Tracy Gutierrez
Houston
Summary
New graduate acute care nurse practitioner with 10 years of nursing experience, including 6 years in ICU settings focused on medical, surgical, and oncology care. Proven ability to manage complex and critically ill patients, leveraging rapid response skills for early clinical intervention. Strong background in vascular access and interdisciplinary collaboration, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and professional development committees.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
10.2021 - Current
- Provide high-acuity, evidence-based care for critically ill oncology, and surgical patients.
- Serve as a preceptor, mentoring new ICU nurses, and supporting professional growth within the team.
- Act as Skin Champion, leading pressure injury prevention initiatives, and collaborating with the wound care team to improve outcomes.
- Participate in quality and safety initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and clinical efficiency.
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit
HCA Southeast
Houston
05.2019 - 10.2021
- Provided comprehensive care for medical and surgical ICU patients, including those with sepsis, respiratory failure, and multi-system organ dysfunction.
- Served as Charge Nurse, overseeing patient assignments, managing unit flow, and supporting nursing staff.
- Functioned as a Rapid Response Nurse, assessing and stabilizing patients with acute clinical deterioration.
- Member of the Professional Development Committee, promoting education and competency growth among staff.
- Member of the Midline Insertion Team, performing vascular access procedures to improve efficiency, and reduce infection risk.
- Recognized for teamwork, professionalism, and commitment to quality patient care.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Houston, TX12-2015
Skills
- Patient assessment and critical care management
- Quality improvement strategies
- IV therapy and medication administration
- Electronic health records management
- Emergency response planning
- Evidence-based practice
- Team collaboration
Clinical Rotations
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
- Delivered acute care to oncology patients with leukemia, infectious disease, emergency, and supportive care units. Managed complex and immunocompromised patients, performing advanced assessments and implementing evidence-based treatment plans. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes and manage acute oncologic complications.
Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX
- Completed rotation in the Liver Transplant ICU, managing critically ill post-transplant and multi-organ dysfunction patients. Assisted with hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, and medication titration. Applied advanced clinical decision-making to support patient recovery and reduce complications.
Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit
MD Anderson Cancer Center
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit
HCA Southeast
05.2019 - 10.2021
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing