JENNIFER GONZALES
2314 Caroline Park Lane, Spring, Texas 77386
(832) 633-3822
phants2@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated RN with 20+ years experience in Neonatal ICU and Neonatal Transport. Currently in school to
obtain a degree as a Nurse Educator with an interest in a position as a clinical instructor.
CREDENTIALS
Nursing Board Examination (NCLEX)
1992
High-Risk Neonatal Care Certification (NCC)
Neonatal-Pediatric Transport Certification (NCC)
1995
EXPERIENCE
Memorial Hermann – TMC
Neonatal Transport Nurse
NICU
February 2003 – present
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Stabilization and transport of critically ill preterm and term neonates via helicopter, fixed wing
and ambulance.
Attends high-risk deliveries and is responsible for the resuscitation of infants.
Supervision and instruction of the pediatric residents (including intubations and placement of
central lines).
Responsible for the direct communication with the parents and family of critically ill neonates
as well as potential parents and their families.
Staffs the NICU when necessary.
Memorial Hermann – The Woodlands
Staff Nurse
NICU
October 99 – February 2003
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Maintained a professional relationship with the interdisciplinary team members.
Collaborated and communicated with the other health care providers to ensure interventions
were consistent with the plan of care and beneficial to patient needs.
Performed patient assessments, identifying nursing diagnoses and patient care needs,
integrating information obtained into the plan of care.
Planned, prioritized and implemented the daily care needs of assigned patients, proficiently
evaluated rapidly changing and unexpected clinical situations, troubleshooting as necessary.
Delivered holistic nursing care to assigned patients, including processing and carrying out
physician’s orders, administering medications and performing treatments and procedures.
Encouraged and evaluated family education and participation. Fostered and promoted family
bonding, offered recommendations as applicable, taking into consideration cost effectiveness.
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
Nurse Clinician III
Neonatal Transport
Infant Special Care Unit
February 95 – October 99
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Stabilization and transport of critically ill preterm and term neonates via helicopter, fixed wing
and ambulance.
Attended high-risk deliveries and was responsible for the resuscitation of infants.
Supervision and instruction of the pediatric residents (including intubations and placement of
central lines).
Responsible for the direct communication with the parents and family of critically ill neonates
as well as potential parents and their families.
Staffed the ISCU when necessary.
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
Nurse Clinician III
Staff Nurse
Infant Special Care Unit
April 94 – February 95
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Acted as night charge nurse, consolidating patient assignments according to patient acuity and
staffing. Functioned as a team leader, providing direction and assistance as needed.
Preceptor to new employees and experienced personnel.
Maintained a professional relationship with the interdisciplinary team members.
Collaborated and communicated with the other health care providers to ensure interventions
2009
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were consistent with the plan of care and beneficial to patient needs.
Managed care of critically ill infants (ECMO, one-on-one infants).
Performed patient assessments, identifying nursing diagnoses and patient care needs,
integrating information obtained into the plan of care.
Planned, prioritized and implemented the daily care needs of assigned patients, proficiently
evaluated rapidly changing and unexpected clinical situations, troubleshooting as necessary.
Delivered holistic nursing care to assigned patients, including processing and carrying out
physician’s orders, administering medications and performing treatments and procedures.
Encouraged and evaluated family education and participation. Fostered and promoted family
bonding, offered recommendations as applicable, taking into consideration cost effectiveness.
Parkland Memorial Hospital – Dallas
Staff Nurse
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
December 91 – March 94
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Maintained a professional relationship with the interdisciplinary team members.
Collaborated and communicated with the other health care providers to ensure interventions
were consistent with the plan of care and beneficial to patient needs.
Provided primary care nursing for chronically ill neonates.
Performed patient assessments, identified nursing diagnoses and patient care needs, integrated
information obtained into the plan of care.
Delivered holistic nursing care to assigned patients, including processing and carrying out
physician’s orders, administering medications, performing treatments and procedures.
Encouraged and evaluated family education and participation. Fostered and promoted family
bonding, offered emotional support and comfort.
Organized and chaired Bereavement Committee for parents, reconstructed post-mortem packet.
Parkland Memorial Hospital – Dallas
Student Nurse
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
September 89 – March 91
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Assisted RNs in administering direct patient care.
Assisted with admissions, discharges and patient transfers.
Performed and documented tests such as clinitest, Chemstrip, pH, guaiac and intake and output;
notified primary nurse of results.
Assisted the health care team during examinations/procedures and/or treatments.
EDUCATION
Master’s Degree in Nursing Education (in progress) - Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
Present
Bachelor’s Degree Nursing – University of Phoenix
2005
Associate Degree Nursing – El Centro Community College, Dallas, TX
1991
OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS
NPR Instructor
2003- present
PALS Certified
2009- present
SKILLS
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Strong clinical judgment
Preceptor
High level of autonomy
Strong interpersonal skills
Compassionate professional
Neonatal Transport Nurse
Strong skills
Professional bedside manner
Calm under pressure
References on Request