CARLA FRANCO
Nurse Practitioner
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Analytical, positive energy with a myriad of experience in health care, including nurse practitioner clinical precepting, clinician and owner of a primary care clinic, including wellness, cardiovascular clinical research and rural health care.
Well-versed in assessments techniques, laboratory tests and scan options for different conditions. Highly analytical, organized and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to getting ahead of conditions, managing symptoms and making patients comfortable. Positive and upbeat professional with a deep love for the field and patients.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Practitioner provider/Owner
New Mexico Family Clinic and Medi-spa
02.2009 - Current
- Provider primary care, including promotion of wellness and prevention. Medical spa provider including weight loss, rejuvenation procedures.
Faculty Member
Carrington College
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Designed and evaluated curricula, ensuring alignment with industry standards and educational best practices.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data-driven analysis to inform instructional decisions and improve academic outcomes.
- Attended and participated in regular meetings and exercised stewardship in use of college facilities and materials.
Hospice Nurse Practitioner
Hospice Compassus
08.2017 - 11.2022
- Nurse Practitioner provider to assess certification requirements met for continuation of hospice benefits for patients.
Nurse Practitioner urgent care provider
Bella Vida Urgent Care
08.2009 - 05.2014
- Provider for urgent care needs of patients across the continuum of life.
Nurse Practitioner Cardiology provider
Lovelace Sandia Health Systems, Department of Cardiology
05.2005 - 05.2007
- Provider for cardiology patients. Both in-patient and clinic patients with cardiac issues and diagnosis.
- Collaborate with cardiology team to optimize patient treatment protocols.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Educate patients on cardiovascular health and self-management strategies.
- Implement evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes in cardiology.
- Conducted research clinical trials in correlation with Pharmaceutical agencies in a myriad of cardiology specialty areas
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner Program
University of St. Francis
Albuquerque, NM05.2005
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Pheonix
Albuquerque, NM05.2002
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
New Mexico State University at Carlsbad
Carlsbad, NM05.1985
Skills
- Great communication
- Diagnostician
- Excellent listening skills
- Teaching
- Patient intake
- Treatment administration
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members, as owner of a small primary care clinic.
- Voted into Albuquerque's Top Doc's publication, most recent 2024.
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) ANCC, 2005
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 1984
INTERESTS
Classical guitar, Reading, Swimming
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Faculty Member
Carrington College
07.2023 - 07.2025
Hospice Nurse Practitioner
Hospice Compassus
08.2017 - 11.2022
Nurse Practitioner urgent care provider
Bella Vida Urgent Care
08.2009 - 05.2014
Practitioner provider/Owner
New Mexico Family Clinic and Medi-spa
02.2009 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Cardiology provider
Lovelace Sandia Health Systems, Department of Cardiology
05.2005 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Pheonix
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
New Mexico State University at Carlsbad
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner Program
University of St. Francis