Tara Gonzales
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Manage facility operations with a focus on budget administration and emergency preparedness. Lead staff training programs that enhance team performance and optimize service quality, while identifying cost-saving opportunities through energy conservation initiatives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Administrator
DaVita
Amarillo, USA
05.2023 - Current
- Managed facility operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards to promote a safe environment.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through energy conservation initiatives, contributing to budget efficiency.
- Supervised staff training programs, improving team skills and enhancing service quality.
- Organized meetings between stakeholders to discuss potential projects or initiatives related to improving the functionality of the facility.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory, contracts, personnel information, and other documents in accordance with company policy.
- Performed general administrative duties such as filing paperwork or answering telephone calls.
Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
Amarillo, USA
03.2021 - Current
- Monitored fluid balance throughout each dialysis session, adjusting therapy to maintain optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, and performed laboratory tests to ensure patient safety and effective treatment.
- Assessed patient responses to treatments during each visit, promptly reporting changes or concerns to optimize care.
Clinical Coordinator RN
DaVita
Amarillo, USA
11.2020 - Current
- Managed daily operations, overseeing staffing assignments, scheduling, budgeting, supply management, compliance monitoring, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety and satisfaction through effective communication.
- Ensured accurate documentation in electronic health record systems, adhering to HIPAA guidelines.
Staff Registered Nurse, MICU
Northwest Texas Healthcare System
Amarillo, USA
11.2018 - Current
- Facilitated timely communication with physicians on patient status updates and changes in condition to enhance care coordination.
- Demonstrated expertise in providing quality nursing care to dialysis patients, including assessing patient needs, administering treatments and medications, and monitoring patient progress.
- Monitored vital signs before, during, and after dialysis treatments to ensure safety of patients.
- Administered prescribed medications according to established protocols while closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions or side effects.
- Assisted physicians with vascular access placement for hemodialysis treatments.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations governing the practice of dialysis nursing.
- Performed accurate documentation of all assessments, treatments, and interventions in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly assess complex clinical situations and develop appropriate interventions.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control standards within the dialysis unit.
- Cultivated collaborative relationships with interdisciplinary team members, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Recognized changes in patient condition and responded appropriately by initiating emergency procedures as needed.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
- Delivered emotional support to families navigating challenging situations, fostering trust and comfort during critical times.
- Provided health education to individuals and families to promote disease prevention.
- Actively sought out ways to improve processes within the department through collaboration with other departments or teams.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities related to advances in renal therapy modalities.
- Served as a preceptor for newly hired nurses transitioning into the role of Dialysis Registered Nurse.
- Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress.
Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse
William P. Clements Unit
Amarillo, USA
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Managed multiple complex cases simultaneously, ensuring high-quality care and support for all MICU patients.
- Provided high-level patient care in a Medical Intensive Care Unit setting, including administering medications and treatments, monitoring vital signs, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals.
- Assessed patients' condition and developed individualized plans of care to meet their needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient status and develop appropriate interventions.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information at shift change report.
- Educated patients on health promotion activities, enhancing their understanding and engagement in improving quality of life.
- Documented timely reports on patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, facilitating seamless transitions within the facility.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments and progress notes according to hospital standards.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Amarillo, USA
07.2010 - 05.2016
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients; offered emotional support for family members during this difficult time.
- Provided medication administration services for inmates with mental and physical disabilities, monitored their responses to medications and reported any changes or side effects to medical personnel.
- Conducted physical assessments and monitored vital signs of inmates, promptly relaying health concerns to medical staff.
- Administered required vaccinations to patients on a timely schedule at the healthcare facility.
- Provided education to inmates on hygiene practices and preventative healthcare measures including nutrition, exercise, and stress management to promote overall health.
- Assessed inmate's response to treatments; adjusted dosages or modified regimens based on physician orders.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while providing nursing care in an institutional setting.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Executed infection control procedures in facility; trained staff on effective hand washing techniques and proper use of personal protective equipment.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Nursing Leadership And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11-2025
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX01-2018
High School Diploma -
Borger High School
Borger, TX05-2003
Certification in Licensed Vocational Nursing -
Frank Phillips College
Borger, TX05-2003
Skills
- Facility management
- Work order management
- Compliance monitoring
- Budget administration
- Emergency preparedness
- Critical thinking
- Infection control procedures
- Leadership skills
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Compliance monitoring
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Vocational Nurse
Timeline
Facility Administrator
DaVita
05.2023 - Current
Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
03.2021 - Current
Clinical Coordinator RN
DaVita
11.2020 - Current
Staff Registered Nurse, MICU
Northwest Texas Healthcare System
11.2018 - Current
Correctional Licensed Vocational Nurse
William P. Clements Unit
11.2017 - 11.2018
Licensed Vocational Nurse
07.2010 - 05.2016
Master of Science (M.S.) - Nursing Leadership And Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Amarillo College
High School Diploma -
Borger High School
Certification in Licensed Vocational Nursing -
Frank Phillips College