Edgar Pena Molina
Miami,FL
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a background as a Registered Nurse and internationally trained medical graduate. Currently pursuing a Master's in Advanced Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Over a decade of experience in inpatient, outpatient, surgical, post-surgical, and behavioral health care. Seeking work in an environment that provides learning opportunities while enhancing the hospital brand. Passionate about bridging behavioral health through holistic, patient-centered care. Skilled in medication management and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve mental health outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Revitalize Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Responsible for post-anesthesia patient care and recovery monitoring
- Administered medications and ensured patient stabilization after surgical procedures
- Coordinated care with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nursing teams
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 4 patients on average in the post-operative recovery room.
First Surgical Assistant
Restore Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: Gender-Affirming Surgery Center
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures
- Monitored patient vitals and responded to intraoperative complications
- Educated patients and families on post-surgical care and recovery expectations
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced medical environment
- Assisted with patient assessments, treatment planning, and follow-up care
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Hospitalist
Hospital Valle Del Lili
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed acute and chronic conditions in a high-volume hospital setting
- Conducted medical evaluations and coordinated patient treatments
- Worked alongside multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes
- Handled as many as 20 patients daily, inpatients for different specialties
Hospitalist
Clinica del Country
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Provided inpatient care for a diverse patient population
- Diagnosed and treated a variety of medical conditions in a hospital setting
- Educated patients and families on disease management and prevention
- Handled as many as 15 patients daily, transitioning care between departments and outside physicians.
Education
Master of Science - Advanced Nursing – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
St. Thomas University
Miami, FL02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Thomas University
Miami, FL01.2023
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Ideal Professional Institute
Miami, FL01.2021
M.D. - Medicine
Universidad Nacional De Colombia
Bogota, Colombia07.2010
Skills
- Crisis Prevention
- Psychiatric Assessment & Diagnosis
- Medication Management & Psychopharmacology
- Developing and Implementing Nursing Care Plans
- Administering Medications and Treatments
- Patient-Centered Care
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Experience in Surgical & Post-Surgical Patient Care
- Holistic Healthcare Approach
Accomplishments
- Successfully transitioned from an internationally trained medical doctor to a skilled Registered Nurse, integrating both medical and nursing expertise to enhance patient care.
- Provided high-quality post-surgical care in PACU settings, ensuring safe patient recovery and optimizing surgical outcomes.
- Assisted in complex gender-affirming surgeries, enhancing patient outcomes through precision and dedicated perioperative care.
- Managed high-acuity patients as a hospitalist in leading healthcare institutions, contributing to improved patient survival rates and recovery.
- Spearheaded interdisciplinary collaborations that improved treatment protocols and patient safety.
- Delivered educational sessions to patients and families, promoting disease prevention and management.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability by excelling in multiple healthcare environments, including surgical, post-surgical, psychiatric, and general medical settings.
Certification
- RN License, RN9628107, Unencumbered, 04/20/23
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) License, Florida Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Certification, Pending
- Surgical First Assistant-Certified (CSFA) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
Clinical Rotations And Training
- Psychiatric Management I-IV, St. Thomas University - Pending
- Psychopathology & Psychopharmacology Training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
PAST CERTIFICATIONS
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification (Expired)
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Certification (Expired)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Revitalize Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
First Surgical Assistant
Restore Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
Hospitalist
Hospital Valle Del Lili
01.2014 - 01.2017
Hospitalist
Clinica del Country
01.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Thomas University
- RN License, RN9628107, Unencumbered, 04/20/23
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) License, Florida Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Certification, Pending
- Surgical First Assistant-Certified (CSFA) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
Master of Science - Advanced Nursing – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
St. Thomas University
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Ideal Professional Institute
M.D. - Medicine
Universidad Nacional De Colombia
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