Certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in Cardiology. 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.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Parto Heart and Vascular
Los Angeles, CA
11.2023 - Current
Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
Assessed patient health conditions and developed individualized care plans.
Collaborated with physicians to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
Adhered to Cardiology centric guideline-directed therapy to improve patient care.
Provided pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients.
Assisted patients in understanding the risks and benefits of cardiac procedures.
Explained patient conditions, procedures and treatment protocols to patients and families.
Evaluated responses to treatments and interventions related to cardiovascular health issues.
Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.
Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
Intermediate Cardiac Surgery Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
11.2021 - Current
Works with patients post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, Valve repair/replacement surgery
Effectively provides a thorough patient assessment on admission and prior to discharge
Monitors patient's progress continuously and looks for proactive interventions for ongoing findings
Ensures effective development of patient education, discharge barriers, and possible outpatient medical needs
Works closely with interdisciplinary staff to achieve maximum optimal patient outcomes
Takes care of patients' status post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy, Intra-aortic Balloon pump, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement experience, etc
Monitors patient's progress continuously and looks for proactive interventions for ongoing findings
Works closely with multidisciplinary staff to achieve an individualized plan of care for patient's needs
Provides optimal patient and family comfort and support and answers their fears, anxiety, and ongoing treatment questions.
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Registered Nurse
PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
07.2019 - 11.2021
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Effectively provides a thorough patient assessment on admission and throughout the intensive care stay
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Works closely with interdisciplinary staff to achieve maximum optimal patient outcomes
Takes care of patients' status post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy, Intra-aortic Balloon pump, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement experience, etc
Works closely with multidisciplinary staff to achieve an individualized plan of care for patient's needs
Provides optimal patient and family comfort and support and answers their fears, anxiety, and ongoing treatment questions.
Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
Kaiser Permanente Beacon Gold Unit 10/2023 - 10/2026 Actively authored documents relating to achieve American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) Beacon Gold Status.
Daisy Award Nominee 2023
Daisy Award Winner 2020
Activities
Member of American College of Cardiology (ACC)
Member of American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Volunteer at New Story Church Soup Kitchen for the Homeless
Volunteer with Bethel Korean Church Medical Mission Trips
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Parto Heart and Vascular
11.2023 - Current
Intermediate Cardiac Surgery Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Registered Nurse
PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital
07.2019 - 11.2021
MSN-FNP -
West Coast University
BSN -
West Coast University
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