SHAQUONDA GONGORA
Alamogordo,NM
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 3 years of experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Home Health specialty.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager
Ambercare Home Health
Alamogordo, NM
08.2019 - Current
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to appropriate physician or specialist.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Delivered after-hours care to patients based on strict role-call rotations.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Assessed wounds and completed wound care as ordered.
Nursing Home Registered Nurse
Casa Arena Blanca
Alamogordo, NM
02.2019 - 08.2022
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Cared for patients in a 28-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Banner University Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
09.2015 - 12.2018
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Phoenix, AZ12.2018
Skills
- Communication with multidisciplinary teams
- OASIS documentation
- Homecare Homebase (HCHB)
- Accurate Documentation
- Decision Making
- Patient Care Oversight
- Critical Thinking
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- · Registered Nurse (NM # 55177)
- Current BLS
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Ambercare Home Health
08.2019 - Current
Nursing Home Registered Nurse
Casa Arena Blanca
02.2019 - 08.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Banner University Medical Center
09.2015 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University