Ednah Oyaro
Davidson,NC
Summary
A doctoral prepared Family Nurse Practitioner with over 7 years of advanced practice experience in allergy, asthma, immunology, infusion therapy, and family medicine. Extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing complex allergic, immunologic, autoimmune, and immune-mediated conditions across the lifespan. Experienced in cross-functional collaboration with specialty pharmacies, Medical Science Liaisons, and pharmaceutical field teams to support access, education, and safe use of specialty therapies. Recognized for strong diagnostic reasoning, patient-centered care, clinical education, and interdisciplinary collaboration in academic, specialty, and virtual healthcare settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner | Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
NC Immunology, Allergy, and Asthma PC
04.2025 - Current
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage complex allergic and immunologic disorders including asthma, allergic rhinitis, atopic and contact dermatitis, chronic urticaria, angioedema, immunodeficiencies, and autoimmune conditions.
- Provide care through both in-person and telemedicine visits, delivering comprehensive virtual evaluations, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
- Perform and interpret skin prick, intradermal, and patch testing; biopsies; and laboratory diagnostics.
- Prescribe and manage allergen immunotherapy (SCIT/SLIT), biologic therapies, Intravenous vitamins, and immunoglobulin replacement.
- Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based care.
- Partner with specialty pharmacies, Medical Science Liaisons, and pharmaceutical field representatives to support patient access, prior authorization, product education, adverse event monitoring, and real-world clinical utilization of specialty biologics and immunoglobulin replacement therapies.
Family Nurse Practitioner | Allergy, Immunology & Infusion Therapy
Piedmont HealthCare (Onsite & Telemedicine)
12.2018 - 03.2025
- Diagnosed and treated allergic, immunologic, and chronic conditions via in-person and virtual telemedicine visits.
- Conducted comprehensive histories, physical exams, and diagnostic testing including oral food and drug challenges.
- Prescribed therapies and implemented patient-centered, evidence-based treatment plans.
- Administered biologics, IVIG, and SCIG therapies in clinic.
- Coordinated with pharmaceutical companies and field representatives in a compliant, non-promotional manner to support product education, patient assistance programs, and therapy continuity.
Infusion Nurse Specialist
CMC Infusion Center (Atrium Health)
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Administered complex infusions (biologics, immunoglobulins) for 10–15 patients daily; monitored reactions and adverse events.
- Managed vascular access (central lines, ports, IVs) and collaborated with teams for safe therapy delivery.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Home Infusion Nurse
Health Point Home Health and Infusion Services
05.2010 - 08.2017
- Delivered IVIG, SCIG, and biologics in home settings
- Trained patients on self-administration and staff on protocols.
- Coordinated with specialty pharmacies/providers and secured prior authorizations.
- Collaborated with administrative and pharmacy staff to plan refill scheduling and deliveries of medications.
- Instructed patients and caregivers in standard care, developed and revised individual plans of care and implemented physician orders.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Infusion Nurse
Baylor College of Medicine
11.2014 - 08.2016
- Administered chemotherapy, biologics, blood products, and immunoglobulin therapies for up to 10 patients a day.
- Assessed toxicity, monitored adverse reactions, and collaborated with oncology teams.
- Maintained central venous access devices with zero reported complications.
- Maintained safe and therapeutic medical environment and guided and directed members of health care team to encourage quality patient care.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
Infusion Nurse
IntraFUSION (McKesson)
06.2008 - 10.2014
- Provided outpatient infusion services including IVIG, antibiotics, chemotherapy drugs, and biologic therapies for up to 15 patients a day.
- Managed PICC lines, midlines, and Port-a-Caths.
- Coordinated prior authorizations and specialty pharmacy services.
- Maintained safe and therapeutic medical environment and guided and directed members of health care team to encourage quality patient care.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01.2024
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner)
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX01.2012
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Excelsior University
Albany, NY01.2010
Skills
- EMR/EHR: EPIC, Cerner, Allscripts, eClinicalWorks, Meditab
- Telemedicine Platforms: Doxyme, Zoom for Healthcare, Teladoc
- Productivity Tools: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
- Clinical Resources: UpToDate, PriMed, allergy testing databases
- Infusion Equipment: Alaris, Curlin, B Braun Space System, and CADD pumps
- Compliance & Reporting: HIPAA, HEDIS, MIPS, prior authorization portals
Certification
- - Family Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified (FNP-BC), ANCC
- - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
- - Multistate Registered Nurse License
- - APRN Licensure: North Carolina, Vermont, Tennessee, Washington
- - Pending APRN Licensure: Texas
Professional Development
Ongoing continuing medical education in allergy, asthma, immunology through the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI). CEU through UpToDate, ANCC, PriMed, and professional conferences.
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner | Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
NC Immunology, Allergy, and Asthma PC
04.2025 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner | Allergy, Immunology & Infusion Therapy
Piedmont HealthCare (Onsite & Telemedicine)
12.2018 - 03.2025
Infusion Nurse Specialist
CMC Infusion Center (Atrium Health)
09.2017 - 11.2018
Infusion Nurse
Baylor College of Medicine
11.2014 - 08.2016
Home Infusion Nurse
Health Point Home Health and Infusion Services
05.2010 - 08.2017
Infusion Nurse
IntraFUSION (McKesson)
06.2008 - 10.2014
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Nursing
Walden University
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner)
Walden University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Texas Tech University
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Excelsior University