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Stephanie Carolina Gutierrez

Lancaster,CA

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse with over 3 years in acute care settings, including oncology medical-surgical and trauma ICU environments. Specializes in trauma, cardiac, respiratory, neurologic, and oncology conditions with strong ability to adapt across diverse patient populations. Skilled in utilizing advanced medical equipment and technology, performing focused assessments, and ensuring continuity of care as a break nurse by safely covering multiple patient assignments. Recognized for precise documentation, advocacy for vulnerable patients, and maintaining safety standards such as neutropenic and chemotherapy precautions. Demonstrates leadership through mentoring and training new staff, while fostering effective interdisciplinary communication. Also experienced in office administration and special education.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse/ ICU

Palmdale Regional Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
  • 190-bed hospital advance primary stroke center and STEMI receiving center
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients upon admission to the ICU, identifying urgent needs and initiating interventions
  • Participated in interdisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress, treatment plans, and discharge planning
  • Administered a variety of sedation medications for diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical procedures, ensuring safe and effective sedation protocols
  • Advocated for patients' rights and ensured access to appropriate resources and support systems
  • Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and post-discharge care instructions
  • Maintained a clean environment conducive to infection control protocols

Registered Nurse/ CCU (2022-2025)-Break Nurse

Antelope Valley Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
  • Level II Trauma Center - 420-bed hospital
  • CCRT, EVD, IMPELLA trained, bedside procedures and recovery, PCU and PACU Cross Trained
  • Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient assessment, responses to treatments, changes in conditions, and interventions
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as the insertion of invasive monitoring devices ensuring patient safety throughout each process
  • Maintain precise, timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and changes in patient condition during brief encounters.

Special Education Para Educator - Health Clerk - Bilingual Office Assistant II

Lancaster School District
01.2012 - 03.2020
  • Curriculum preparation
  • Instructional support
  • Immunizations data keeper
  • Enrollment registration and transcripts
  • Prepare school and state report
  • Data management

Medical Assistant

AV Neuroscience Medical Group
05.2011 - 01.2012
  • Front and back office assistant
  • Recording patient data in EMR
  • Manage appointment schedule
  • EEG technician

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
10.2024

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Career Care Institute
Lancaster, CA
10-2021

Skills

  • Communication
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Organization
  • Multi-tasker
  • Clinical judgment
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Documentation & Electronic Health Record (EHR)
  • Patient assessments

Certification

  • Registered Nurse: License number 95268257
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
  • Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR)
  • NIHHS Certification
  • Impella Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse/ ICU

Palmdale Regional Medical Center
06.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse/ CCU (2022-2025)-Break Nurse

Antelope Valley Medical Center
01.2022 - Current

Special Education Para Educator - Health Clerk - Bilingual Office Assistant II

Lancaster School District
01.2012 - 03.2020

Medical Assistant

AV Neuroscience Medical Group
05.2011 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Career Care Institute