IRMA MARRIOTT
McAllen,TX
Summary
Qualified Nurse Practitioner board certified with 23 years of experience in a leadership nursing role. Adept at critical care and management with training in patient education and leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization. Driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as a patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
HCA Rio Grande Regional Hospital
Edinburg, TX
02.2011 - Current
- Educated teenage women on puberty and body changes related to hormones and growth.
- Treated and prescribed medication to women dealing with yeast infections and urinary tract infections.
- Identified female-specific cancers such as ovarian or cervical cancer using thorough testing procedures.
- Counseled women and gave referrals to specialists for women diagnosed or at risk for breast cancer.
- Warned women of risks of sexually transmitted diseases and educated on methods of prevention.
- Educated women on perimenopause, explaining symptoms, bodily changes and physical limitations.
- Performed hormone level tests and treatments for women experiencing hormone imbalances or for women dealing with postpartum depression.
- Administered prenatal and postnatal care for mothers to include vitamin regimens, postnatal pain management, breastfeeding coaching and hormone imbalances.
- Educated and recommended birth control options to patients and educated on associated health risks.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
- Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
- Formulated lists of current and past medical conditions.
- Adhered to hospital procedures, policies and protocols to support patient safety.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Supervised MAs and non-clinical staff.
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Tey Women's Health Center
McAllen, TX
01.2003 - 02.2011
- Educated teenage women on puberty and body changes related to hormones and growth.
- Counseled women and gave referrals to specialists for women diagnosed or at risk for breast cancer.
- Warned women of risks of sexually transmitted diseases and educated on methods of prevention.
- Performed annual exams examining patients for medical conditions involving age, menstruation, pregnancy and sexual health.
- Educated women on perimenopause, explaining symptoms, bodily changes and physical limitations.
- Performed hormone level tests and treatments for women experiencing hormone imbalances or for women dealing with postpartum depression.
- Administered prenatal and postnatal care for mothers to include vitamin regimens, postnatal pain management, breastfeeding coaching and hormone imbalances.
- Educated and recommended birth control options to patients and educated on associated health risks.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
- Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
- Formulated lists of current and past medical conditions.
- Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Listened to patient concerns and detailed alternative therapies for treatment of migraines.
- Supervised MAs and non-clinical staff.
- Cared for post-surgical patients after procedures.
- Performed colposcopies.
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Planned Parenthood
McAllen, TX
08.1998 - 01.2003
- Educated teenage women on puberty and body changes related to hormones and growth.
- Counseled women and gave referrals to specialists for women diagnosed or at risk for breast cancer.
- Warned women of risks of sexually transmitted diseases and educated on methods of prevention.
- Performed annual exams examining patients for medical conditions involving age, menstruation, pregnancy and sexual health.
- Educated women on perimenopause, explaining symptoms, bodily changes and physical limitations.
- Educated and recommended birth control options to patients and educated on associated health risks.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
- Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
- Formulated lists of current and past medical conditions.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Supervised MAs and non-clinical staff.
- Performed colposcopies.
Education
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner - Women's Health Nursing
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, TX08.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg12.1995
Skills
- Physical Examinations
- Family Planning
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Test Results Interpretation
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Punch Biopsies
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Support Staff Supervision
- Patient Records Maintenance
- Electronic Charting
- Preventive Care
- Postpartum Care
- STD Counseling
- Prenatal Care
- Patient Safety
- Health and Wellness
Certification
- Board Certified
- Completed Colposcopy Program
Timeline
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
HCA Rio Grande Regional Hospital
02.2011 - Current
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Tey Women's Health Center
01.2003 - 02.2011
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Planned Parenthood
08.1998 - 01.2003
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner - Women's Health Nursing
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Pan American
- Board Certified
- Completed Colposcopy Program
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