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Franchesca White

Albuquerque,NM

Summary


Dedicated Registered Nurse and Diagnostic Medical/Cardiac Sonographer with over 12 years of experience in patient care, integrating nursing and sonography expertise to enhance patient outcomes. Proficient in care coordination, critical care management, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Committed to delivering compassionate care and effective teamwork in dynamic, multidisciplinary settings. Credentialed in fetal echocardiography and OB/GYN through ARDMS. Certified in CPR, BLS, HIPAA, and state licensure in Medical Imaging and Nursing.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse/Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Perinatal Associate of New Mexico
07.2012 - Current

Leadership and Regulatory Compliance

  • Served as Lead Sonographer, managing teams across 4 clinical locations to maintain excellence in patient care and diagnostic imaging.
  • Directed accreditation processes for 13 clinical locations to ensure compliance with medical, regulatory, and safety standards, contributing to sustained operational excellence.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

  • Leveraged dual expertise in sonography and nursing to enhance patient outcomes through integrated, team-based care approaches.
  • Partnered with perinatolgist and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive assessments for high-risk cardiac and perinatal patients.

Clinical Expertise and Communication

  • Performed advanced fetal and cardiac sonograms with precision, delivering detailed and accurate interpretations to support timely and effective patient care.
  • Maintained clear, professional communication with referring physicians to streamline diagnostics and treatment plans.

Patient Advocacy and Education

  • Delivered compassionate, patient-centered care by educating patients and families about procedures and diagnoses, fostering trust and alleviating anxiety.

Student Nurse

UNM College of Nursing
01.2023 - 08.2024

Lovelace Heart Hospital – Cardiovascular ICU (CV-ICU), Progressive Care Unit (PCU), and Emergency Room (ER)

  • Developed advanced critical care nursing skills in cardiac and vascular patient management across CV-ICU, PCU, and ER settings.
  • Responded effectively to emergent cardiac conditions, including arrhythmias, heart failure, and post-operative recovery for cardiac surgeries.

Presbyterian Hospital – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

  • Delivered specialized, high-level care for neonates with critical and complex conditions.

University of New Mexico Hospital – Medical ICU (MICU) and Psychiatric Center

  • Provided comprehensive care for high-acuity MICU patients with multi-system organ failure and complex cardiac conditions.
  • Delivered psychiatric care with an emphasis on crisis intervention and individualized treatment, integrating physical and mental health care.

Spanish Trails Rehabilitation and Long-Term Living Facility

  • Enhanced geriatric and rehabilitative care expertise, focusing rehabilitation and managing chronic in elderly patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of New Mexico
New Mexico
08.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Central New Mexico Community College
New Mexico
04-2024

Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences

The University of New Mexico
New Mexico
05.2019

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
09-2012

Associate of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Central New Mexico Community College
New Mexico
05.2011

Skills

  • Advanced Cardiac and Diagnostic Imaging: Proficient in advanced fetal echocardiography and familiar with EKG interpretation
  • Patient Care and Safety: Committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while upholding safety standards
  • Leadership and Team Collaboration: Skilled in training and mentoring staff, coordinating care, and working effectively with multidisciplinary teams
  • Clinical Assessment and Emergency Response: Experienced in monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and responding to cardiac and respiratory emergencies with certifications in BLS and CPR
  • Direct patient care

Timeline

Student Nurse

UNM College of Nursing
01.2023 - 08.2024

Registered Nurse/Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Perinatal Associate of New Mexico
07.2012 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of New Mexico

Associate of Science - Nursing

Central New Mexico Community College

Bachelor of Science - Radiologic Sciences

The University of New Mexico

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Central New Mexico Community College

Associate of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Central New Mexico Community College
Franchesca White