LAURA BUSH
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Enthusiastic English teacher dedicated to creating enjoyable, inviting and dynamic learning atmosphere. Implements traditional and innovative methods to motivate students to learn English language and understand American culture. Certified in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) from Maximo Nivel.
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 12 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and underserved populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate pain and illness. Dedicated clinical preceptor for Family Nurse Practitioner students.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Signify
03.2023 - Current
- Conduct in-home assessments for at risk seniors.
- Make recommendations on health care maintenance exams/diagnostics.
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Educate patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Family Nurse Practitioner
First Nations Community Healthsource
04.2019 - Current
- Hepatitis C treater under auspices of Project ECHO
- Colposcopy provider
- FNP preceptor since 2013
- Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Educate patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Perform patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Coordinate with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Provide preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals and gynecological examinations.
- Educate and guide patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Team with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Coordinate referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Assess and treat STDs in both males and females.
- Help patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Evaluate new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
- Work in women's health services providing counseling on reproductive issues and assisting with family planning needs.
- Examine wounds and treat lacerations with bandaging, suturing and topical medications.
- Educate patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
01.2013 - Current
- Provide immediate and constructive feedback to students individually.
- Instruct and coach students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges
- Implement instructional presentations to communicate coursework goals.
- Provide clinical instruction to students in a family practice setting.
Family Nurse Practitioner
First Choice Community Health Clinic
10.2011 - 04.2019
- Treated patients with Hepatitis C
- Managed abnormal pap tests and performed colposcopies
- Family Nurse Practitioner Preceptor for University of New Mexico College of Nursing
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Neurosurgical ICU Staff Nurse
University of New Mexico Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2011
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Managed ventriculostomy shunts, managed patients with traumatic brain injuries, ICP monitoring, and vasopressor support for critically ill patients.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
ICU/CCU Staff Nurse
Rogue Valley Medical Center
08.2008 - 01.2009
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
Neurosurgical ICU Staff Nurse
University of New Mexico Hospital
01.2008 - 08.2008
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
ICU Staff Nurse
Los Angeles County-University Of Southern California Medical Center
10.2007 - 01.2008
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
Stem Cell Transplant ICU Staff Nurse
University of Washington Medical Center
04.2007 - 10.2007
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
ICU Staff Nurse
Los Angeles County-University of Southern California Medical Center
07.2006 - 04.2007
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
CVICU Staff Nurse
Sutter Memorial Hospital
04.2006 - 07.2006
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
- Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.
- Prioritized and revised patient care activities based on acuity of symptoms and patient preferences.
ICU Staff Nurse
Doctor’s Hospital
02.2006 - 04.2006
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
ICU Staff Nurse
Los Angeles County-University of Southern California Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
ICU Staff Nurse
Washoe Medical Center
10.2004 - 01.2005
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
MICU Staff Nurse
University of Washington Medical Center
04.2004 - 10.2004
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
ICU Staff Nurse
Stanford Medical Center
12.2003 - 04.2004
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Kidney Transplant Coordinator
Stanford Medical Center
06.2003 - 12.2003
- Coordinated and prepared patients for transplant listing.
- Collaborated with transplant team to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Scheduled tests and procedures for patients needing additional or specialized care.
ICU Staff Nurse
Scripps Hospital
03.2003 - 06.2003
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
CCU Staff Nurse
Piedmont Hospital
12.1998 - 03.2003
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed patients recovering from open heart surgeries and cardiac catheterizations.
- Managed intra-aortic balloon pumps, PA catheters.
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE, and using strong infection control procedures.
Education
TEFL Certification - Teaching English As A Second Language
Maximo Nivel
Antigua, Guatemala08.2023
2021 Colposcopy course per American Society for Colposcopy -
ASCCP
2021
Hepatitis C training per Project ECHO - undefined
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM2013
Master of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New 05.2009 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercer University, Georgia Baptist College of Nursing
Atlanta, GA 05.1995 - 12.1998
Skills
- Medication Prescribing
- Lab Result Evaluation
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Test Results Interpretation
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Laboratory Testing
- Physical Examinations
- Reproductive Health including LARCS
- Endometrial biopsies
- Punch Biopsies
- Specialist Referrals
- Disease Prevention Education
- Diagnostic Interventions
- Hepatitis C treatment
- Transgender Care
- Health and Wellness Education
- Specialist Referrals
- Disease Prevention Education
- Diagnostic Interventions
- Health and Wellness Education
- Geriatric Treatment
- ACLS certification
- PALS certification
- BLS certification
- ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner certification
- TEFL certification
- Clinical Observations
- Clinical Precepting
- Clinical Knowledge
- Clinical Practices
- Instructional Techniques
- Performing Evaluations
- Diagnostic Interventions
- Health and Wellness Education
- Geriatric Treatment
- ACLS certification
- PALS certification
- BLS certification
- ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner certification
- TEFL certification
Accomplishments
- Completed 120 hours of in-class instruction, 25 hours of reading and written assignments, and 16 hours of in-class observations and practical teaching at Maximo Nivel Intercultural Center
- 2022 Medical mission to Guatemala-provided medical care to patients in rural areas of the country
- 2017 UNM College of Nursing Graduate Preceptor Award
- 2017 UNM Nursing Alumna of the Year
Additional Information
- 2019 Albuquerque, NM Poster presentation for MetaECHO: Community Health partnership with Recovery Centers: Linking criminal justice involved adults with dual diagnosis to HCV care continuum
- 2019 Speaker at MetaECHO
- 2018 Orlando, FL Poster presentation for Institutes of Health National Forum on Quality Improvement in Health Care: Community Health Partnership with Recovery Centers: Linking criminal justice involved adults with dual diagnosis to HCV care continuum
- 2017 Speaker at MetaECHO
- 1997-1998 State of Georgia Substance Abuse Resource Directory
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
- 2015 Sue Dalton General Nursing Scholarship
- 2010 American GI Nursing Scholarship
- 2009 Nursing Traineeship Scholarship
Work Availability
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Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Signify
03.2023 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
First Nations Community Healthsource
04.2019 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
01.2013 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
First Choice Community Health Clinic
10.2011 - 04.2019
Master of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
05.2009 - 05.2011
Neurosurgical ICU Staff Nurse
University of New Mexico Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2011
ICU/CCU Staff Nurse
Rogue Valley Medical Center
08.2008 - 01.2009
Neurosurgical ICU Staff Nurse
University of New Mexico Hospital
01.2008 - 08.2008
ICU Staff Nurse
Los Angeles County-University Of Southern California Medical Center
10.2007 - 01.2008
Stem Cell Transplant ICU Staff Nurse
University of Washington Medical Center
04.2007 - 10.2007
ICU Staff Nurse
Los Angeles County-University of Southern California Medical Center
07.2006 - 04.2007
CVICU Staff Nurse
Sutter Memorial Hospital
04.2006 - 07.2006
ICU Staff Nurse
Doctor’s Hospital
02.2006 - 04.2006
ICU Staff Nurse
Los Angeles County-University of Southern California Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2006
ICU Staff Nurse
Washoe Medical Center
10.2004 - 01.2005
MICU Staff Nurse
University of Washington Medical Center
04.2004 - 10.2004
ICU Staff Nurse
Stanford Medical Center
12.2003 - 04.2004
Kidney Transplant Coordinator
Stanford Medical Center
06.2003 - 12.2003
ICU Staff Nurse
Scripps Hospital
03.2003 - 06.2003
CCU Staff Nurse
Piedmont Hospital
12.1998 - 03.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercer University, Georgia Baptist College of Nursing
05.1995 - 12.1998
TEFL Certification - Teaching English As A Second Language
Maximo Nivel
2021 Colposcopy course per American Society for Colposcopy -
ASCCP
Hepatitis C training per Project ECHO - undefined
University of New Mexico
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