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ALBA LUCIA QUIROZ LOPEZ

Winter Garden,FL

Summary

Bilingual Family Nurse Practitioner with experience and advanced skills in the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid, hormonal and metabolic health. Proficient in creating individualized treatment plans, adjusting therapies using clinical data, and educating patients to improve self-management and overall outcomes. Committed to patient-centered, evidence-based care with a focus on prevention, education, and collaboration across the healthcare team. Fluent in English and Spanish, dedicated to delivering culturally competent and compassionate care.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Family Nurse Practitioner – Endocrinology

My Endocrinologist
09.2023 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations for patients with a wide range of endocrine disorders, ensuring accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment planning.
  • Manage chronic conditions including diabetes, hypothyroidism, and adrenal insufficiency using evidence-based protocols and clinical data analysis.
  • Interpret continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and laboratory results to optimize therapy and enhance patient outcomes.
  • Provide patient and family education on disease management, lifestyle modification, and medication adherence to support long-term health.

Staff Nurse – Home Health

Cleveland Clinic Visiting Nurses
03.2021 - 07.2023
  • Delivered in-home nursing care focusing on chronic disease management, post-acute recovery, and prevention strategies.
  • Monitored patient progress, performed wound care, and administered medications to promote healing and reduce hospital readmissions.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on safe medication use, symptom monitoring, and preventive health practices.

Ambulatory Registered Nurse – Outpatient Primary Care & Endocrinology

Colony Springs Medical Center
08.2014 - 02.2021
  • Provided outpatient nursing services including health assessments, immunizations, wound care, and medication administration.
  • Assisted with minor procedures, diagnostic testing, and chronic disease follow-up.
  • Coordinated care by scheduling follow-ups, facilitating specialist referrals, and ensuring smooth communication between providers and patients.
  • Delivered patient education on prevention, treatment adherence, and lifestyle adjustments to improve quality of life.

Home Health Nurse – PRN

A&B Home Health / Abby Home Health
11.2018 - 02.2020
  • Managed care for patients with chronic illnesses in their homes, ensuring treatment adherence and early detection of complications.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to adjust care plans as needed.

Hospice Telephone Triage Registered Nurse

Heartland Hospice
12.2018 - 10.2019
  • Served as primary contact for patients and caregivers, providing timely symptom assessment, medication adjustments, and urgent intervention coordination.
  • Arranged in-home visits, ordered necessary equipment and medications, and maintained communication with the interdisciplinary hospice team.
  • Offered emotional support and guidance to patients and families during end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and comfort.

Staff Nurse

Clinica Los Rosales
02.2006 - 08.2012
  • Delivered acute and chronic care in a multidisciplinary clinic setting, supporting a wide range of medical specialties.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention, treatment adherence, and wellness promotion.

Education

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner

Walden University
02.2023

Specialist in Sexual Education - undefined

Universidad de Caldas
04.1996

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined

Universidad de Caldas
06.1994

Skills

  • Endocrine assessment & management
  • Diabetes education & therapy adjustment
  • Thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary disorder care
  • Hormonal health & metabolic syndrome
  • Patient & family education
  • Preventive care & health promotion
  • Interdisciplinary teamwork
  • Weight lost management
  • EHR documentation & workflow optimization

Affiliations

  • American Nurses Association (ANA) – Member since 2015
  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) – Member since 2020

Certification

  • Family Nurse Practitioner (AANP-C) – Jul 2023 -Present
  • Registered Nurse, Florida Board of Nursing (RN9379118) – 2014–Present

LANGUAGES

English – Fluent
Spanish – Native

Timeline

Family Nurse Practitioner – Endocrinology

My Endocrinologist
09.2023 - Current

Staff Nurse – Home Health

Cleveland Clinic Visiting Nurses
03.2021 - 07.2023

Hospice Telephone Triage Registered Nurse

Heartland Hospice
12.2018 - 10.2019

Home Health Nurse – PRN

A&B Home Health / Abby Home Health
11.2018 - 02.2020

Ambulatory Registered Nurse – Outpatient Primary Care & Endocrinology

Colony Springs Medical Center
08.2014 - 02.2021

Staff Nurse

Clinica Los Rosales
02.2006 - 08.2012

Specialist in Sexual Education - undefined

Universidad de Caldas

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined

Universidad de Caldas

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner

Walden University

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