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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Cossette Cabrera

Cossette Cabrera

Cape Coral ,FL

Summary

Dedicated Aesthetic Certified Nurse Practitioner with two years of experience excelling in procedural and perioperative settings. Committed to patient safety and comfort before, during and following procedures. Works with physicians in elective cosmetic procedures, including Botox injections, Dermal Fillers and minimally-invasive treatments. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical procedures and manage complex mental disorders. Accomplished in leading unit-based groups to improve delivery of care and patient satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control. Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Sub Investigator- APRN

Southwest General Healthcare Center
05.2023 - Current
    • Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
    • Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
    • Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions.
    • Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
    • Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
    • Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
    • Delivered high level of care and service to patients through email, video chat and online assessments.
    • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
    • Prepared referrals to other healthcare professionals and clinics based on evaluations, budgets and needs.
    • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to formulate and implement individual care plans.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Optum Health United Health Care
08.2022 - 09.2023
    • Responsible to perform complete interim, and episodic medical histories and physical examinations Performance of non-invasive ambulatory screening tests
    • Confirmation of existing diagnosis
    • Diagnosis of additional disorders as appropriate
    • Assessment for gaps in current medical care, using current clinical guidelines
    • Evaluation of urgent and emergent situations, with appropriate activation of the Emergency Medical system as needed
    • Referrals including but not limited to pharmacy, social work, advanced illness and programs, care management, Adult Protective services and mental health
    • Health maintenance/ health promotion and patient education.

Registered Nurse Specialist

Elder Affairs State of Florida, FL
06.2018 - 07.2022
    • Assessing client medical needs, reviewing medical records and medication management under Medicaid regulations and policies
    • Working in collaboration with nonprofit organizations and healthcare providers assessing client needs for level of care
    • Evaluatedhealthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
    • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
    • Provided direct patientcare, stabilized patients and determined next course of action

Registered Nurse, Bedside Nurse

Gulf Coast Medical Center
02.2017 - 12.2018
    • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
    • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms
    • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
    • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient
    • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust careplans
    • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Director of Nursing (RN)

Advance Care Home Health Agency
07.2017 - 05.2018
  • Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care
  • Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families
  • Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients
  • Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect
  • Evaluated work performance of nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline
  • Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Heartland Healthcare | FL
09.2011 - 07.2016
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.

Education

Master of Science: Family Nurse -

South University
Savannah, GA
03.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing- Registered

Rasmussen College
Fort Myers, FL
12.2017

Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing

Keiser University
Miami, FL
01.2011

Skills

  • Communication skills, Time management, Microsoft excel, Documentation review, Physical examinations, Leadership, Medical
  • Terminology, Acute care, Healthcare Evaluation , Diagnostic Interventions, Treatment Program Modifications, Specialized Healthcare
  • Referrals, Risk Management Strategies, Disease Prevention Education
  • Wellness Strategies, Diagnostic Test Interpretation, Preventive Care
  • Patient Coordination, Protocol Compliance

Certification

CertificatesCPR- BSL , Family Nurse Practitioner Board certified (AANP)

Additional Information

  • Awards, Phi Kappa Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau- South University 2021, Honor Society of Nursing

Affiliations

AANP- American Association of Nurse Practitioners.

The Esthetics Association Florida

American Academy of aesthetic Medicine

Sigma Theta Tau


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sub Investigator- APRN

Southwest General Healthcare Center
05.2023 - Current

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Optum Health United Health Care
08.2022 - 09.2023

Registered Nurse Specialist

Elder Affairs State of Florida, FL
06.2018 - 07.2022

Director of Nursing (RN)

Advance Care Home Health Agency
07.2017 - 05.2018

Registered Nurse, Bedside Nurse

Gulf Coast Medical Center
02.2017 - 12.2018

Licensed Practical Nurse

Heartland Healthcare | FL
09.2011 - 07.2016

Master of Science: Family Nurse -

South University

Associate of Science - Nursing- Registered

Rasmussen College

Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing

Keiser University
Cossette Cabrera