Isel Amado Blanco
Miami,FL
Summary
Highly accomplished and dedicated medical professional with a robust background as a Foreign Medical Doctor and General Surgeon Specialist. Possesses 6 years of comprehensive surgical experience in the U.S. as a Surgical House Physician and Surgical Assistant. Now a Licensed Nurse Practitioner, leveraging extensive diagnostic, treatment, and patient care expertise to provide holistic, quality healthcare across diverse settings. Adept at acute and chronic disease management, advanced surgical support, and collaborative patient-centered care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
SpecialtyCareServices
Miami, FL
02.2024 - Current
- Manage comprehensive patient care, including acute and chronic illness assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic skills to interpret lab results and imaging for precise patient condition assessment.
- Prescribe medications, order and evaluate lab tests, and perform physical exams in adherence to scope of practice.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Educate patients and families on health management, treatment options, and disease prevention, fostering informed decision-making.
- Provide critical care management for patients with complex conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, and neurological disorders.
- Proficiently use Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) for efficient patient data management and documentation.
Surgical House Physician & Surgical Assistant
Baptist Health Hospital
Miami, FL
08.2017 - 01.2024
- Provided expert surgical support, assisting surgeons in complex minor and major procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and outcomes.
- Managed post-operative patient care, assessing recovery, mitigating complications, and performing minor procedures (suture removal, incision checks, biopsies).
- Maintained stringent sterile environments, prepared operative sites, and expertly handled surgical instruments, including hemostatic clamps and electrocautery.
- Demonstrated proficiency in suturing techniques (under direct supervision), wound dressing, and effective bleeding control during surgical procedures.
- Served as a critical liaison among surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and patients, ensuring seamless communication and coordinated care.
- Transported patients to recovery, diligently monitored post-surgical conditions, and accurately documented all pertinent surgical and patient information.
- Resolved complex technical and procedural challenges within the operating room, ensuring continuous efficiency and patient safety.
General Surgeon Specialist
Foreign Medical Doctor
Cuba and Ghana
08.2006 - 07.2017
- Performed a broad spectrum of general surgical procedures, demonstrating advanced surgical skills and clinical judgment.
- Led surgical teams, provided clinical instruction, and contributed to comprehensive patient care planning in a high-volume environment.
- Managed pre-operative diagnoses, intra-operative interventions, and post-operative care for diverse surgical cases, ensuring optimal patient recovery.
- Utilized extensive medical knowledge to diagnose and treat complex conditions, consistently achieving positive patient outcomes.
Education
Nurse Practitioner Program -
Miami Regional University
Miami, Florida04-2024
Specialization in General Surgery - undefined
Medical Science Institute
Guantanamo, Cuba12-2006
Medical Doctor (M.D.) - undefined
Medical Science Institute
Guantanamo, Cuba12-2001
Skills
- Clinical Expertise: Advanced Physical Assessment, Differential Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Surgical Assisting, Post-operative Care, Wound Management, Chronic Diseases Management, Critical Care, Patient Education
- Surgical Skills: Sterile Technique, Instrument Handling, Suturing, Hemostasis, Operative Site Preparation, Biopsy, Incision Management, Emergency Procedures
- Medical Systems: Electronic Health Record (EHR), Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS)
- Interpersonal & Leadership: Team Collaboration, Patient Advocacy, Crisis Management, Multidisciplinary Coordination, Communication, Mentorship
- Languages: English (Fluent), Spanish (Fluent)
Certification
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) | State of Florida
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Surgical House Physician
- Certified Surgical Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
SpecialtyCareServices
02.2024 - Current
Surgical House Physician & Surgical Assistant
Baptist Health Hospital
08.2017 - 01.2024
General Surgeon Specialist
Foreign Medical Doctor
08.2006 - 07.2017
Specialization in General Surgery - undefined
Medical Science Institute
Medical Doctor (M.D.) - undefined
Medical Science Institute
Nurse Practitioner Program -
Miami Regional University