DAYRA I. SOTO
HACKENSACK
Summary
To work as an advanced practice nurse and contribute my skills and experience in delivering safe, cost-effective, and friendly care to patients.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
PMHNP
North Jersey Recovery Center
Fair Lawn, NJ
11.2025 - Current
- Medication management (SSRIs, SNRIs, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, MAT)
- Management of substance use disorders (opioid, alcohol, stimulant, cannabis)
- Experience with MAT (e.g., buprenorphine, naltrexone, Vivitrol)
- Co-occurring disorders (dual diagnosis management)
- Psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis of mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders
- Conducted risk assessments to identify patient safety concerns and develop safety plans
- Withdrawal assessment and management (CIWA, COWS if used)
- Coordinated care with therapists, social workers, PCPs, and addiction programs to support comprehensive patient treatment
- Educated patients on treatment options and developed relapse prevention plans to enhance recovery outcomes
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Therapro (Per Diem)
North Bergen, NJ
04.2019 - Current
- Prescribing, managing, and adjusting pain medication regimes, including opiates and adjuvant therapies, following a sound working knowledge of legislation and pharmacology
- Providing pain management services to patients with various chronic pain conditions (ex. cervical and lumbar pain due to spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease
- Utilized resources such as PT/OT and medical devices to support patients in managing pain effectively
- Treated migraines with targeted medication regimens, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction
- Conduct virtual follow-up visits for neurology patients using a telemedicine platform.
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Excelcare IM & Nephrology
Teaneck, NJ
01.2020 - 11.2025
- Perform full physical exams, diagnose, and provide treatment in a primary care setting
- Diagnose and treat patients remotely via a telemedicine platform to deliver high-quality care and a positive member experience.
- Monitored patients with Chronic Kidney Disease and Nephrolithiasis to provide targeted management and support.
- Order and review labs and diagnostic tests
- Provide health education and preventative services
- Ensured compliance with age-appropriate preventative health measures, enhancing patient health maintenance and awareness.
- Collaborate and utilize resources to improve the quality of life for patients
- Triage patients' telephone calls
- Provide medical clearance for surgeries
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement strategies that improved patient outcomes in nephrology care.
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Holy Name Medical Center
Teaneck, NJ
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Perform full physical exams, diagnose, and provide treatment in a primary care setting
- Order and review labs and diagnostic tests
- Educated patients on health management and delivered preventative services
- Ensure compliance with age-appropriate preventative health measures
- Collaborated with healthcare teams and community resources to enhance patient quality of life
- Triage patient calls to prioritize care needs and provide timely responses
- Provide medical clearance for surgeries
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Gary Schwartz, MD-PC
Hackensack, NJ
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Conducted comprehensive physical exams, diagnosed conditions, and provided tailored treatments in primary care setting
- Order and review labs and diagnostic tests
- Provide health education and preventative services
- Monitored and ensured adherence to age-appropriate preventative health measures for optimal patient outcomes
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and leveraged resources to enhance quality of life for patients
Education
Post-Grad Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Wilkes University
PA04-2025
Master of Science - Nursing, Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ08-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Felician College
Lodi, NJ05-2011
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ05-2007
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Epic, KIPU, and Last Word EMR
Certification
- ANCC Board Certification, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- AANP Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Certification
- License-NJ, NY
- BLS
CLINICAL ROTATION
- Freeway Psychiatry, North Bergen, NJ August 2023-April 2024
- Conducted psychiatric evaluations and mental status exams for adult and adolescent patients presenting with mood, anxiety, and psychiatric disorders.
- Developed individualized treatment plans including psychotherapy, medication management, and patient/family education under preceptor supervision.
- Initiated and monitored psychopharmacologic interventions while assessing side effects and adherence.
- Documented encounters in EMR using DSM-5 criteria for diagnosis.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
PMHNP
North Jersey Recovery Center
11.2025 - Current
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Excelcare IM & Nephrology
01.2020 - 11.2025
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Therapro (Per Diem)
04.2019 - Current
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Holy Name Medical Center
12.2017 - 12.2019
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Gary Schwartz, MD-PC
03.2017 - 11.2017
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Bergen Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Felician College
Master of Science - Nursing, Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Post-Grad Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Wilkes University