RN, BSN
Open To Work
VANESSA GARZA-GONGORA
Gateway College Prepatory School
Georgetown,TX
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Immediately
Desired Job Title
School NurseOwnerManager/CoachRegistered NurseRegistered Nurse
2
Languages
1
Certification
23
years of professional experience
Experienced School Nurse with 5 years in school nursing and over 15 years in comprehensive nursing. Collaborates effectively with staff to provide health services, cultivate health education, and promote wellness. Focused on creating a safe environment that supports students' physical and emotional well-being while enhancing health outcomes through proactive care and educational initiatives.
Work History
School Nurse
4 Years 10 Months- Administered first aid and emergency care to students, ensuring immediate health support.
- Implemented immunization tracking system to ensure timely vaccinations for all students.
- Collaborated with educators to develop health education programs promoting student wellness.
- Conducted regular health screenings, identifying potential issues and facilitating appropriate interventions.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly per physician orders to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Oversaw health services for school of 1700 students and faculty.
- Facilitated early detection of health issues by conducting routine screenings for vision, hearing, scoliosis, among others.
Owner
6 Years 1 Month- Owner and Coach of a personal training business. Developed and led small group classes, coaching individuals through diverse fitness workouts. Assisted clients in addressing nutritional needs and achieving personal fitness goals.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Manager/Coach
3 Years 3 Months- Coached group HIIT classes, fostering a motivating environment for participants. Managed employee schedules, ensuring optimal staffing for business operations. Assisted clients with inquiries about services and products. with memberships and guidance on a healthy lifestyle.
- Streamlined scheduling processes, optimizing staff allocation for peak times.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective communication and team-building activities.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Registered Nurse
5 Months- Monitoring vital signs for the baby and mother, including heart rate and blood pressure.
- Started IV lines and administered medication.
- Measuring and monitoring contraction status as well as evaluating cervical readiness.
- Aiding with inducing labor and identifying and assisting with complications.
- Assisted with surgical procedures during cesarean deliveries and fetal demise, supporting timely interventions.
- Assessing and evaluating newborns for signs of distress and need for resuscitation.
- Helping new mothers in postpartum care and assisting with breastfeeding.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Mentored junior nurses in best practices for patient care and clinical procedures.
Registered Nurse
5 Years- Monitoring vital signs for the baby and mother, including heart rate and blood pressure.
- Started IV lines and administered medication.
- Measuring and monitoring contraction status as well as evaluating cervical readiness.
- Aiding with inducing labor and identifying and assisting with complications.
- Assisted with surgical procedures during cesarean deliveries and fetal demise to support optimal outcomes for mothers and infants.
- Assessing and evaluating newborns for signs of distress and need for resuscitation.
- Helping new mothers in postpartum care and assisting with breastfeeding.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Mentored junior nurses in best practices for patient care and clinical procedures.
- Charge Nurse duties include assigning patients and handling unit workload.
- Mentoring new graduates, medical students, and resident physicians in training.
Registered Nurse
11 Months- Monitoring vital signs for the baby and mother, including heart rate and blood pressure.
- Started IV lines and administered medication as ordered.
- Measuring and monitoring contraction status as well as evaluating cervical readiness.
- Aided in labor induction and identified complications, providing timely assistance to enhance patient outcomes.
- Assisting with surgery, in the event of a cesarean delivery or fetal demise.
- Assessing and evaluating newborns for signs of distress and need for resuscitation.
- Helping new mothers in postpartum care and assisting with breastfeeding.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Graduated Cum Laude
Diploma
- Graduated in the top 10% of Hispanics in my class and was rewarded with a scholarship.
- Completed upper-level coursework and finished my senior year in 3 years. Graduated at 16 years of age.
Skills
Immunization record review
Self-motivated problem solver
Compassionate work ethic
Injury treatment
Student health assessment
Chronic disease management
Chronic illness management
Acute illness recognition
School Health Services
Organization and Time management
Self-Motivated and Problem Solver
Compassionate and Hard Working
Certification
- Vision Screening Certification
- Hearing Screening certification
- CPR Certification
- First aide Certification
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Nurse
Gateway College Prepatory School
10.2021 - 08.2026Read More
Owner
Grit Fitness LLC
06.2020 - 07.2026Read More
Manager/Coach
FitBody Bootcamp
03.2016 - 06.2019Read More
Registered Nurse
St. David’s Hospital Georgetown
08.2011 - 01.2012Read More
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Hospital
06.2004 - 06.2009Read More
Registered Nurse
Women’s Hospital of Texas
06.2003 - 05.2004Read More
Anderson High School
Diploma
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University of Texas Medical Branch
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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About Me
I have always had a passion for helping people. I started my journey in nursing back in 2003 and thoroughly enjoyed it. Took some time to have and raise my 3 children in which I found another way to help people through my passion for health. I opened my own fitness business in 2020 and have been helping people through leading a healthy lifestyle and training them how to keep healthy bodies. Simultaneously, I entered into school nursing in 2021 and have loved serving a K-12 school. I have had the pleasure of coaching several youth sports team and love working with children and helping them grow.