Hisayo Hara Pelton
Dallas
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) ready to launch a first professional career, offering a robust foundation in patient care from extensive experience in both acute and post-acute settings, including inpatient and outpatient environments. Demonstrated ability to excel in collaborative team settings while adapting quickly to new challenges and embracing learning opportunities. Committed to leveraging clinical expertise to make meaningful contributions as a mid-level provider, with a strong focus on continuous professional development and achieving excellence in patient outcomes. Passionate about delivering high-quality care that enhances the well-being of diverse patient populations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN-PRN II, Cardiovascular PACU/Spine PACU
Medical City Dallas Heart & Spine Hospital
01.2021 - Current
- Provided post-operative care to cardiovascular, spine, and joint surgery patients in a fast-paced PACU environment, managing 50+ daily cases.
- Managed the care of adult patients recovering from a wide range of procedures, including minimally invasive cardiovascular surgery, thoracic/vascular surgery, electrophysiology (EP) procedures, and spine/orthopedic surgery.
- Specialized in the care of complex patients, including those recovering from STEMI/NSTEMI, high-risk PCI/endovascular repair, end-stage CHF requiring PA catheter management, and post heart-transplant/VAD patients.
- Delivered effective patient and family education on post-operative care instructions, ensuring smooth transitions to recovery.
- Recipient of the 'Always Award' for clinical excellence and outstanding patient care within the Medical City Healthcare North Texas Division in 2024.
- Received numerous written commendations from patients.
Army Critical Care Nurse
U.S. Army Reserve
09.2003 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in diverse medical settings as an Enlisted Medic and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from 2003-2010.
- Transitioned to a commissioned Army Reserve Nurse Officer role in 2010, progressively assuming greater responsibility in critical care.
- Served as a Major (MAJ) within the 1933rd Medical Detachment, Sacramento, CA, consistently demonstrating professional development and leadership.
- Delivered expert critical care nursing services, contributing to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the medical detachment.
Army Critical Care Nurse – Operation Enduring Freedom
U.S. Army Tripler Army Medical Center Adult ICU
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided critical care to a diverse patient population in an 8-bed mixed surgical and medical ICU and a 6-bed COVID unit (ICU and medical-surgical patients) while deployed as an Army Reserve nurse.
- Performed rapid patient assessments and implemented life-saving interventions in high-pressure situations.
- Effectively triaged patients based on acuity levels and individual needs, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
- Successfully filled critical staffing gaps during the deployment of active-duty nurses.
RN-PRN III, CVICU
Medical City Dallas/Medical City Heart and Spine Hospital
02.2014 - 04.2020
- Provided exceptional patient care in a critical CVICU setting, including patients recovering from open heart surgery (including heart transplants) and managing other complex cases involving kidney transplants, CRRT, IABP, TPM, Impella, and VV ECMO.
- DFW Great 100 Nurses recipient in 2017.
- Managed a diverse patient population within the Medical City Dallas COVID ICU during the peak of the pandemic (March-April 2020).
- Demonstrated proficiency in complex cardiovascular monitoring and invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment management.
- Responded effectively to cardiac emergencies and rapid patient deterioration, utilizing advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) skills proficiently.
Contract/Per-diem ICU RN
American Healthcare Services, LLC
12.2011 - 02.2014
- Provided critical care nursing services as a per diem and contract RN within Medical City Healthcare’s DFW Metroplex facilities.
- Specialized in the care of critically ill patients across diverse ICU settings, including Medical City Arlington ICU, Medical City Plano Neuro-Trauma ICU, and Medical City Dallas CVICU.
- Consistently demonstrated proficiency in advanced life support techniques, hemodynamic monitoring, and ventilator management.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.
- Successfully managed complex patient cases, adapting to rapidly changing clinical situations.
- Adhered to strict hospital protocols and maintained a high standard of patient safety.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility working across multiple ICU units with varying patient populations and care requirements.
Education
MS - Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner
Texas Woman's University
Dallas, TX01.2023
BS - Nursing
University of Saint Mary
Leavenworth, KS01.2010
AS - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY01.2008
BS - Human Services
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT01.1998
Skills
- Pharmaceutical management
- Comprehensive health evaluation
- Patient-centered care
- Collaborative nursing
- Proficient in clinical evaluations
- Electronic health record proficiency
- HIPAA regulations knowledge
- Critical thinking for problem-solving
- Cardiac patient management
- Skilled in cardiac telemetry analysis
- Crisis management
- Interpretation of lab findings
Affiliations
Professional organizations: AANP and AACN
Military: U.S. Army Reserve
Certification
- Registered Nurse, TX
- APRN-CNP, TX
- FNP-C, AANP
- CCRN-adult, AACN
- CSC, AACN
- ACLS/BLS, AHA
- PALS, ARC
- TNCC, ENA
Timeline
RN-PRN II, Cardiovascular PACU/Spine PACU
Medical City Dallas Heart & Spine Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Army Critical Care Nurse – Operation Enduring Freedom
U.S. Army Tripler Army Medical Center Adult ICU
05.2020 - 01.2021
RN-PRN III, CVICU
Medical City Dallas/Medical City Heart and Spine Hospital
02.2014 - 04.2020
Contract/Per-diem ICU RN
American Healthcare Services, LLC
12.2011 - 02.2014
Army Critical Care Nurse
U.S. Army Reserve
09.2003 - Current
BS - Nursing
University of Saint Mary
AS - Nursing
Excelsior College
BS - Human Services
University of Bridgeport
MS - Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner
Texas Woman's University