Dalton Rodriguez
Franklin,Tennessee
Summary
Compassionate, detail-oriented, and knowledgeable nurse practitioner with 12+ years of experience in providing comprehensive and research-based care to adult inpatient and outpatient populations, with a primary focus in cardiology. Expert in autonomous patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning with a focus on preventative health, acute and chronic disease management, and patient education. Skilled in developing and enhancing long-term patient relationships through personable, direct, and effective communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Centennial Heart
Nashville, TN
08.2015 - Current
- Perform admission history and physical exams, cardiology consultations, daily rounds, and discharges for approximately 10 inpatients daily
- Perform clinic visits for new patients and follow-ups
- Order and interpret lab and diagnostic testing to determine a medical diagnosis and formulate a treatment plan
- Prescribe medication in conjunction with up-to-date guidelines to treat both acute and chronic medical issues, namely heart failure, hypertension, coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, and cardiac arrhythmias
- Follow up with patients via phone, e-portal, and in person to ensure treatment plan is optimized and provide additional education when needed.
Nurse Practitioner
Saint Thomas Heart
Nashville, TN
03.2014 - 08.2015
- Performed admission history and physical exams, cardiology consultations, daily rounds, and discharges for 10-15 inpatients daily
- Ordered appropriate labs and diagnostic testing to arrive at a medical diagnosis and formulate a treatment plan
- Prescribed medication in conjunction with up-to-date guidelines to treat both acute and chronic medical issues, most commonly heart failure, hypertension, coronary artery disease, valvular conditions, and arrhythmias.
Nurse Practitioner
St. Thomas Heart Cardiovascular Consultant
Nashville, TN
11.2011 - 03.2014
- Performed admissions history and physical exams, inpatient consultations, daily rounds, discharges, and post-operative follow up clinic visits for cardiac surgery patients, including bypass, valve repair/replacement, and LVAD implantation
- Pre-and post-operative patient education
- Discharge planning and coordination
- Chest tube and pacing wire removal
Registered Nurse
Saint Thomas West
Nashville, TN
11.2010 - 11.2011
- Performed comprehensive nursing care for post-left ventricular assist device, heart transplant, electrophysiology, coronary artery bypass, heart failure, and acute coronary syndrome patients on a 24- bed inpatient cardiac telemetry
- Performed nursing-directed procedures including insertion of intravenous catheters and nasogastric tubes as well as bedside assistance during medical procedures including direct current cardioversion
- Patient and family education and discharge coordination
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing
Nashville, TN08.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN12.2008
Skills
- Sound Judgment
- Clear Patient Communication
- Acute Care Expertise
- Cardiovascular Care
- Assisting Physicians
- ECG Rhythm Interpretation
- EMR Systems
Certification
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing
Center
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Centennial Heart
08.2015 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Saint Thomas Heart
03.2014 - 08.2015
Nurse Practitioner
St. Thomas Heart Cardiovascular Consultant
11.2011 - 03.2014
Registered Nurse
Saint Thomas West
11.2010 - 11.2011
Master of Science - Nursing
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Vanderbilt University