Alma A. Lozano Mercado
Family Nurse Practitioner
Eagle Pass,TX
Summary
Compassionate bilingual Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 2 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. Knowledge of Athena and Kareo.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Family Nurse Practitioner
1
1
BHRT
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Santana Family Care
05.2022 - Current
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Health System
06.2017 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Supported management of concurrent review, discharge planning processes, social services, home care and other post-discharge needs.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Nursing
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2017
Associate of Arts - Art
Cochise College
Sierra Vista, AZ05.2017
Skills
- Preventive Care
- Electronic Health Records Systems
- Acute and Chronic Health Issues
- Ensuring Patients Comfort
- Interpreting Laboratory Results
- Medication Administration
- Written Communication
- Electronic Medical Record
- Physical Assessment
- Health and Wellness Education
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Health Promotion
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Medical History
- Primary Care
- Medical Charting
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Patient Assessments
- Healthcare Management
- Excellent Oral Communication
- Treatment Plan Development
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Family Education
- Geriatric Treatment
- Patient-Centered Care
- Patient Observation
- Prescribe Medication
- Compliance Reporting Expertise
- Diabetes and Nutrition Treatments
- STD Counseling
- Laceration Repair
- BHRT (pellets)
- Medical History Review
- Preparing Treatment Plans
Certification
- Certified in Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Certified in Morpheus 8 treatment
- Certified Microchanneling
- ACPLS
- ACLS
- BSL
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Santana Family Care
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Health System
06.2017 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas At Tyler
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Nursing
University of Arizona
Associate of Arts - Art
Cochise College