Laura Moroney
Eagle Point,OR
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Patient-oriented Nurse with 20 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking, prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments, and offering expertise in primary care, administration, management, dermatology, and multidisciplinary specialties.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Certified Dermatology APRN
Puyallup Dermatology Medical Clinic
01.2022 - 09.2024
- Diagnosed and treated numerous dermatology problems such as acne vulgaris, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis contact dermatitis, tinea pedis/cruiz/corpus, onychomycosis, photodamaged skin, actinic keratosis and seborrheic keratosis amongst others
- Carried out different dermatology procedures such as cryo-surgery to actinic keratosis, verrucae vulgaris, shave biopsy, simple wound closure, and punch biopsy amongst others
- Directed clients and patients with complicated issues to more specialized health centers or hospitals for proper treatment
- Supervised programs of infection control, and consulted specific experts about needed precautions to avert infections
- Made provision for or trained junior workers in the clinic to sharpen their skills
- Worked with other health care professionals in research works in the nursing dermatology field
- Carried out administrative functions which include taking responsibility for budgeting, planning, and other long-range goals
- Carried out physical examination and analysis, made diagnoses, and treated patients based on findings.
Lead Nurse Practitioner Consultant Dermatology/ Primary Care Nurse Practitioner/ VA certified
Medical Associates of the Pacific
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Monitored, and reported development or changes in clients' health conditions and also maintained accurate records of patients' medical history
- Sought the opinion of other healthcare team members to evaluate, create, and implement patient healthcare treatment and plans
- Gave families and individuals instructions on health topics such as health education, and disease prevention, and created health improvement plans
- Instructed and supervised junior and less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel in the course of duty
- Modified patient treatment plans in line with patients' conditions and response to treatment and evaluated all aspects of patient health, including diet, hygiene, and physical activity
- Got patients ready for treatments and assisted with laboratory examinations and also arranged rooms, sterilized instruments and equipment used in the clinic
- Received and interpreted diagnostic tests to determine and evaluate patient's condition
- Evaluated the health needs of individuals, families, or communities, including evaluations of individuals' home and work environments, to spot possible health or safety problems
- Administered health care, first aid, immunizations, and assistance in rehabilitation in areas including schools, hospitals, and other industries.
Board Certified Cosmetic and Dermatology Clinic Advanced Practice Nurse/ First Assist/ Clinical Trainer/Program Manager Quad A Surgical Facility
Contour Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery
07.2017 - 11.2020
- Provided advanced practice nursing care to medical and cosmetic dermatological patients
- Assisted with Mohs micrographic surgery, identifying lesion and treatment site, administering anesthesia before surgical incision, and performing surgical closures
- Reviewed labs and diagnostics to determine various disease processes
- Identified and treated patients using a systematic approach toward acute and chronic illnesses
- Performed laser treatments and cosmetic procedures including; botulinum toxin and dermal fillers in a busy clinic under the guidance of board certified dermatologist
- Certified in laser tissue interactions and laser safety operations for a variety of lasers, including KTP, CO2, erbium-yag, ND-yag, Fraxel, IPL, and hair removal
- Certified nurse injector, Botox, Dysport, hyaluronic acids, and other calcium hydroxyapatite
- Assisted with complex cosmetic outpatient surgical procedures and trained new staff in policies and procedures within the guidelines of the state safety codes.
Interventional Radiology and Intra-Operative Outpatient Clinic/Research Department. Advanced Practice Nurse/ Certified Sedation Nurse/ Safety Officer/Preceptor
Desert Medical Imaging
07.2017 - 05.2019
- Team member in a phase II clinical trial for Prostate Cancer using MRI-guided Focal therapy
- Advanced Cardiac Support and Conscious Sedation Nurse Practitioner
- Worked as a cross-functional conscious sedation registered nurse (CSRN), scrub nurse, and circulating nurse
- Conducted training needs analysis (TNA) to determine the learning needs of all staff in the research department regarding the management of adverse outcomes in interventional radiological settings and managed training and development of life support skills
- Performed complete history and physicals for perioperative screening of IVCS in an interventional radiology medical center
- Administered moderate sedation medications
- Monitored vital signs and physiological responses to IVCS including respiration, O2 saturation.
Advanced Practice Clinical Internship
My Family Clinic/ Naval Hospital Twenty-nine palms
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Managed chronic medical conditions for a diverse population of patients
- Oversaw the health and wellness of all age patients from infants to seniors
- Performed women's health exam and wellness exams as well as managed and cared for pregnant women during antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum phases
- Provided health and wellness care to infants and children; including performing well checkups, monitoring growth and development, and delivering vaccinations
- Treated minor acute injuries, ordered diagnostic radiological exams, and sutured and repaired subcutaneous injuries
- Provided episodic care for acute illnesses in all age groups.
Le Fleur Women's Health
Rancho Mirage
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Obtained comprehensive obstetric and gynecological health histories
- Performed women's wellness examinations
- Performed diagnostic examinations on women with benign and malignant gynecological conditions
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated maternal and fetal well-being
- Managed care for high-risk pregnancies, and postpartum complications
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated disease risk factors specific to women; including intimate partner violence, sexual abuse, and substance abuse
- Managed care related to reproductive health in females with male partners such as STI, contraceptives, and infertility
- Provided genetic counseling to high-risk families
- Collaborated with other health care providers for management or referral of high-risk pregnancies
- Performed primary care procedures including pap smears, microscopy, and post-coital.
Kerrigan/Will Family Medical Group and Urgent Care Center
Palm Desert
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Performed age-appropriate history and physicals for complex acute, critical, and chronically ill patients
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic and therapeutic tests for age-specific needs
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities
- Implemented interventions to support the patient to regain or maintain physiologic stability, including but not limited to serving in the first assisting role
- Assisted with the provision of surgical care following facility, state, and federal regulations
- Monitored the effectiveness of interventions
- Facilitated the patient's transition within and between healthcare settings, e.g
- Admitting, transferring, and discharging patients
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals
- Facilitated staff, patient, and family decision-making by providing educational tools.
International Clinical Nurse Specialist/ Nurse Manager CNO/ Safety Officer/Clinical Trainer
German Medical Center
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Nurse educator, manager, and trainer of clinicians on medical aesthetic treatments including laser focal therapy, neuromodulators, and dermal fillers
- Coordinated orientation of new staff to the organization, procedures, and culture
- Delivered competent-based information for staff with a focus on the improvement of skills and retention of knowledge
- Spearheaded weekly meetings to improve patient outcomes and staff education and maintained clinical knowledge for over 15 support staff members
- Trained clinical staff on medical lasers like Erbium-yag, ND-yag, CO2, IPL, alexandrite, and diode
- Managed adverse clinical outcomes and implemented treatment protocols to improve patient safety
- Developed a resource referral pool to allow patients access to additional medical providers in the area
- Monitored patient progress and maintained clinical and NHRA standards to ensure accurate reporting and compliance; advocated for clients' health and safety.
Certified registered intravenous sedation nurse CSRN/ Safety Officer/Medical Surveillance Auditor
3rd Dental Battalion Camp Foster
04.2013 - 04.2016
- Performed complete history and physicals for perioperative screening of IVCS in an outpatient clinical setting
- Administered moderate sedation medications
- Monitored vital signs and physiological responses to IVCS including respiration, O2 saturation, end-title CO2 capnography, blood pressure, and heart rate
- Managed adverse outcomes and implemented support if needed
- Supervised the maintenance of the BLS, ACLS, and PALS carts for all clinics with sedation providers
- Collaborated with anesthesiology for proper Navy medical certification of IVCS.
Clinical Nurse Specialist, Labor and Delivery Nurse
Naval Hospital Okinawa
06.2011 - 04.2013
- Provided support for the mother in the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum stages of pregnancy and labor
- Monitored fetal heart rate, and mother's vital signs, measured the strength and timing of contractions
- Administered medications to induce and suppress labor and performed diagnostic tests when needed
- Consulted with physicians and other members of the care team
- Coached mothers during delivery using breathing techniques and other strategies for managing pain
- Identified and assisted with complications including cesarean section, shoulder dystocia, postpartum hemorrhage, pre-eclampsia, and eclampsia
- Performed newborn tests while providing education and support to mothers and families after delivery
- Certified lactation specialist assisted in LATCH and new parent/infant family adaptations.
Dermatology Registered Nurse/ Clinical Preceptor/ Laser Safety Officer/Community Service Ambassador
Contour Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center
03.2006 - 05.2011
- Registered Nurse in a dermatological clinical setting
- Performed clinical assessments and referrals to the overseeing medical staff and implemented treatments per medical orders
- Established and implemented a Laser Safety program for training staff and onboarding laser nurses
- Created a community/public health education program while performing many volunteer skin cancer screenings
- First Assist with dermatological surgeries including Mohs micrographic surgery, blepharoplasty, liposuction, mini-facelifts, and multiple laser treatments
- Independently performed a variety of laser treatments and cosmetic injectables
- Worked as the lead nurse and preceptor for all nursing staff.
Education
Master of Science and Nursing - Primary Medical Practitioner
Walden University
05.2018
Baccalaureate in Science and Nursing -
California State University
12.2011
Associate Degree Science and Nursing -
Saddleback College
12.2005
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- Basic Life Support, 04/2026
- Advanced cardiac life support, 05/2026
- Society of Dermatological Nurse Practitioners, 08/2025
- California Board of Registered Nurses (RN), #676007, Licensed/active
- California Board of Registered Nurses (Nurse Practitioner), #95010035, Licensed/Active
- California Board of Registered Nurses (Furnishing), #95010035, Licensed/Active
- Washington State Department of Health Registered Nurse, #RN61266559, Licensed/Active
- Washington State Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, #AP61266559, Licensed/Active
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, #F07181047, Licensed/Active
- Society for Dermatological Nurse Practitioners, #2500627, Licensed/Active
- United States DEA, #MM5063778, Licensed/Active
Affiliations
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Society of Dermatological Nurse Practitioners
- American Association of Moderate Sedation Nurses (AAMSN)
- California Nurse Practitioner Association
- Dermatological Nurses Association (DNA)
Professional Development
- Core MedSource Dermatology Basic and Advanced Core Curriculum (June 2023)
- Medical Education Resources, Inc. The 4th Annual San Diego Dermatology Symposium (February 2023)
- Medical Education Resources, Inc. Scale Music City Dermatology Conference (May 2022)
- Fitzgerald Education Health Care Associates Advanced Pharmacology (December 2021)
- The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine, 44th Annual Hawaii Dermatology Symposium (February 2020)
- American Academy of Moderate Sedation Nurses CSRN certification Palm Springs CA (November 2018)
- Texoane International Clinical Conference, Madrid, Spain (October 2016)
- Intravenous Sedation Nurse Program, Okinawa, Japan (April 2016)
- Dermatology Nurses Association Conference San Francisco, CA (2009)
Mediapublication
- German Medical Center (2016) ND-Yag laser for lip-lightening, Instagram GMC, https://www.instagram.com/p/BN1aA14AgAW/?taken-by=gmcbahrain
- Women's Wellness, Desert Health News, https://deserthealthnews.com/story/addressing-womenssexual-health/?fbclid=IwAR2-1d41pyNK3A0cdfwgBZU_AWpjP99MskguTL6MqkDuNrrHaWAmQRcOHk
Community Service
- American Red Cross, 2011-2012
- Palm Springs Unified School District, Sun Safety Coordinator, School Nurse, 2009-2011
References
- Dr. John Feller, Radiologist/Clinical Director, Desert Medical Imaging, Indian Wells, California, fello0@icloud.com, (760) 776-8989
- Dr. Timothy Jochen, Dermatologist/CEO, Contour Dermatology Cosmetic Surgery Center, Rancho Mirage CA 92201, TJochen@contourderm.com, (760) 413-1852
- Dr. Michael Will, Family Physician/ Clinic Director/ Owner, Kerrigan/Will Family Medical Group, Palm Desert, CA 92211, (760) 360-0333
- Dr. Eduardo Garza, OBGYN, Fleur Women's Health, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270, (310) 739-5612
- Rick McCallister, Doctor of Nursing Practice-Midwifery, University of Minnesota, themanmidwife@gmail.com, (651) 900-1420
- Shawna Brennefleck, Advance Practice Nurse NP-C, Medical Associates of the Pacific (medical provider) Island Skin Solutions (Practice owner), MHII suite 100 Saipan, MP 96950, shawnabrenn@gmail.com, (670) 285-0783
- Norma Ada, MD, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Medical Associates of the Pacific (Practice owner), MHII suite 100 Saipan, MP 96950, docada@mapmedicine.com, (670) 323-9000
Timeline
Board Certified Dermatology APRN
Puyallup Dermatology Medical Clinic
01.2022 - 09.2024
Lead Nurse Practitioner Consultant Dermatology/ Primary Care Nurse Practitioner/ VA certified
Medical Associates of the Pacific
12.2020 - 01.2022
Advanced Practice Clinical Internship
My Family Clinic/ Naval Hospital Twenty-nine palms
02.2018 - 05.2018
Le Fleur Women's Health
Rancho Mirage
11.2017 - 02.2018
Board Certified Cosmetic and Dermatology Clinic Advanced Practice Nurse/ First Assist/ Clinical Trainer/Program Manager Quad A Surgical Facility
Contour Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery
07.2017 - 11.2020
Interventional Radiology and Intra-Operative Outpatient Clinic/Research Department. Advanced Practice Nurse/ Certified Sedation Nurse/ Safety Officer/Preceptor
Desert Medical Imaging
07.2017 - 05.2019
Kerrigan/Will Family Medical Group and Urgent Care Center
Palm Desert
07.2017 - 11.2017
International Clinical Nurse Specialist/ Nurse Manager CNO/ Safety Officer/Clinical Trainer
German Medical Center
07.2016 - 07.2017
Certified registered intravenous sedation nurse CSRN/ Safety Officer/Medical Surveillance Auditor
3rd Dental Battalion Camp Foster
04.2013 - 04.2016
Clinical Nurse Specialist, Labor and Delivery Nurse
Naval Hospital Okinawa
06.2011 - 04.2013
Dermatology Registered Nurse/ Clinical Preceptor/ Laser Safety Officer/Community Service Ambassador
Contour Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center
03.2006 - 05.2011
Master of Science and Nursing - Primary Medical Practitioner
Walden University
Baccalaureate in Science and Nursing -
California State University
Associate Degree Science and Nursing -
Saddleback College
- Basic Life Support, 04/2026
- Advanced cardiac life support, 05/2026
- Society of Dermatological Nurse Practitioners, 08/2025
- California Board of Registered Nurses (RN), #676007, Licensed/active
- California Board of Registered Nurses (Nurse Practitioner), #95010035, Licensed/Active
- California Board of Registered Nurses (Furnishing), #95010035, Licensed/Active
- Washington State Department of Health Registered Nurse, #RN61266559, Licensed/Active
- Washington State Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, #AP61266559, Licensed/Active
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, #F07181047, Licensed/Active
- Society for Dermatological Nurse Practitioners, #2500627, Licensed/Active
- United States DEA, #MM5063778, Licensed/Active
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