Heather Boccio, DNP, NNP-BC
Nashville,TN
Summary
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with extensive NICU and neonatal experience. Skilled in critical thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and urgent clinical intervention. Proven ability to interpret diagnostic data, guide treatment decisions, and support families through high-stakes care situations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital
Nashville, TN
12.2024 - Current
- Provided advanced practice care to diverse neonatal patients in ICU. for diverse neonatal patients in ICU, adhering to established professional standards to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Responded to urgent neonatal changes with prompt clinical interventions.
- Assisted in resuscitation efforts for newborns who required assistance at birth.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations involving neonatal patients.
- Consulted with care teams on complex neonatal treatment decisions.
- Analyzed indications, contraindications and side effects of drug treatment prescribed to neonatal patients.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans.
- Interpreted diagnostic lab data and radiographic images to create effective care plan.
- Delivered compassionate, knowledgeable support to address family concerns and enhance patient satisfaction.
- Provided emotional support to families of critically ill infants, fostering trust and resilience during challenging times.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Organized and prioritized tasks to meet service goals efficiently.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to maintain certification and expertise.
- Advocated for patients to ensure their needs and preferences were addressed.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed acute and emergency situations by providing timely and effective interventions.
- Worked with diverse coworkers to support goals and resolve product and service issues.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Sutter Health, Memorial Medical Center
Modesto, California
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans with neonatologists, nurses, and family members to ensure holistic patient management.
- Responded to urgent neonatal changes with prompt clinical interventions.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations involving neonatal patients.
- Administered medications and therapies per neonatal care protocols.
- Interpreted diagnostic lab data and radiographic images to develop targeted care plans, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
- Performed newborn examinations and documented clinical findings accurately.
- Educated parents on infant nutrition and development needs to promote healthy growth and family engagement.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
University of California, Davis Health System
Sacramento, California
11.2016 - 09.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to establish accurate diagnoses.
- Developed tailored care plans in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team to address individual patient needs.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish and evaluate patient care plans, ensuring comprehensive implementation.
- Prescribed medication and treatment regimens to manage acute and chronic conditions.
- Managed acute and emergency situations by providing timely and effective interventions.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations involving neonatal patients.
- Assisted in resuscitation efforts for newborns who required assistance at birth.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab work to inform patient care decisions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems for accurate documentation of patient care.
- Provided clear information about care and medications to patients and caregivers to enhance understanding and compliance.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Practice With A Certificate of Teaching
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL08-2023
Master of Science - Advanced Practice, Neonatal Nursing
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA07-2012
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nursing (Intercollegiate Programming)
Samuel Merritt University/St. Mary's College
Oakland, CA12-2005
Skills
- Neonatal care management
- NICU care
- Neonatal resuscitation
- EHR documentation
- Critical thinking
- Clinical judgment
- Team collaboration
Certification
- ARPN license #95992034- State of California
- NNP furnishing license- State of California
- RN license #673753- State of California
- DEA license #MB8106812
- APRN license #37803- State of Tennessee
- RN license #282522- State of Tennessee
- Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)- National Certification Corp (NCC)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Rescusitation Program (NRP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Accomplishments
- Asian Faculty Scholarship (2002)
- American Association of University Women Scholarship (2002)
- Frank H. and Eva Buck Foundation Scholarship (2002)
- Frank H. and Eva Buck Foundation Scholarship (2007)
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing- Nu at-Large Chapter, UAB (2021)
- The Honor Society of Phy Kappa Phi, UAB (2023)
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Sutter Health, Memorial Medical Center
09.2023 - 11.2024
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
University of California, Davis Health System
11.2016 - 09.2024
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Practice With A Certificate of Teaching
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Master of Science - Advanced Practice, Neonatal Nursing
University of California, San Francisco
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nursing (Intercollegiate Programming)
Samuel Merritt University/St. Mary's College