Dedicated and compassionate nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience providing high-quality health care services. Committed to promoting quality, safe, and exceptional patient-centered care, focusing on evidence-based practices. Outstanding critical thinking and decision-making skills. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with excellent communication skills. Team player, detail-oriented, dependable at managing multiple priorities, and willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate with solid organizational skills, and eager to secure a leadership position.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner - Vascular Surgery
Keck Medical Center Of USC-Vascular Surgery
06.2016 - Current
Improve patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to streamline processes and improve patient care and outcomes.
Provide comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
Educate patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to promote safe and effective patient care within the organization.
Streamlined clinic operations by developing efficient workflows that reduced patient wait times and outcomes.
Train new staff members, ensuring a high standard of care and consistency across the team.
Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support the health and comfort of patients.
Perform comprehensive physical examinations order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
Perform minor surgical procedures and wound care.
Participate in hospital committees or working groups to promote quality improvement initiatives.
Family Nurse Practitioner
MedXM/Quest Diagnostics Company
12.2017 - 12.2022
Performed standardized patient health risk assessments on Medicare and Commercial populations, reviewing past medical history, current prescriptions, and any new health concerns
Worked collaboratively with administrative staff, including the scheduling department, as needed.
Educated and counseled patients and families on any conditions identified during assessment and screening procedures—primary prevention, cancer screening, and wellness visits.
Nurse Practitioner
USC-Abdominal Organ Transplant Institute
01.2016 - 06.2016
Supervised compliance with protocols and worked with the QI department for process improvement regarding the care of ESRD/kidney transplant candidates.
Supervised other personnel to ensure high-quality delivery of patient care and services.
Managed and re-evaluated kidney transplant recipients for their continued listing
Led, created, implemented, and educated staff regarding protocols to ensure timely listing of patients for Kidney Transplantation
Provided patient and staff education to improve patient care and support professional growth.
Ordered medications, diagnostic studies, and therapeutic procedures and tracked results timely.
Collaborated with the medical director to develop protocols and redefine the management of kidney transplant candidates.
Supported and participated in clinic research studies involving patients with ESRD as appropriate; worked closely with physicians as necessary to obtain data for publication.
Liaison between patients and multiple medical and surgical disciplines involved in the care of kidney transplant patients
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Healthcare Systems Leadership
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Addison, IL
12.2021
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
St. Joseph's College of Maine
Standish, ME
09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hawai'i Pacific University
Kailua, HI
Skills
Quality assurance and improvement
Research utilization
Clinical decision-making
Cultural competence
Team Leadership
Process Improvement
Effective Communication
Organizational Skills
Conflict Resolution
Teamwork and Collaboration
Time management
Critical thinking
Work Planning and Prioritization
Acute and Chronic Disease Management
Minor ambulatory procedures
EHR/Computer skills
Telehealth proficiency
Patient Care Coordination
Certification
Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner - Active
California NP License - Active
California RN License - Active
Michigan NP License - Active
Nevada NP License - Active
BLS - Current
ACLS - Current
Director of Staff Development Certification -Current
Affiliations
CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR NURSE PRACTITIONERS AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR NURSE PRACTITIONERS SIGMA THETA TAU AMERICAN NURSING INFORMATICS ASSOCIATION AMERICAN SOCIETY OF REGISTERED NURSES
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
MedXM/Quest Diagnostics Company
12.2017 - 12.2022
Nurse Practitioner - Vascular Surgery
Keck Medical Center Of USC-Vascular Surgery
06.2016 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
USC-Abdominal Organ Transplant Institute
01.2016 - 06.2016
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Healthcare Systems Leadership
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
St. Joseph's College of Maine
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hawai'i Pacific University
Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner - Active
California NP License - Active
California RN License - Active
Michigan NP License - Active
Nevada NP License - Active
BLS - Current
ACLS - Current
Director of Staff Development Certification -Current
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