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Shirley Garza

Shirley Garza

Sarepta,LA

Summary

Dependable Registered Nurse with experience across women's services and geriatric psychiatry. Known for compassionate care and maintaining patient dignity.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver Program

VA
Magnolia , AR
05.2019 - 08.2025
  • Provided care for 100% disabled veteran father diagnosed with Alzheimer’s dementia and wheelchair bound.
  • Managed medication administration and monitored medication effectiveness and side effects.
  • Assisted with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Maintained safe and clean living environment.
  • Transported patient to physician appointments and documented and followed physician orders and instructions.
  • Supported patient during hospice end-of-life care.

Registered Nurse

Herritage Nursing Center
Haynesville, LA
01.2014 - 12.2016
  • Administered medications in accordance with physician orders to ensure patient safety and adherence to treatment plans
  • Provided compassionate bedside care to enhance comfort and well-being of nursing center residents
  • Advocated for patient dignity and respect by upholding their basic rights, values, and beliefs in daily interactions.

Registered Nurse

Fountain View Nursing Home
Springhill, Louisiana
01.2013 - 11.2013
  • Ensured safety of geriatric psychiatric and behavioral health patients on closed unit floor through monitoring and intervention.
  • Documented patient conditions, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects to support effective care planning.
  • Assessed physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to inform treatment plan adjustments.

Registered Nurse

Medical Center of South Arkansas
ElDorado, AR
08.2000 - 06.2012
  • Delivered comprehensive nursing care during labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum to ensure patient well-being.
  • Administered pre- and post-operative care for gynecological surgery patients, supporting their recovery and health outcomes.
  • Delivered bedside care for patients in the department of Women's Services which included labor, delivery, obstetrics, and gynecology.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR
12-2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR
05-2000

Skills

  • Patient monitoring
  • Psychiatric oversight
  • Compassionate care
  • Patient Communication
  • Family advocacy
  • Team collaboration
  • Dependable and responsible

Timeline

Caregiver Program

VA
05.2019 - 08.2025

Registered Nurse

Herritage Nursing Center
01.2014 - 12.2016

Registered Nurse

Fountain View Nursing Home
01.2013 - 11.2013

Registered Nurse

Medical Center of South Arkansas
08.2000 - 06.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Arkansas University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southern Arkansas University
Shirley Garza