Floor Staff Vocational Nurse
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SKILLS
VALARIE S. GOMEZ
RN, BSN
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position with room for advancement. To have the opportunity to expand my experience. As well, to provide the highest level of comfort and quality care to patients and their families.
EDUCATION
University of Texas at Arlington-Arlington, Tx
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (May 2021)
Howard Junior College San Angelo- San Angelo, Tx
Associates of Science/ ADN Transition Program (July 2017)
Howard Junior College San Angelo- San Angelo, Tx
Certificate Vocational Nursing Program (May 2014)
EMPLOYMENT
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital—Floor Nurse (Present)
Assessed, monitored, managed, and documented health status care. Administer medications as per physician’s orders. Assessed and monitor wound care and dressing changes. Addressing patient and family’s concerns; problem solving. Notifying doctors of change of status; receiving orders and following through with new orders given. Creating individual plan of care to help assist patient with achieving their goal and regain independence in their everyday living situations. Supervision of LVN assigned and techs.
San Angelo State Supported Living Center—RN Case Manger (Past)
Management and monitoring individual’s health status of persons with IDD and mental health diagnoses. Identify changes and update the treatment plans. Coordinate care and behavioral analysis, to maintain optimal health status. Communicates effectively with the Interdisciplinary team, Doctors, and staff. Trains direct care staff in care of the individuals. Completes reports for health status quarterlies and annual as directed by scheduler.
River Crest Hospital—Floor Nurse/ PRN Registered Nurse (Past)
Assessment, monitors, and documents effects of patient’s psychological and medical status of a broad range of ages (pediatrics to adults). Knowledge of treatment plans, interventions, and medication for mental health/ addictive disease process. Assigns and supervisions of floor staff. Communicate skills needed to be utilized with staff and patients. Designate appropriate therapeutic holds when needed. Following policies and procedures of the Hospital guidelines.
Baptist Retirement Community—LVN /RN- Charge Nurse (Past)
Assessed, monitored, and documented on resident’s health status for acute care and long-term care status. Ensured the healthcare/treatment plan is followed. Administered and/or supervised treatments prescribed by physicians. Supervised CNAs and Medication Aides. Personally, received, or placed calls to physician when recognized of significant change in the condition of the resident and followed through with physician’s orders timely and accurately. Ordered all new medications and refills; gave initial dose of new medications and charted it timely and accurately.
Shannon Clinic—Licensed Vocational Nurse- Float Pool (Past)
Triaged patient in office and through phone calls. Take vital signs, updated medical records to be current. Administer vaccines and immunization after obtaining consent. Worked with insurance companies, pre-authorization of medication(s) or procedure(s). Assisted in scheduling appointments. Received verbal orders and directions from physician; completed as indicated.
Shannon Medical Center Hospital —LVN- Medical/ Surgical Unit (Past)
Assessed, monitored, managed, and documented health status of inpatient care; assisted in monitoring of plan of care. Administered and monitors medications given per doctor’s orders. Completed orders prescribed per physician. Followed policies and procedures per Hospital guidelines. Provided emotional support and assisted with daily needs. Supervised CNAs. Advocated for the patient in this setting. Ensured patients and their families understand discharge instructions.
Patient Safety
Critical thinking/Assessment
Decision making/Problem solving
Medication/ IV administration
Wound care
Effective communication
Leadership skills
Collaboration/ Teamwork
Compassion
Attention to detail
Patient and family education
C O N T A C T
13140 Overlook Point Drive
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Fort Worth, Texas 76177
LICENSEURE & CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Texas Nursing License
Current Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
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