Linda Velasquez
Pharr TX | Relocating To San Antonio,TX
Summary
Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with 9+ years of progressive RN experience in high-acuity medical-surgical nursing, chronic disease management, and home dialysis, complemented by 720 supervised clinical hours in family medicine and primary care across the lifespan. Experienced in comprehensive assessment, differential diagnosis, evidence-based treatment planning, preventive care, medication management, diagnostic interpretation, and patient education. Proven ability to manage medically complex patients, recognize clinical deterioration, coordinate multidisciplinary care, and communicate effectively with physicians and healthcare teams. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Relocating to San Antonio, TX.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-Home Therapies/Peritoneal Dialysis
U.S. Renal Care
McAllen, TX
06.2019 - Current
- Managed a complex caseload of patients with ESRD receiving home peritoneal dialysis, performing comprehensive assessments and identifying changes in clinical status requiring intervention or escalation.
- Assess and triage acute and chronic concerns including fluid-volume abnormalities, hypertension/hypotension, infection/peritonitis concerns, catheter complications, medication-related issues, and dialysis treatment complications.
- Collaborate directly with nephrologists to communicate clinical findings, obtain and implement treatment orders, coordinate diagnostic testing, and facilitate timely escalation of care when indicated.
- Reviewed laboratory trends and clinical parameters to optimize renal replacement therapy, anemia management, mineral and bone disease, adequacy, volume status, and nutritional status in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
- Provided longitudinal chronic-disease management and tailored education for patients and caregivers to effectively manage complex medical conditions in a home setting.
- Trained and assessed patient competency in CAPD/CCPD, aseptic technique, catheter care, cycler operation, and recognition of complications, ensuring adherence to medication and treatment protocols.
- Participate in after-hours/on-call clinical triage for home dialysis patients, determining appropriate intervention and escalation to nephrologists, emergency services, or higher levels of care.
- Coordinate care across nephrology, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, pharmacies, laboratories, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain comprehensive EMR documentation and regulatory compliance with CMS, infection-prevention, quality, and home-dialysis standards.
FNP Student-360 Clinical Hours
RGV Wellness and Family Clinic
McAllen, TX
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Performed comprehensive histories and physical examinations, formulated differential diagnoses, and developed evidence-based treatment plans.
- Evaluated patients across the lifespan for acute complaints, chronic disease follow-up, and preventive visits under FNP preceptorship.
- Managed medication regimens, provided patient counseling, coordinated preventative care, and developed follow-up plans.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging, accurately documenting patient encounters in EHR.
- Preceptor: Estela Cedillo, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC | 360 Clinical Hours
FNP Student, 360 CLINICAL HOURS
Hero Family Medicine
McAllen, TX
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Formulated differential diagnosis and treatment plans, ordered laboratory and diagnostic imaging studies, and delivered preventive care counseling to enhance patient outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive health histories and physical examinations across the lifespan, presenting clinical findings to facilitate physician review.
- Recorded patient encounters in EHR and coordinated follow-up recommendations with supervising physician to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisted in clinical training under supervision of José Rodriguez, MD, completing 360 clinical hours.
RN - Medical-Surgical
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
Edinburg, TX
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Delivered direct nursing care to adults with acute and chronic medical conditions in a high acuity hospital, contributing to patient stabilization and recovery.
- Administered medications, IV fluids, blood products, and prescribed treatments while monitoring clinical response, ensuring timely interventions for changes in condition.
- Provided disease-management and discharge education to patients and families, enhancing understanding and adherence to care plans.
- Participated in rapid-response and code events and precepted new nurses and nursing students.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing in Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2022
Associate Degree - Nursing
South Texas College
McAllen, TX10-2016
Skills
- Differential diagnosis formulation
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Medication management
- Chronic disease management
- EHR documentation
- Patient education
Personal Information
- Title: BOARD CERTIFIED FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER | PRIMARY CARE | 9+ YEARS RN EXPERIENCE
- Availability: Relocating to San Antonio, TX
Certification
Family Nurse Practitioner- Certified (FNP-C), AANP, Texas APRN License | Prescriptive Authority, Texas Registered ruse License, BLS, expires April 2027
Languages
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- English (Proficient), Spanish (Proficient)
Core Clinical Competencies
Primary Care Across the Lifespan | Comprehensive Assessment | Differential Diagnosis | Acute & Chronic Disease Management | Preventative Care | Medication Management | Laboratory & Diagnostic Interpretation | Patient Education | Care Coordination | Clinical Triage | Chronic Kidney Disease & ESRD | Peritoneal Dialysis | EHR Documentation | Bilingual English/Spanish
Timeline
FNP Student-360 Clinical Hours
RGV Wellness and Family Clinic
08.2025 - 11.2025
FNP Student, 360 CLINICAL HOURS
Hero Family Medicine
02.2025 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse-Home Therapies/Peritoneal Dialysis
U.S. Renal Care
06.2019 - Current
RN - Medical-Surgical
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
01.2016 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Nursing in Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Associate Degree - Nursing
South Texas College