KRISTINA MEDINA
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
A dedicated FNP with years of experience overseeing the administration of care for a diverse range of patients. Able to use a hands-on expertise and knowledge of nursing procedures to offer exceptional insights on best practices for expediting the recovery from acute and chronic maladies. Skilled at assessing patient health to create specific care plans for various medical conditions. Able to educate patients and families on viable treatment options. Continually strive to grow by learning new skills and advance education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
PCOS Sisters Telehealth Clinic & Wellness Center
10.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to woman of all ages with PCOS.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on treatment options, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent comorbidities and other complications.
- Monitored patient progress on weight loss treatment and adjusted medication dosages accordingly as well as ordered appropriate laboratory tests.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches.
- Prescribed medications based on patient medical assessments.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
Gynecology/Oncology APRN
THE CENTER FOR GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY
01.2018 - Current
- Gather confidential medical history and perform initial exams on patients
- Review exam results, order laboratory tests, and diagnostic imaging to gain additional insights which are used to create individualized treatment plans for each patient
- Engage with new patients, existing clients, and post-op patients to assess their health status and note any changes in medical readings
- Meet with patients and their family members to discuss the oncologist's treatment plan and answer inquiries about the regimen
- Follow up with patients at the conclusion of each chemotherapy cycle to make sure that the treatment is progressing as planned
- Investigate and quickly resolve problems in the plan's implementation as they arise
- Create chemotherapy orders
- Asses, evaluate and treat all gynecological issues including menorrhagia, irregular cycles, fibroids, ovarian cysts, OCP, wellness exams and gynecological problem visits
- Order and obtain hormone labs and initiate hormone replacement therapy for perimenopausal and postmenopausal patients (oral, creams, patches, troches)
- Follow up on how treatment is working and increase dosage or decrease dosage as needed
- Evaluate patients for weight loss management
- Order and obtain laboratory tests and implement weight loss protocols for GLP-1 medications
- Increase dosages and change agents depending on how the patient is tolerating the treatment
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
Obstetrics and Gynecology APRN
GLOBAL OB/GYN
07.2017 - Current
- Met with well-women patients to perform check-ups, administer STD testing, and counsel patients through reproductive health, contraception, breast health and GYN issues
- Identified, diagnosed, and created treatment plans for GYN problems
- Answered inquiries and educated patients on menopause, wellness, and preventative care
Maternity: Mother/Baby and Nursery RN
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WEST
02.2015 - Current
- Offered post-partum, newborn care, and breastfeeding education to mothers from vaginal or cesarean deliveries
- Played key support roles in vaginal deliveries
- Performed congenital heart screening test and PKU tests as needed
Maternity: Mother/Baby and Nursery RN
PALMETTO GENERAL HOSPITAL
05.2014 - Current
- Offered post-partum, newborn care, and breastfeeding education to mothers from vaginal or cesarean deliveries
- Played key support roles in vaginal deliveries
- Performed congenital heart screening test and PKU tests as needed
- Key Achievement: Patient Care Plan Development, High-Risk Health Management, OB/GYN & Pediatric Disciplines, Health Monitoring & Assessments, Medication Administration, Interpersonal Communication, Clinical Measures/Outcomes, Policy & Procedure Compliance, Nurse Education & Training, Patient & Family Education, Physician & PCP Collaboration, Electronic Medical Records
Education
Masters of Science & Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Nova Southeastern University
Ft. Lauderdale, FL01.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
Ft. Lauderdale, FL01.2001
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organization and Time Management
- Computer Skills
- Health and wellness expert
- FLUENT IN SPANISH
Certification
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License Autonomous, State of Florida, APRN9376431 (2023-2025)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License, State of Georgia, GAA-NP002907 (2024-2027)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License, State of Texas, APRN-CNP 1180731 (2024-2025)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License, State of Arizona, APRN-RNP 316822 (2024-2025)
- Family Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center, (2022-2027)
- Controlled Substance Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration Florida, (2024-2027)
- BCLS & ACLS, American Heart Association, (2024-2026)
- The Art and Science of Botulinum Toxin, Hands on Training, Esthetic Skin Institute, Inc., (2019)
Affiliations
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
References
References available upon request
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
PCOS Sisters Telehealth Clinic & Wellness Center
10.2024 - Current
Gynecology/Oncology APRN
THE CENTER FOR GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY
01.2018 - Current
Obstetrics and Gynecology APRN
GLOBAL OB/GYN
07.2017 - Current
Maternity: Mother/Baby and Nursery RN
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WEST
02.2015 - Current
Maternity: Mother/Baby and Nursery RN
PALMETTO GENERAL HOSPITAL
05.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License Autonomous, State of Florida, APRN9376431 (2023-2025)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License, State of Georgia, GAA-NP002907 (2024-2027)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License, State of Texas, APRN-CNP 1180731 (2024-2025)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License, State of Arizona, APRN-RNP 316822 (2024-2025)
- Family Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center, (2022-2027)
- Controlled Substance Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration Florida, (2024-2027)
- BCLS & ACLS, American Heart Association, (2024-2026)
- The Art and Science of Botulinum Toxin, Hands on Training, Esthetic Skin Institute, Inc., (2019)
Masters of Science & Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Nova Southeastern University
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