Jeannette Varela
Greenbrier,AR
Summary
Motivated professional AANP Certified, MSN in Family Nurse Practitioner. Focused assignments ranging from birth to 99 yrs old in diagnosing diseases and formulating treatment plans. Developing a heavy emphasis on disease prevention through patient education and care coordination. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal, and multitasking abilities. Authorized to work in the US for any employer, AANP-certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in Urology. Proficient in patient and family education regarding the management of acute and chronic health conditions. Self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and management skills. Successful in prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care. Member of SUNA and AUA.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Austin Urology Institute
Austin, TX
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues
- Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases
- Prescribed medication, including controlled substances
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Promoted health by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
MSN-FNP Student
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Addison, IL
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up
- Instructed and counseled patients to comply with prescribed medical or physical regimens, medications, health maintenance and addiction treatment
- Collaborated with other disciplines in development and implementation of clinical studies within area of specialization
- Offered preventive services such as well-child, adult and gynecological examinations
- Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases
- Checked and repaired wounds with techniques such as liquid skin, sutures and bandages
- Provided women's health services for contraception, reproductive concerns and family planning
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications
- 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
- Delivered high quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patients
- Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
RN Nurse Supervisor
CarolinaEast Physicians
Jacksonville, NC
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Monitored infection control and critical incidents and made changes and improvements to processes where necessary
- Coordinated and led nursing education, including in-services, facilitating nurse leadership development and career growth
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses
- Managed and provided leadership to help staff with direct and indirect patient care
- Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
BSN Student
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Addison, IL
07.2017 - 09.2018
- Enrolled in accredited school of nursing in good standing to pursue healthcare career.
- Learned internal controls to adhere to state and federal laws and accreditation program requirements.
RN
Conway Medical Center
Conway, AR
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
- Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia
- Delivered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and identifying treatment options.
RN Staff Nurse
Conway Urology
Conway, AR
07.2011 - 06.2016
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms
- Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files
- Reviewed physician orders and implemented therapies, treatments, and medications
- Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals
- Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results
- Maintained sterile field and supplied retractors and tools to physicians.
RN Operating Room Staff Nurse
Conway Medical Center
Conway, AR
01.2009 - 07.2011
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients through compassionate approach and positive attitude
- Transferred patients from operating rooms to recovery rooms using stretchers and wheelchairs
- Oversaw treatments, therapies and medication administration according to prescribed methods and protocols
- Minimized infections using ChloraPrep, pre-op prep, Mueller and Snowden-Pence Surgical laparoscopic instruments, capital and infection prevention products
- Prepped operating rooms for upcoming procedures by setting out and verifying count of all necessary equipment and assessing environment for compliance with asepsis standards
- Handled specimens for laboratory testing and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling
- Anticipated surgeons' needs and maintained procedure sterility during operations by observing body language, movements and demeanors
- Carried out nursing tasks safely to maintain high level of care that complied with organization's procedures and regulations.
Fast Track Nursing Program LPN to RN
Baptist Health Schools Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
LPN/ Scrubtech
Conway Medical Center
Conway, AR
06.2001 - 12.2008
- Passing instruments/ First assist in the operating room setting
- Assuring sterile technique was maintained
- Gathering needed supplies and setting up the sterile field
- Assisting with surgical prep of the room and the patient.
LPN
Arkansas Orthopedic Surgery
Russellville, AR
03.1999 - 06.2001
- Assisted Surgeon, Morning rounds on surgical patients, Clinic- scheduling patients for surgery, caring for patients in clinic, Surgery -First assist, assuring all staff were ready for the current case, sterile field was maintained, instruments were correct and ready
- Caring for the patients post op needs.
Nursing Student
Arkansas Valley VOtech
Ozark, AR
07.1997 - 07.1998
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
- Assisted with the preparation of laboratory specimens for testing.
- Communicated effectively with patients and their families to ensure understanding of treatment plans and instructions.
Skills
- Preventive care
- Family planning
- Clinical care standards
- STD care and counseling
- Lab result evaluation
- Patient-centered care
- Chronic disease management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Healthcare Management
- Disease Prevention Education
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Physical Examinations
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Medication Prescribing
- Diagnostic Tests Ordering
- Problem-Solving
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Test Result Interpretation
- Therapeutic Interventions
Certification
- RN License
- Certified Nurse Practitioner LPN
Zip
72058
City
AR
Street
Greenbrier
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Austin Urology Institute
10.2022 - 04.2024
MSN-FNP Student
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
01.2019 - 04.2022
RN Nurse Supervisor
CarolinaEast Physicians
11.2018 - 12.2020
BSN Student
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
07.2017 - 09.2018
RN
Conway Medical Center
06.2016 - 10.2017
RN Staff Nurse
Conway Urology
07.2011 - 06.2016
RN Operating Room Staff Nurse
Conway Medical Center
01.2009 - 07.2011
Fast Track Nursing Program LPN to RN
Baptist Health Schools Little Rock
01.2008 - 12.2008
LPN/ Scrubtech
Conway Medical Center
06.2001 - 12.2008
LPN
Arkansas Orthopedic Surgery
03.1999 - 06.2001
Nursing Student
Arkansas Valley VOtech
07.1997 - 07.1998
- RN License
- Certified Nurse Practitioner LPN