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Catherine Lopez, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC

El Paso,TX

Summary

Compassionate and results-driven Registered Nurse with eight years of oncology expertise transitioning to a Family Nurse Practitioner, with over 1,133 hours of direct patient care experience in urgent care and primary care settings. Skilled in managing acute and chronic conditions for a diverse, underserved patient population, focusing on Hispanic communities. Demonstrating proficiency in moderate to complex clinical decision-making and various procedures, including reproductive health, urgent care interventions, and chronic disease management. Adept at fostering culturally competent, patient-centered care while preparing to independently manage patient care across the lifespan as a board-certified FNP.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse

Garda World Federal Services-Fort Bliss Army Base
El Paso, USA
11.2021 - 09.2023
  • Served as a charge nurse providing clinical oversight and frontline medical care to displaced immigrant children in federally contracted emergency shelters, ensuring timely response to health needs and crisis situations.
  • Coordinated with U.S. government agencies and multidisciplinary emergency teams to manage patient transfers, evacuation procedures, and health education initiatives during disaster relief operations.
  • Supervised nursing staff, administered medications, monitored patient conditions, and led emergency preparedness drills to maintain operational readiness and compliance with public health protocols.

Oncology Certified Registered Nurse III

University Medical Center-Adult Infusion Center
El Paso, USA
02.2016 - 11.2021
  • Provide expert, compassionate care to oncology patients across the treatment continuum, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and symptom management, while ensuring compliance with NCCN and ONS guidelines.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and respond to oncologic emergencies.
  • Serving as a clinical resource, mentoring junior staff, assuming charge nurse responsibilities, and leading quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety, positive outcomes, and team performance.

Charge Nurse (Short Term Assignment)

University Medical Center-Adult Infusion Center
El Paso, USA
06.2018 - 09.2018
  • Scheduled treatments according to acuity levels and available resources.
  • Directed workflow and delegated tasks to enhance care efficiency.
  • Mentored RN I and RN II staff, fostering skill development and professional growth.

Nurse Tech ICU

University Medical Center
El Paso, USA
09.2015 - 12.2015
  • Resupplied ICU equipment to ensure operational readiness while facilitating advanced procedures for enhanced clinical outcomes
  • Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, identifying changes and coordinating appropriate responses.

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice-Family Nurse Practitioner -

Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing
Dallas, TX
05-2025

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
El Paso, TX
01.2015

Skills

  • Bilingual - English/Spanish
  • Primary Care
  • Acute Care
  • Oncology
  • Medical Assessments
  • Casting and Splinting - Orthopedic immobilization
  • Pelvic Exams/Pap Smear - Women's health screening
  • STI/HIV Screening and Counseling - Sexual health counseling
  • Incision and Drainage - Wound management
  • Suturing - Minor procedures
  • Systems - Cerner, Epic, Microsoft Office Suite
  • Clinical - Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy
  • Leadership - Charge Nurse, Preceptor
  • Central Lines
  • Triage
  • Team Building

Certification

  • BLS, 12/25
  • Oncology Certified Nurse, 03/23
  • ACLS Provider Course, 03/23
  • ONC/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certificate Course, 09/19
  • Preceptor Course, 06/17
  • Arrhythmias Course, 06/16

Projects

Implementation of Prediabetes Protocol in Three Primary Care Clinics, 2025
Doctor of Nursing Practice: Multi-state evidence-based project

  • Increased prediabetes screening by 49%, identifying 71 new prediabetes cases

Echocardiogram Tracking, 2020

  • Improved adherence and early recognition of cardiotoxic effects in infusion patients

Medication Education Initiative, 2017

  • Increased HCAHPS scores through unit-wide patient education in Oncology

Activities

  • Pebble Hills High School Booster Club Volunteer, 2015–Present
  • Vice President, Texas Nursing Student Association (TNSA), TTUHSC, 2015

Memberships

  • Eta Gamma Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse

Garda World Federal Services-Fort Bliss Army Base
11.2021 - 09.2023

Charge Nurse (Short Term Assignment)

University Medical Center-Adult Infusion Center
06.2018 - 09.2018

Oncology Certified Registered Nurse III

University Medical Center-Adult Infusion Center
02.2016 - 11.2021

Nurse Tech ICU

University Medical Center
09.2015 - 12.2015

Doctor of Nursing Practice-Family Nurse Practitioner -

Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

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