ERENDIDA CANO FNP-BC
Reseda
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Nurse Practitioner with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care and fostering open lines of communication with both patients and the healthcare team. Years of nursing experience, calm and understanding demeanor enable effective evaluation, research, and treatment of various medical conditions through thorough physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills for informed judgments in complex situations. Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner deeply committed to building strong relationships with patients and their families, acting as their advocate for the best possible outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
University of California, Los Angeles
10.2022 - Current
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Assisted in the treatment regimen of study specific treatments.
- Observe signs and symptoms of illness, reactions to treatment, general behavior and physical condition and determine if there are abnormal findings.
- Conduct appropriate referral as needed.
- Provide and coordinate the care of patients in studies, provide patient education, promote safe continuity of care and treatment as warranted.
- Reviewed study protocols regularly for compliance with federal regulations, institutional policies, and good clinical practice guidelines.
- Assisted in obtaining informed consent from patients, ensuring ethical and legal compliance throughout the study.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, contributing to accurate data analysis and interpretation of study results.
- Managed complex patient care situations in the clinical trial setting by applying critical thinking skills and evidence-based practices.
- Provided mental health support by assessing emotional well-being, offering counseling services, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
- Conducted research on latest treatment protocols to ensure evidence-based practice in all patient interactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive care and referrals.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
University of California, Los Angeles
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Highly flexible role floating to UCLA healthcare centers to provide coverage as needed.
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs.
- Increased efficiency in the float pool by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time across multiple units.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients, leading to improved health outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Interventional Pain Management
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Implemented timely interventions to minimize acute and postoperative pain, promoting faster recovery times for patients undergoing surgery.
- Enhanced patient comfort by effectively assessing and managing pain through individualized care plans.
- Conducted research on emerging therapies for pain management, contributing to organizational knowledge and clinical practice improvements.
- Reduced opioid dependency by utilizing non-pharmacological interventions and alternative therapies for pain management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive pain management strategies for patients with chronic conditions.
- Assisted physicians in conducting nerve blocks and other invasive procedures for pain management, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists such as physical therapists or psychologists when necessary for comprehensive patient care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care in a trauma hospital.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Increased patient safety by promptly identifying and addressing potential risks or complications during their stay in the emergency room.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by implementing efficient workflow processes and resource allocation strategies.
- Partnered with physicians on developing individualized treatment plans that prioritized each patient''s unique needs.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Northeast Valley Health Corporation
11.2018 - 02.2020
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LVNs, and ancillary staff.
- Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Performed clinical nursing duties including Triage (walk-ins and telephone), medication administration directly or through supervision of staff (LVN/MA), manage health center medication dispensary, nurse visits (TB screenings, blood pressure check, dressing changes, wound care etc.), actively involved in the floor providing direct patient care as needed.
- Championed continuous learning opportunities for the nursing team by organizing workshops, guest lectures, or other educational events on relevant topics.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles Medical Center
11.2015 - 11.2019
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests, and procedures in the Department of Dermatology
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care
- Ensured a safe-sterile environment while assisting physicians in surgical procedures.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently assisting with MOHS surgery procedures and post-operative care.
- Enhanced surgical team efficiency by preparing instruments and equipment for MOHS surgeries.
- Assisted physicians in Botox, PDL, and Sculptra for lipoatrophy on HIV patients
- Assisted in the coordination of the Pediatric Vascular Birthmark Clinic with Interventional Radiology Department.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
University of California, Los Angeles
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Participated in site monitoring visits, addressing any concerns or discrepancies related to patient enrollment or data collection procedures.
- Monitored safety events during clinical trials by promptly reporting adverse events and implementing corrective action plans as needed.
- Educated patients regarding all facets of clinical study participation.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate care coordination during their participation in clinical studies.
- Improved patient retention rates in longitudinal studies by establishing rapport with participants and maintaining regular follow-up communication throughout trial duration.
- Enhanced patient recruitment by developing targeted outreach strategies and materials for clinical trials.
- Managed updates and input for patient information database.
- Ensured compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations during human subjects'' recruitment process.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of data integrity and reliability.
- Managed laboratory inventory, ensuring availability of necessary supplies for smooth project execution.
- Streamlined laboratory processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs during study visits, ensuring prompt intervention as needed based on established criteria.
- Managed complex patient care situations in the clinical trial setting by applying critical thinking skills and evidence-based practices.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA12.2021
Bachelor of Science, Nursing - Nursing
West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA04.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Casa Loma College
Van Nuys, CA01.2013
Skills
- 10 years in patient care and customer service
- Clinical Research Clinician
- Addiction Medicine
- Infectious Diseases
- Health Promotion
- Patient Education
- Preventive Healthcare
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Medical History Review
- Compassionate Care
- Diagnostic Testing
- Medication Administration
- Outpatient Care
Certification
- Nurse Practitioner License-95022143
- Registered Nurse License- -95170291
- ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification-2022003237
- NPI-1265158448
- DEA-MC7684031
- DEA-XC7684031
- ACLS
- BLS
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Research
· ACCTTION Multi-Site Observational Study-Further refine the NIDA PhABPhenotype Battery with specific attention paid to sub-typing participant characteristics in order to create better treatments for substance users in the future. The goal is for this battery to be efficiently embedded into future clinical trials.
· CTN 0109 CURB2 Multi-Site Phase IIB Investigational Product: Randomized, Placebo Controlled Trial of Extended-Release of Naltrexone and Monthly Extended-Release Buprenorphine for Cocaine Use Disorder.
· CTN 0110 MURB Multi-Site Phase IIB Investigational Product: Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Monthly Injectable Buprenorphinefor Methamphetamine Use Disorder.
· CTN-0048 CURB Phase III Investigational Product: Cocaine Use Reduction with Buprenorphine
· CTN-0053 ACCENT Phase III Investigational Product- Achieving Cannabis Cessation-Evaluating N-AcetylcysteineTreatment
· CTN-0054 ADAPT Accelerated Development of Additive Pharmacotherapy Treatment for Methamphetamine Use Disorder. A 2-stage, 3-site study investigating the safety and effectiveness of depot naltrexone(XR-NTX; as Vivitrol®) plus extended-release bupropion(BRP; as Wellbutrin XL®) for methamphetamine use disorder.
· IMSTI- Behavioral Treatment, Contingency Management Study: Impact of Methamphetamine Use and Rectal STIs on Systemic and Rectal MucosalInflammation.
· NIDA/VA CSP-1036-Naltrexone-Bupropion Study: Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multi-Site Trial of Extended-Release Naltrexone Injection/Bupropion XL Tablets in the Treatment of Methamphetamine Use Disorder
· Purpose 2 Phase III Investigational Product: A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Multicenter, Randomized Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Subcutaneous Twice Yearly Long-Acting Lenacapavir for HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis in Cisgender Men, Transgender Women, Transgender Men, and Gender Nonbinary People ≥ 16 years of Age who Have Sex with Male Partners and are at Risk for HIV infection.
· TV1380-COA-201 TEVA Pharmaceutical Industries Phase II Investigational Product: A 12-week multicenterrandomized double-blind placebo controlled, parallel group study to evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Once-weekly intramuscular injections of TV-1380 (150mg/week or 300mg/week) as treatment for facilitation of abstinence in cocaine-dependent subjects.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
University of California, Los Angeles
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
University of California, Los Angeles
03.2022 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse, Interventional Pain Management
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
03.2021 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center
12.2019 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Northeast Valley Health Corporation
11.2018 - 02.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles Medical Center
11.2015 - 11.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse
University of California, Los Angeles
08.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science, Nursing - Nursing
West Coast University
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Casa Loma College
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
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