BETH TRUONG
Brentwood
Summary
Dedicated nurse practitioner with a robust background in family medicine and urgent care, adept at managing diverse patient populations with acute and chronic conditions. Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in diagnosis and treatment, leveraging critical thinking and patient care skills to provide high-quality healthcare. Fosters trusting relationships with patients and colleagues, contributing to a collaborative and supportive healthcare environment. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering compassionate care tailored to individual patient needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner (Urgent Care)
Carbon Health Urgent Care
Antioch, CA
05.2023 - 04.2026
- Achieved improved patient outcomes through collaborative care initiatives. Enhanced diagnostic accuracy by implementing thorough physical examination protocols. Increased treatment efficiency within urgent care settings through strategic care planning.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of basic X-ray lab results and EKGs to ensure precise patient assessments.
- Achieved successful patient outcomes by performing digital blocks and local anesthesia. Delivered quality care through minor surgical procedures, including wound closure and foreign body removal. Enhanced procedural efficiency with effective management of incision and drainage techniques.
- Assessed patient needs and tailored orthopedic appliances, including braces and splints, for optimal comfort and functionality.
- Coordinated and prioritized daily responsibilities, focusing on patient callbacks and lab results while on duty.
- Managed operational oversight and facilitated training sessions for advanced practice clinicians, fostering professional development and clinical excellence.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient interactions and treatment progress efficiently.
- Provided telemedicine consultations for remote or homebound patients requiring urgent medical attention but unable to travel to a clinic location.
- Administered workplace health services, encompassing DOT physicals and management of worker's compensation cases.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Served as a preceptor for new Family Nurse Practitioners entering the field of urgent care medicine, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate smooth transitions into practice.
Family Nurse Practitioner (Retail Clinic/Step-Down Urgent Care)
CVS MinuteClinic
Walnut Creek, CA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Ran the clinic as a solo provider who assumes responsibility for checking in patients, obtaining vitals and health history, auditing and maintaining clinic inventory, ordering supplies as needed, troubleshooting IT-related issues, and other opening/closing operational tasks
- Provided age and culturally appropriate care to patients aged 18 months and above
- Consulted and coordinated with health care team members such as on-call supervising physicians to provide exceptional and individualized care to patients
- Diagnosed and treated patients based on their history of present illness, review of systems, physical exams, and lab results
- Cared for patients with minor illnesses/injuries and who are needing sports/work/DOT physicals, vaccinations, TB testing, cerumen removal, wound care, and basic wellness screening
- Provided personalized education to advocate for patients’ health
- Attended weekly huddles to ensure up-to-date clinical knowledge and evidence-based practice
Postpartum/Level II NICU RN
San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon, CA
03.2018 - 10.2022
- Provided essential support and monitoring for infants during the transition to extra-uterine life.
- Engaged with multidisciplinary health care teams to ensure thorough assessment, implementation, and evaluation of patient care strategies.
- Performed detailed nutritional evaluations and coordinated specialized feeding regimens for optimal health.
- Achieved improved patient outcomes through effective administration of intravenous therapy. Enhanced efficiency of blood draw processes, contributing to timely patient care. Fostered a supportive environment for patients during treatment procedures.
- Conducted regular assessments and modifications of incubators, high-flow oxygen, and CPAP machines to maintain safety and efficacy in neonatal care.
- Delivered comprehensive lactation education and resources to support post-partum mothers in their breastfeeding journey.
RN II, Postpartum/Nursery RN
Sutter Eden Medical Center
Castro Valley, CA
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Attended both low and high-risk deliveries
- Assisted and provided care for newborns requiring Hi-Flow NC, CPAP, UVC lines, etc
- Collected all lab specimens for newborns (PKU, CBC, BMP, VBG, etc.)
- Demonstrated medical-surgical skills by floating to the post-partum unit to provide couplet care
- Performed initial and ongoing assessments and formulated therapeutic nursing interventions based on individualized nursing diagnosis and evaluated patient outcomes
RN II, Primary Nursery Acute Nurse
St. Rose Hospital
Hayward, CA
06.2014 - 02.2016
- Attended both low and high-risk deliveries
- Demonstrated knowledge of legal issues, patient confidentiality, rights, and advocacy
- Documented patient assessment findings, physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention, and patient outcomes
- Exhibited flexibility of nursing knowledge and skills by also caring for post-partum mothers in LDRP setting
- Provided teaching tools and hands-on education on lactation and proper breast latch to post-partum mothers
- Actively participated in unit/department improvement and development training
RN II, Circulator/Scrub Nurse (Vascular Surgery)
Bay Area Surgical Specialists
Walnut Creek, CA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Prepared and handed sterile instruments to surgeons during surgical procedures, such as angiograms and fistulograms with atherectomy, angioplasty, and/or stent placement
- Ensured that sterile fields remain as sterile as possible
- Ensured proper equipment/instruments are used for a specified procedure
- Monitored patient’s response to medical and surgical interventions
- Skilled in using special types of equipment such as Medrad Injector, OEC 990 Elite by GE, Spectranetics Laser Atherectomy Device, CSI Stealth Orbital Atherectomy Device, BARD PV Crosser Catheter, Boston Scientific, Rotablator Rotational Atherectomy System, AngioJet Thrombectomy System, EV3 Re-Entry Device, Guidewires, Sheaths, Support Catheters, Cutting Balloons, Stents (renal/biliary/self-expanding/balloon-expanding/covered stents)
RN II, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Departments
St. Rose Hospital
Hayward, CA
02.2012 - 10.2012
- Conducted individualized, ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition, the facility’s policies, procedures, and protocols
- Implemented therapeutic nursing interventions based on an established individualized plan of care for the patient and family
- Collaboratively worked with other members of the healthcare team
- Documented patient assessment findings, physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention and progress towards problem resolution
- Educated patient and family on health promotion and disease prevention related to patient’s present health condition
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
United States University
San Diego, CA10-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri
St. Louis08-2010
High School Diploma - Highest Honor
Roberto Clemente High School
Chicago, Illinois06-2006
Skills
- Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses
- Occupational/Workplace Health
- Infection control measures
- Collaborative teamwork
- Compassionate patient care
- Immunization administration
- Orthopedic and wound care management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- BLS, DOT, DEA, and ANCC certified
- Experience with electronic health record systems
- Typing speed: 90wpm
Certification
- California FNP/NPF license (#950220215), Exp: 03/28
- California RN license (#785032), Exp: 03/28
- American Heart Association CPR (BLS), Exp: 02/28
- DEA Registration #MT7366544, Exp: 11/27
- FMCSA/DOT Certification, Exp: 08/32
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner (Urgent Care)
Carbon Health Urgent Care
05.2023 - 04.2026
Family Nurse Practitioner (Retail Clinic/Step-Down Urgent Care)
CVS MinuteClinic
08.2022 - 05.2023
Postpartum/Level II NICU RN
San Ramon Regional Medical Center
03.2018 - 10.2022
RN II, Postpartum/Nursery RN
Sutter Eden Medical Center
02.2016 - 03.2018
RN II, Primary Nursery Acute Nurse
St. Rose Hospital
06.2014 - 02.2016
RN II, Circulator/Scrub Nurse (Vascular Surgery)
Bay Area Surgical Specialists
01.2013 - 01.2014
RN II, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Departments
St. Rose Hospital
02.2012 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri
High School Diploma - Highest Honor
Roberto Clemente High School
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
United States University