KIM QUEVEDO
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing and experience in high-acuity environments. Specializes in chronic disease management and patient education, enhancing compliance and recovery outcomes. Focused on strengthening patient-provider relationships through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Torrance Memorial, Banner Estrella, Abrazo West Valley, Valleywise Health
01.2004 - Current
- Provided patient-centered care in high-acuity ER, CVICU, trauma surgical unit, and outpatient surgery, managing severely ill patients each shift.
- Administered medications, monitored patient vitals, and performed assessments to identify changes in condition and initiate timely interventions.
- Instructed patients and families on post-discharge care plans to enhance compliance and support improved recovery outcomes.
- Precepted new nurses, providing mentorship and training to ensure high-quality care
Family Nurse Practitioner Student (Clinical Rotations)
Mountain Park Health Center
Phoenix, Arizona
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed care for critically ill patients with complex conditions, ensuring tailored interventions for hypertension and diabetes.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests and interpreted results for effective patient management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for patients.
- Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention to enhance overall well-being.
- Documented patient histories and treatment responses in electronic health records.
- Administered vaccinations and medications following clinician guidelines.
- Utilized computerized resource and patient management systems to enhance operational efficiency.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student (Clinical Rotations)
True Care MD
Peoria, Arizona
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Provided care for patients across the lifespan, including conducting physical exams, diagnosing conditions, and developing treatment plans under preceptor supervision.
- Managed chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, and asthma, through implementation of evidence-based interventions that enhanced patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, ensuring continuity and comprehensive support for patients' health needs.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests and interpreted results for patient management.
- Documented patient histories and treatment responses in electronic health records.
- Educated patients on preventive care, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications, contributing to improved health literacy and self-management.
- Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
- Provided direct patient care in a variety of settings, including primary and specialty care clinics.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL06-2022
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07-2016
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Chronic disease management
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Health education
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- EMR / EHR
- FirstNet, Cerner Millennium, and Epic proficiency
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Evidence-based practice
- FirstNet, Cerner Millennium, and Epic proficiency
History
Twenty + years of RN experience progressing from a bedside nursing role, which involves extensive experience in emergency medicine (ER), surgery services (trauma Pre-op, PACU), interventional radiology, and CVICU. Career values are distinguished by evidence-based practice, positive patient outcomes, and a commitment to ongoing education to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare.
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner Student (Clinical Rotations)
Mountain Park Health Center
05.2021 - 06.2022
Family Nurse Practitioner Student (Clinical Rotations)
True Care MD
01.2021 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
Torrance Memorial, Banner Estrella, Abrazo West Valley, Valleywise Health
01.2004 - Current
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
Grand Canyon University