Carmen Ramirez-Boyd
Middleburg,FL
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner for 14 years with a solid 11 years of experience in dermatology. Brings knowledge of the latest research and background with treatments and techniques. Provide direct medical care to patients in the medical and aesthetic dermatology setting. Experience with neurtoxins, fillers and lasers. Believes in working collaboratively as a team, to provide quality care in both medical and aesthetic dermatology.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Southside Dermatology and Laser Center
Jacksonville, Fl
10.2020 - Current
- Provide direct medical care, in collaboration with physicians, to patients of all ages and skin color, with diverse dermatological diseases along with acute and chronic conditions. Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Skin evaluations done efficiently with use of dermatoscope and obtain skin, punch and nail biopsies if needed. Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients. This includes biologics.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Educate patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Treat skin cancer patients with SRT (radiation therapy)
- Use lasers for various dermatological and cosmetic conditions such as acne, rosacea, hemangioma and port wine stains.
- Have experience with injecting neurotoxins, fillers and removing skin conditions that have become bothersome.
Nurse Practitioner
Ponte Vedra Vein Institute
Ponte Vedra, FL
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Part time provider at this practice to provide guidance and treatment for patients cosmetics needs
- Injector of Neurotoxins, Fillers including Sculptra and Bellafil throughout face only
- Also used lasers for various treatments from hair removal to radiofrequency.
Nurse Practitioner
St. Augustine Foot and Ankle
St. Augustine, Fl
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Part-time NP providing direct medical care, in collaboration with 1 physician, to patients of all ages and skin color, with diverse dermatological diseases
- Skin evaluations done efficiently with use of dermatoscope and obtain skin, punch and nail biopsies if needed
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Used Excel V laser aesthetically for skin rejuvenation, scars, lentigo removal
- Have experience with injecting neurotoxins, fillers and removing skin conditions that have become bothersome
Nurse Practitioner
Advantage Dermatology
Jacksonville, Florida
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Provide direct medical care, in collaboration with 1 physician, to patients of all ages and skin color, with diverse dermatological diseases
- Skin evaluations done efficiently with use of dermatoscope and obtain skin, punch and nail biopsies if needed
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Have experience with injecting neurotoxins, fillers and removing skin conditions that have become bothersome
Nurse Practitioner
Lloyd Dermatology Center
Boardman, Ohio
06.2012 - 04.2018
- Provide direct medical care, in collaboration with physicians, to patients of all ages and skin color, with diverse dermatological diseases.
- Skin evaluations done efficiently with use of dermatoscope and obtained skin, punch and nail biopsies if needed. Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
- Have used lasers for various dermatological conditions such as acne, rosacea, hemangioma and port wine stains along for aesthetic procedures.
- Experience with injecting neurotoxins, fillers and removing skin conditions that have become bothersome.
Nurse Practitioner
Health-ridge Medical Center
Youngstown, Ohio
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Seen variety of patients from newborn to elderly in family practice setting
- Responsible for well and sick pediatric visits, along with immunizations
- Also responsible to treat viral and chronic disease with proper maintenance of chronic diseases such as HTN, diabetes, thyroid dysfunction with collaborating team of physicians.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
- Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care
Nurse Practitioner
Robinson Memorial Hospital
Ravenna, Ohio
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Solid 3 years experience in emergency medicine
- Seen variety of patients from newborns to elderly in emergency department
- Responsible for efficient and proficient physical exams, diagnostics, diagnosis and treatment for patients with viral illness, complex lacerations, sports injuries, orthopedic injuries, applied and removed casts. Various cases which include acute abdominal pain to myocardial infarctions.
- 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
Nurse Practitioner
Youngstown Community Health Center
Youngstown, OH
07.2008 - 01.2009
- Provided medical care to all ages, both insured and uninsured patients in this family practice
- Responsible for well and sick pediatric visits along with ordering appropriate immunizations
- Along with physical exams workup diagnosis and treatment for patients with chronic and acute diseases
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results along with proper us of medications
- Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care
- Achieved expected amount of patients to be seen with utmost safety in family practice
- This practice sent us out into inner city community for health fairs and well child exams at community daycares
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Kent State University
Kent, OH05.2008
Bachelors of Science - Registered Nurse
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, Ohio 05.2000
Skills
- EMR, oral dictation,
- Appropriate diagnostic test ordering and interpretation of labs
- Proficient and efficient in various medical procedures such as, suturing of superficial or deep wounds, I&D with minimal scar, punch, shave and nail biopsies, along with ingrown nail removal Solid experience in performing many dermatologic procedures
- Experience in Neurotoxins, fillers along with various lasers, BLU light with ALA, narrow band UVB for various dermatologic disease processes
- Lasers: Pulse dye, Excel V, ATV, Picosure, Diode, Gentle Max Pro, IPL, Genius Ultra
Certification
- Florida NP License - current
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) certifying board-current
- DEA license - current
- Dermatology Nurses Association , member
- Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners, member
- Florida Association of Nurse Practitioners, member
- American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), current member, fellow
- Ohio Association of Advanced Practice Nurses (OAAPN) 2008-2018
- National Council on Laser Certification Membership 2012
- Derm-Wise training Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Southside Dermatology and Laser Center
10.2020 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Ponte Vedra Vein Institute
02.2020 - 03.2021
Nurse Practitioner
St. Augustine Foot and Ankle
02.2020 - 09.2020
Nurse Practitioner
Advantage Dermatology
06.2018 - 10.2019
Nurse Practitioner
Lloyd Dermatology Center
06.2012 - 04.2018
Nurse Practitioner
Health-ridge Medical Center
01.2012 - 05.2012
Nurse Practitioner
Robinson Memorial Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2012
Nurse Practitioner
Youngstown Community Health Center
07.2008 - 01.2009
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Kent State University
Bachelors of Science - Registered Nurse
Youngstown State University
- Florida NP License - current
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) certifying board-current
- DEA license - current
- Dermatology Nurses Association , member
- Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners, member
- Florida Association of Nurse Practitioners, member
- American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), current member, fellow
- Ohio Association of Advanced Practice Nurses (OAAPN) 2008-2018
- National Council on Laser Certification Membership 2012
- Derm-Wise training Certification
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