Veronica Guzman
McAllen,TX
Summary
Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Fluent in Spanish and English. With 25 years of nursing experience and additionally 15 years of nursing supervisory experience.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse Cath Lab
Edinburg Regional Medical Center
Edinburg, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Performed monitoring duties as needed for Cardiac Catheterization Lab procedures.
- Provided care and support to patients in a timely manner.
- Prepared patients for invasive procedures by explaining the process to them.
- Assessed and monitored patient condition before, during, and after procedure.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Maintained accurate medical records of patient care activities and documentation.
- Managed inventory of supplies used in Cath Lab procedures.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Performed post-procedure assessment on patients and reported findings to cardiologist or other healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness of the Cath Lab environment according to hospital standards.
- Monitored vital signs during cardiac catheterizations and other invasive procedures.
- Educated family members on post-operative care instructions and follow up appointments.
- Participated in professional development activities related to Cath Lab nursing practices.
- Implemented infection control measures throughout the entire procedure.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology., related to Cath Lab nursing practice.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to new staff members within the department.
- Tracked oxygenation, blood pressure and heart rate during procedures and post procedure.
- Administered medications during and post procedures to reduce problems from anxiety, blood pressure and other conditions.
- Prepared patients for procedures such as stents, IVC filters and peripheral angiograms.
- Assessed patients before and after procedures and offered specialized care targeted on individual needs to achieve optimal recoveries.
Special Procedures Nurse
Edinburg Regional Medical Center
Edinburg, Texas
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
- Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff with preparation for and conducting patient procedures.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties, enhance cooperation and facilitate smooth procedures.
- Collected lab specimens in adherence with safety protocols for patient tests.
- Monitored and maintained aseptic techniques throughout procedures.
- Used restrictive devices and patient-shielding techniques to minimize patient and staff radiation exposures.
Nurse Supervisor
Heart Clinic.
McAllen, TX
05.2006 - 05.2021
- Monitor and create daily assignments for 12 medical assistants and 1 Rn
- Assist with answering patient calls and addressing patient clinical concerns
- Assist with submitting medication refills as necessary
- Responsible for Supply inventory for Vein Clinic
- Responsible for Kronos (time card) corrections and completing payroll
- Responsible for assisting with and coordinating ablations for 4 cardiologist
- Responsible for monitoring sample medications log, monitoring expired drugs
- Responsible for performing treadmill stress testing
- Responsible for performing Stress Echo Exams
- Responsible for starting all patient IV catheters
- Responsible for monitoring encounters with charges report
- Assist with physician credentialing as needed
- Assist physician with completing death records as needed
- Monitored infection control
- Directed daily operations at facility caring for more than 150 individuals daily
- Ordered all supplies needed for the clinic and kept tabs on inventory levels
- Responsible for reporting physicians days worked to administration
House Supervisor PRN
Doctor's Hospital Renaissance
Edinburg, TX
06.2006 - 10.2011
- Evaluated clinical functions to determine level and quality of care
- Communicated conditions, changes and care updates between clinical staff and physicians
- Directed emergency response and crisis interventions
- Collaborated with multiple departments to maximize workflow and efficiency
- Completed staffing assignments and bed assignments to maintain operations throughout entire facility
- Assisted with coordinating/scheduling Cath Lab and OR cases as necessary
- Adhered to strict operation and maintenance regulations by following instructions and observing guidelines
- Monitored staffing patterns and nursing care hours for efficiency and made changes when necessary
- Assigned staff to meet patient care needs and address productivity standards, while adjusting for census, skill mix and sick calls
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process
Charge Nurse Telemetry
McAllen Medical Center
McAllen, TX
02.1999 - 06.2006
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals
- Recorded patient reactions to drugs and initiated wound management protocols
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs
- Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention
- Delivered high level of care to every patient
- Actualized interventions and strategies to manage chest tubes, nasogastric tubes, G-tubes, peg tubes, colostomies, JP drains and Tru-close rains
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care
- Facilitated patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes
- Documented and evaluated effectiveness of care plans and interventions
- Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques
- Conducted telemetry monitoring on patients, recording all cardiac rhythm data
- Administered injections, medications and wound care according to needs
- Facilitated HIPAA and JCAHO reviews through patient chart audits, inventory and supply management, medication inventory management, biohazard management, and maintaining patient medical record confidentiality compliance; ensured all patient care, unit operations, and nursing protocols were in place and adhered to
Supervisor Skilled Nursing Staff Registered Nurse Geriatrics
Mcallen Medical Center
Mcallen, TX
12.1997 - 02.1999
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
- Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying
- Attended to patients in 32-bed unit, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care
- Used mobility devices and other equipment to carefully and transport patients
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX12.1996
Skills
- Proficient in insertion of IV catheters
- ACLS and BLS certified
- General housekeeping ability
- Collecting specimens
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Collecting vital signs
- Documentation during special procedures
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Electronic charting
- Quick problem solver
- Monitoring and administer IV fluids
- Administer IV sedation during procedures, and closely monitor patient
- Performing patient intakes and initial assessements
- Staffing assignments
- Able to lift at least 30 pounds
- Diagnostic imaging
- Assist with procedures under Computed tomography
References
Dr. Ofsman Quintana, Heart Clinic 956-607-6190
Dr. Federico Azpurua, Heart Clinic 617-699-0708
Laura Armstrong, Bristol Myers Squibb 956-342-4149
Timeline
Staff Nurse Cath Lab
Edinburg Regional Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
Special Procedures Nurse
Edinburg Regional Medical Center
05.2021 - 05.2023
House Supervisor PRN
Doctor's Hospital Renaissance
06.2006 - 10.2011
Nurse Supervisor
Heart Clinic.
05.2006 - 05.2021
Charge Nurse Telemetry
McAllen Medical Center
02.1999 - 06.2006
Supervisor Skilled Nursing Staff Registered Nurse Geriatrics
Mcallen Medical Center
12.1997 - 02.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Pan American