Marina Michelle Bragasin
Palmdale
Summary
Experienced Doctor Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in Dermatology, Gastroenterology, and Critical care with over 11 years in nursing. Doctorate in Nurse Practitioner obtained in December 2024, FNP-C in 2022 with specialized training in aesthetics, critical care, and gastroenterology. Currently leading clinical trials for major pharmaceutical companies, demonstrating strong skills in patient management and collaboration. Focused on delivering high-quality care and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices for dermatology, gastroenterology, and clinical trials.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
Gastro Care Institute
Lancaster
09.2022 - Current
- Provided direct patient care.
- Assess, diagnose and treat gastroenterology disease processes.
- Perform dictations and hospital rounds for Gastro Care Institute Physicians.
- Assist with diagnostic endoscopies.
- Assess patients' progress and provide early intervention to prevent worsening symptoms.
- Thoroughly educate and ensure patient understands diagnosis and medications.
- Prescribe and evaluate treatment throughout hospital stay.
- Provide supportive care and advocate for patient needs.
Registered Nurse ICU/Critical Care
Antelope Valley Hospital
Lancaster
12.2014 - Current
- Worked with an interdisciplinary team to provide optimum care to patients.
- Cared for multiple patients and trauma patients with multiple drips.
- Trained in treating critically ill patients and specific medication protocols.
- Assisted patients with bedside care and ADLs
- Assisted physicians in carrying out all treatments and day-to-day protocols.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Direct or supervise less-skilled healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit.
- Consult with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement patient care plans.
Aesthetic Nurse
Sandhu Dermatology
Palmdale
10.2014 - 08.2022
- Provided direct patient care.
- Treat patients with skin conditions such as psoriasis, dermatitis, skin cancer.
- Utilize lasers for skin treatment.
- Assist Primary Physician in MOHS, excisions, and cosmetic surgery.
- Assess patients' skin for possible skin cancer and treatment plans.
- Perform biopsies and shaves on moles that are possible skin cancer.
- Manage Surgery Center, logs, licensing, and overseeing all pertaining paperwork to maintain licensing of Surgery Center.
- Perform as circulating nurse for OR days that include plastic surgical procedures.
- Extensive training with pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-operative care in patients specific to plastic and reconstructive procedures.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive care.
- Performed diagnostic tests and interpreted results for treatment decisions.
- Managed chronic conditions through regular follow-up appointments and adjustments.
- Documented patient histories and treatment plans in electronic health records systems.
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare settings to enhance care delivery.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Conducted comprehensive skin assessments and diagnostic evaluations for diverse patients.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for dermatological conditions.
- Educated patients on skin care practices and disease prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with dermatologists to ensure optimal patient care and follow-up.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Trained new staff on clinical protocols and best practices in dermatology care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery standards.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient based on assessment findings.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings with colleagues from other specialties.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, including Mohs micrographic surgery, laser therapy and biopsy techniques.
- Instructed staff members on proper techniques for performing various dermatologic procedures.
- Educated patients on the importance of proper skin care and sun protection.
- Developed educational materials for use by patients during their visits.
- Maintained accurate medical records with detailed documentation of all clinical encounters.
- Provided patient care for a variety of dermatological conditions, such as skin cancer, psoriasis and acne.
- Conducted regular follow-up visits with patients to ensure successful outcomes from treatments.
Education
Doctorates in Nurse Practitioner -
CHATHAM UNIVERSITY
Pittsburgh, PA12.2025
MSN - FNP
UNITED STATES UNIVERSITY
San Diego, CA08.2022
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Phoenix, AZ05.2020
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
COLLEGE OF THE CANYONS
Valencia, CA05.2014
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Charge Nurse
- Critical Care
- Dermatology
- Aesthetics
- Gastroenterology
- Clinical Studies
- Patient assessment
- Evidence-based practice
- Team collaboration
- Clinical documentation
- Diagnostic interpretation
- Treatment planning
- Patient education
- Licensed RN
- Health promotion
- Skilled manager
- Foreign body removal
- Health and wellness expert
Certification
- DNP
- Registered Nurse #95040518
- Family Nurse Practitioner #95022626
- DEA
- AANP certified
- Resuscitation
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
- Phlebotomy
- Injections
Accomplishments
- Summa cum laude MSN-FNP, United States University
- Magna cum laude BSN, Grand Canyon University
Volunteer Experience
- AYSO 12UG Coach
- AYSO 10UG Coach
- AYSO Referee
Timeline
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
Gastro Care Institute
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse ICU/Critical Care
Antelope Valley Hospital
12.2014 - Current
Aesthetic Nurse
Sandhu Dermatology
10.2014 - 08.2022
Doctorates in Nurse Practitioner -
CHATHAM UNIVERSITY
MSN - FNP
UNITED STATES UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
COLLEGE OF THE CANYONS
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