Delfina Yvette Ortega R.N.-C.,F.N.P.,M.S.N.
Los Indios,TX
Summary
Hardworking medical professional able to conduct physical examinations, order and interpret labs and prescribe appropriate treatments or medications to treat chronic and acute conditions. Knowledgeable about educating patients on treatments and disease prevention. Proficient with Practice Suite Electronic Medical Record. Experienced Family Nurse Practitioner licensed in the state of Texas and board-certified by American Nursing Credentialing Center . Adept at diagnosing and treating issues such as OB/GYN, Well Child and Male and Female STD exams. Seeking to bring 25+ years of related experience to a challenging new role.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
US Customs And Border Protection Via Loyal Source
07.2019 - Current
- Examined wounds and treated lacerations with bandaging and topical medications.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals, and high-risk management strategies.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and minimal gynecological examinations.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for pediatric patients. and thoroughly discussed high-risk cases with on-call physicians.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals in medical records. and recorded health and comfort of all patients.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered treatment.
- Assessed, evaluated and cared for pediatric patients.
- Reviewed medical histories and current complaints.
- Discussed preventive measures to improve health and avert further medical issues.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions, including Diabetes, Hypertension, and Thyroid conditions.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for pediatric patients and attained key case information.
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications through the American Heart Association.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Cameron County Public Health Department
06.1996 - 06.2019
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Worked in women’s health services, including providing contraception, counseling on reproductive issues and assisting with family planning needs.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals and gynecological examinations.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Accurately noted patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications to patients and family members.
- Cared for 40+ OB/GYN, Well child, and STD patients per clinic.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Served as lead health care provider and clinical coordinator for 1900+-patient family clinics.
- Coordinated care for patients with positive TB testing.
- Certified in Nexplanon insertion and removal
- IUD insertion and removal
- BLS certified through American Heart Association
Family Nurse Practitioner
Harris County Health Department
05.1994 - 05.1996
- Worked in women’s health services, including providing contraception, counseling on reproductive issues and assisting with family planning needs.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals and gynecological examinations.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Cared for 25+ obstetrics and gynecological patients per shift.
- Created individualized and customized care plans for each patient with the help of the healthcare team.
- Coordinated care for 15+ TB clinic patients 2 x week
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Accurately noted patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
Registered Nurse
Clear Lake Medical Center
01.1991 - 04.1994
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Oversaw work of nursing student technicians and externs to educate on proper procedures and how to prioritize care tasks.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Led successful 20+-person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Pan American University
Edinburg, TX1986
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston
Galveston, TX1992
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston
Galveston, TX1994
Skills
- Diagnostic screenings
- Ordering labs
- Preventative care
- Treatment planning
- Lab result evaluation
- Electronic medical records
- Clinic work
- Excellent oral communication
- Written communication
- Maternity, Family Planning, Well child experience
- Preparing treatment plans
- Women's health exams
- BLS certified
- Diagnosis and treatment of childhood illnesses
- Family planning counselor
- Diabetes and nutrition treatments
- Neonatal and maternity care
Additional Information
References:
Martha Garcia RN, FNP-BC
956-245-2790
email: C3podr@yahoo.com
Michael Reyes, Assistant Port Director
US Customs and Border Protection
956-459-0110
Dr. Eduardo Robles
956-343-8480
email: eduarobles1@hotmail.com
Susan Boone, RN, CNM
956-423-4030
956-455-7027
email: babycatcher13@hotmail.com
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
US Customs And Border Protection Via Loyal Source
07.2019 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Cameron County Public Health Department
06.1996 - 06.2019
Family Nurse Practitioner
Harris County Health Department
05.1994 - 05.1996
Registered Nurse
Clear Lake Medical Center
01.1991 - 04.1994
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Pan American University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston
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