Elira Fifo APRN, FNP-BC
New York,NY
Summary
Board-certified Bilingual Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience in nursing and advanced practice roles across diverse clinical settings, including college health, primary care, urgent care, and orthopedic surgery. Experienced in providing medical coverage at major events such as the New York City Marathon and as a competitive ballroom dancer and clinician, seeking to transition to sports medicine to help athletes, dancers and performing artists achieve their potential. I am dedicated to increasing diversity by promoting the role of nurse practitioners and female providers in sports medicine and providing inclusive, holistic and patient centered care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
NYU
05.2023 - Current
- Provide direct patient care to 25-20 patients per day
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Perform routine medical and sports physicals, preventative care and gynecological examinations.
- Medical management of Eating Disorders utilizing multi-disciplinary approach
- Prioritize evidence-based and holistic approaches
- Perform minor surgical procedures including incision and drainage, suturing and wound care.
- Provide patient education and counseling
- Coordinate with specialists, and facilitate referrals as needed for additional evaluation and treatment
- Use critical thinking and seek expert consultations for complex medical decision making.
- Provide education and treatment on sexual health, Gender affirming care, STI's, PReP and PEP
Nurse Practitioner Urgent Care
MedStar Health
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, ensuring comprehensive assessments and appropriate interventions.
- Performed minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting when required for urgent care patients.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay current on best practices and emerging trends in urgent care medicine.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, culturally competent care to diverse populations.
- Provided telemedicine consultations for remote or homebound patients requiring urgent medical attention but unable to travel to a clinic location.
- Promoted health education among patients, encouraging self-management skills and adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
College Health Nurse Practitioner
George Washington University - GWU
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Facilitated timely access to care for students experiencing acute illnesses or injuries by triaging walk-in patients and coordinating emergency referrals as needed.
- Collaborated with campus mental health services, ensuring seamless support for students experiencing emotional or psychological challenges.
- Supported overall health of student population through participation in campus-wide wellness initiatives such as tobacco cessation programs, mental health awareness campaigns, and fitness challenges.
- Provided compassionate care for individuals seeking reproductive healthcare services including contraception counseling, STI testing, PrEP and pregnancy support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans that addressed unique physical, emotional, and social needs of each student patient.
- Reduced spread of infectious diseases through proactive vaccination campaigns and timely treatment interventions.
Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner
Georgetown Hospital
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Responsible for gathering, completing and delivering all pre-operative requirements required for surgery. Reviewed discharge summaries and operative notes for accuracy
- Facilitated smooth discharge planning through close coordination with case managers, therapists, and family members.
- Ensured infection control compliance within the practice and quality assurance in all aspects of patient care
- assisted surgeon during examination, testing, and treatment of patients as needed.
- Reduced recovery time for patients by providing timely post-operative care and pain management.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through excellent communication, empathy, and understanding of individual needs.
- Managed complex caseloads while ensuring the highest level of care
Registered Nurse
George Washington University - GWU
07.2017 - 12.2021
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions
NICU Registered Nurse
Inova Fairfax Hospital
02.2015 - 07.2017
- Managed complex cases, addressing needs of premature infants requiring ventilator support, IV therapy, and total parenteral nutrition.
- Assisted physicians with neonatal procedures such as intubation, umbilical line insertion, and lumbar puncture.
- Promoted family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and educating them about their infant''s condition.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding in high-stress situations.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
George Washington University, The
Washington, DC05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05.2012
Skills
- Clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment
- Critical thinking decision making
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Telemedicine/Telehealth
- Multidisciplinary collaborative care
- Patient education and counseling
- Event medical coverage
- Commitment to advancing diversity in sports medicine
Certification
- ANCC National Board Certification, Expires Oct 2026 NP1045567
- NYS Registered Nurse Practitioner (NP) license and current NP registration- License # 351759
- NYS Registered Professional Nurse license and current RN registration
- Current BLS issued by American Heart Association, Expires: 04/2026
- Infection Control Certificate NYS
- Current Narcotics DEA registration certificate-MF7185437
- Fully licensed and registered as RN/NP in Washington D.C
Professional Affiliations
- Member, International Association for Dance Medicine and Science
- Sigma Theta Tau- International Honors Society of Nursing
Interests:
Sports medicine, Orthopedics, dance medicine, performing arts medicine, Nutrition, Wellness
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
NYU
05.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Urgent Care
MedStar Health
10.2022 - 05.2023
College Health Nurse Practitioner
George Washington University - GWU
08.2022 - 05.2023
Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner
Georgetown Hospital
03.2022 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse
George Washington University - GWU
07.2017 - 12.2021
NICU Registered Nurse
Inova Fairfax Hospital
02.2015 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
George Washington University, The
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Connecticut
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