Experienced nursing professional with 15 years in patient-centered care, specializing in geriatrics and House Call services. As an Adult Nurse Practitioner for 5.5 years, focused on chronic illness management and preventative care education. Adept in holistic care and telemedicine for acute and chronic conditions.
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Venessa Gonzalez Robles
Cedar Park,TX
Summary
Overview
18
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Visiting Physicians Association
Adult Nurse Practitioner
11.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop individualized care plans for adult patients.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient management and optimal health outcomes.
- Implement evidence-based practices to enhance quality of care and improve patient satisfaction scores.
- Mentor junior staff in advanced clinical practices, fostering professional development and team cohesion.
- Utilize electronic health record systems for efficient documentation and streamlined patient information access.
- Lead initiatives to improve chronic disease management protocols, resulting in enhanced patient engagement.
- Educate patients on preventive care measures and lifestyle modifications to promote overall well-being.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Traveled by car to visit average of Number patients each day to perform initial visits and physical examinations.
- Examined wounds and treated lacerations with bandaging, suturing, and topical medications.
- Contributed to positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing expertise, and supporting team-based care approaches.
- Optimized clinic efficiency by contributing valuable input during staff meetings that led to improvements in appointment scheduling processes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive care and developing tailored treatment plans for adult patients.
- Expedited referrals to specialists when necessary while maintaining open lines of communication between providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care and coordinated services for complex medical cases.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, personalized care and fostering strong relationships with patients.
- Provided urgent care services to address acute medical concerns promptly, reducing unnecessary emergency room visits.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare system while navigating insurance challenges that impacted access to quality care options.
- Managed chronic conditions effectively using evidence-based practice guidelines to optimize medication regimens and lifestyle modifications.
- Monitored patient progress closely through regular follow-ups, adjusting treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal results.
- Established trust within diverse patient populations by demonstrating cultural competence in communication and healthcare delivery approaches.
- Implemented preventive measures through routine screenings, vaccinations, and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.
- Conducted comprehensive physical examinations and diagnostic tests to accurately diagnose illnesses, injuries, and other health issues in adult patients.
- Utilized telehealth technology to provide remote consultations for homebound or rural patients who had limited access to healthcare resources.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development and participation in relevant conferences, courses, and workshops.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Analyze patient data trends to inform strategic decisions regarding service delivery improvements.
- Delivered high level of care and service to patients through email, video chat and online assessments.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care for high-risk patients.
- Provided information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
Seton Medical Center Hays
REGISTERED NURSE: ICU
01.2011 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care for up to 2 patients per shift on a 24-bed intensive care unit in an advanced level III adult trauma facility. Leverage sound, ethical, and independent decision making abilities integrated with evidence-based care approaches to generate and administer individualized care plans for critically ill or injured patients. Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare providers to evaluate patient progress, identify and manage medications, and deliver integrated care to promote optimal patient recovery. Monitor patient responses to treatment interventions and document all elements of the nursing process to support exceptional continuity of care. Counsel and support patients and their family members in understanding diagnosis, requisite medication, testing, and follow up care. Instrumental in maintaining efficient throughput and the delivery of quality care by monitoring census, and adjusting staffing assignments, as necessary, on the basis of care needs and available skill sets.
- Member of Hospital critical care team contributed to improving trauma services leading to level 2 care.
- Acts as a charge and House supervisor relief for administration.
- Contributed to the Hospital certification for Level 2 trauma center providing care to all injured by general surgeons, as well as coverage by the specialties of orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, anesthesiology, emergency medicine, radiology and critical care.
Sentara Heart Hospital
REGISTERED NURSE
01.2008 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Utilized the nursing process to provide patient-centered care for up to 3 individuals in a specialty heart intermediate care unit for those diagnosed with right and left sided heart failure. Administered specialized care for patients with pulmonary hypertension and high-risk infusions; skilled in the administration of immunosuppressant medications. Played a pivotal role as a member of an Interdisciplinary Grand Rounding team to remaining aware of unit census, update patient care needs and treatment plans, and ensure the delivery of safe, high quality care to produce positive patient results. Honed proficiency in the treatment of heart failure and the utilization of perfusion devices in addition to expertise in Orthotropic Heart Transplant disease processes and care management to maintain patient safety and optimal levels of health and wellbeing.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of specialized unit policies and procedures to improve processes and patient care through active engagement with the practice council.
- Played a pivotal role in assisting the organization to achieve magnet status recognition as a center of excellence in healthcare services.
Education
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITYNorfolk, VA
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Cluster Minor in Nursing Leadership
University Overview
University of Texas Medical BranchGalveston, TX
Master of Science from Adult Geriatric Primary
01.2018
University Overview
Caring for adolescents to the geriatric population
Texas State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse License
University Overview
No. 811769, (Active)
Basic Life Support Certification
University Overview
(Active)
Skills
- Acute and critical care
- Comprehensive health assessments
- Disease prevention strategies
- Regulatory compliance
- Evidence-based practices
- IV therapy management
- Coordinated patient care
- Electronic medical records management
- Diagnostic testing and interpretation
- Patient education and support
- Value Based model
- Wound management
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Austin Advance Practice Nurses
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses
- Nurse Practitioner Association of Texas
Certification
- Adult-gerontology primary care certification
- DEA License active
- NPI: 1871143560
- AP license: 142629
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Visiting Physicians Association
11.2019 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE: ICU
Seton Medical Center Hays
01.2011 - 09.2019
REGISTERED NURSE
Sentara Heart Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2011
OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Cluster Minor in Nursing Leadership
Texas State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse License
Basic Life Support Certification
University of Texas Medical Branch
Master of Science from Adult Geriatric Primary