Coordinator RN
DHR Health
06.2015 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
DHR Health
02.2012 - 06.2015
Clinical Supervisor
Physician Laboratory Services
08.2002 - 06.2013
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas - Pan American
Certification in Medical Technology - Clinical Laboratory Science
Univeristy of Texas - Pan American
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Texas - Pan American
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