Ashleigh S. Chavez
Houston,TX
Summary
Seeking a teaching position in the health technology field to assist the next generation of healthcare professionals to obtain the necessary knowledge, skills and drive to take care of an aging U.S. population. Provide evidenced-based education and skills practicum to exceed education-based objectives of the health technology curriculum. Heath education and public awareness can empower individuals to take an active role in selfcare, producing better health outcomes for themselves and the community around them. Good professional working relationships with colleagues and excellent communication skills. Excellent with structuring individualized education plans to accommodate distinct learning styles.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C)
UnitedHealthcare – Optum HouseCalls, Statewide Traveler
01.2019 - Current
- Provide in-home wellness assessments to 24+ members per week enrolled in specified UnitedHealthcare Plans.
- Education regarding chronic disease states and management.
- Medication review and education.
- Documentation of past medical history, review of systems and head to toe physical exam.
- Communication with members’ primary care providers regarding acute findings or need for follow up regarding chronic disease management.
Infusion Nurse/Triage Nurse (RN)
Texas Oncology, Webster
Webster, Texas
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Float position Organizes and prioritizes work as member of patient care team to include administration of chemotherapy, biotherapy, and support medications.
- Collaborates with physicians, patients and families to provide comprehensive care.
- Assures continuity of care as patients transition across continuum of cancer treatment.
- Travel between infusion centers and clinic triage at Texas Oncology locations in Bay Area region based on facility needs.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C)
Ruan Medical Group, The Texas Center for Lifestyle Medicine
Houston, TX
06.2017 - 08.2017
- FNP-C) Assessment and treatment planning of patients with complex medical diagnoses.
- Utilization of advanced lab studies and GI mapping to find root cause of presenting symptoms.
- Provided supplement recommendations for micro-nutrient deficiencies based on lab testing.
- Education for patients and their families regarding treatment plan, goal setting, health promotion and disease prevention.
- Explanation of brief employment: Newly opened clinic. Employer was unable to provide full time hours. Resigned to find position at full time capacity.
Infusion Nurse (RN) - Per Diem
Methodist Hospital Willowbrook
Houston, TX
04.2016 - 05.2017
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C)
Medical Colleagues Of Texas
Katy, TX
08.2015 - 05.2017
- FNP-C) (Contract employee through Partners in Wellness, NP Health Solutions, PLLC) Provided assessment and education for adolescents and adults with newly diagnosed or poorly managed type 2 diabetes.
- Implemented individualized lifestyle modification plans including dietary teaching, food journaling and medication management to promote weight control, improve blood glucose and reduce risk for acute and chronic disease-related complications.
- Performed focused assessments and ordered appropriate lab tests and imaging for same-day sick visits based on patients' presenting symptoms.
- Referred out to local facilities/providers for patients needing imaging, specialty consults or emergency care.
- Provided wellness and sports physicals for patients 13 years and older.
- Age appropriate physical examination, age based recommended diagnostic screenings, referrals and immunizations.
- Took part in community-based activities, including Walk-With-A-Doc and Katy Color Run, to support local community health promotion and health education efforts.
- Collaborating physician: Dr. Cheng Ruan, board certified in internal medicine.
Infusion Nurse (RN) -
UCSF Cancer Center
San Francisco, CA
05.2015 - 07.2015
- 13-week travel assignment.
Radiation Oncology Nurse (RN) - Weekend Coverage
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
01.2014 - 04.2015
Clinic Nurse (RN) - Radiation Oncology
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
10.2013 - 01.2014
- Radiation Oncology, Proton Therapy Center.
- 13-week travel assignment.
Infusion Nurse (RN)
UCSF Cancer Center
San Francisco, CA
07.2013 - 10.2013
- 13-week travel assignment.
Nurse Coordinator (RN) - GI Medical Oncology
Stanford Cancer Center
Palo Alto, CA
04.2013 - 07.2013
- 13-week travel assignment.
Infusion Nurse (RN) - GI, Sarcoma, Melanoma
Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY
11.2012 - 04.2013
- 20-week travel assignment.
Infusion Nurse (RN)
GI, NYU Langone Cancer Institute
New York, NY
09.2012 - 11.2012
- 8-week travel assignment.
Clinic Nurse (RN)
St. Luke’s Cancer Center, Kirby Glen
Houston, TX
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Hematology/Oncology
- 13-week travel assignment.
Infusion Nurse (RN)
Parkland Hospital
Dallas, TX
03.2012 - 06.2012
- Hematology/Oncology/Neurology/Rheumatology
- 13-week travel assignment.
Infusion Nurse - Ambulatory Treatment Center
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
11.2009 - 01.2012
Infusion Nurse (RN)
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
11.2009 - 01.2012
Biopatch Clinical Specialist (Nurse Educator)
Johnson & Johnson Wound Management - Ethicon, Inc.
03.2009 - 11.2009
Infusion Nurse
Kelsey-Seybold Spring Medical and Diagnostic Center
Houston, TX
01.2008 - 08.2009
Radiation Oncology Nurse
Mayo Clinic Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
09.2007 - 12.2007
- 13-week travel assignment.
Research Nurse - Department of Lymphoma
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
12.2006 - 08.2007
Clinical Nurse
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
11.2004 - 12.2006
- G9 East, Lymphoma/Myeloma inpatient unit.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner Track
University of Texas Health Science Center Houston, School of Nursing
Houston, TX12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Austin, School of Nursing
Austin, TX05.2004
Skills
- Health Education
- Preventative Health Strategies
- Patient Assessments
- Patient care coordination
- Chronic disease management
- Patient and family advocacy
- Training And Education
- Industry Knowledge
Accomplishments
PUBLICATION
- “Identification of Cancer Patients at Risk for Venous Thromboembolism” – Ashleigh Chavez, RN, BSN, The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center – poster/abstract presented at Summer Institute on Evidence-Based Practice-2006
Certification
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Training
- Registered Nurse Certification (RN) , Texas Board of Nurse Examiners)- 2004-present
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP-C), American Association of Nurse Practitioners) - 2015-present
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C)
UnitedHealthcare – Optum HouseCalls, Statewide Traveler
01.2019 - Current
Infusion Nurse/Triage Nurse (RN)
Texas Oncology, Webster
10.2017 - 01.2019
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C)
Ruan Medical Group, The Texas Center for Lifestyle Medicine
06.2017 - 08.2017
Infusion Nurse (RN) - Per Diem
Methodist Hospital Willowbrook
04.2016 - 05.2017
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C)
Medical Colleagues Of Texas
08.2015 - 05.2017
Infusion Nurse (RN) -
UCSF Cancer Center
05.2015 - 07.2015
Radiation Oncology Nurse (RN) - Weekend Coverage
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
01.2014 - 04.2015
Clinic Nurse (RN) - Radiation Oncology
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
10.2013 - 01.2014
Infusion Nurse (RN)
UCSF Cancer Center
07.2013 - 10.2013
Nurse Coordinator (RN) - GI Medical Oncology
Stanford Cancer Center
04.2013 - 07.2013
Infusion Nurse (RN) - GI, Sarcoma, Melanoma
Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
11.2012 - 04.2013
Infusion Nurse (RN)
GI, NYU Langone Cancer Institute
09.2012 - 11.2012
Clinic Nurse (RN)
St. Luke’s Cancer Center, Kirby Glen
06.2012 - 09.2012
Infusion Nurse (RN)
Parkland Hospital
03.2012 - 06.2012
Infusion Nurse - Ambulatory Treatment Center
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
11.2009 - 01.2012
Infusion Nurse (RN)
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
11.2009 - 01.2012
Biopatch Clinical Specialist (Nurse Educator)
Johnson & Johnson Wound Management - Ethicon, Inc.
03.2009 - 11.2009
Infusion Nurse
Kelsey-Seybold Spring Medical and Diagnostic Center
01.2008 - 08.2009
Radiation Oncology Nurse
Mayo Clinic Hospital
09.2007 - 12.2007
Research Nurse - Department of Lymphoma
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
12.2006 - 08.2007
Clinical Nurse
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
11.2004 - 12.2006
Master of Science - Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner Track
University of Texas Health Science Center Houston, School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Austin, School of Nursing
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