LOURDES CHACON HERNANDEZ
Miami Lakes,FL
Summary
Compassionate health professional with 20 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations as Family Practice Medicine specialist. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of EMR.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
CENTURION
04.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- We evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Explained side effects of medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
- Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- We evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- We have developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
Register Nurse
Centurion/South Florida Reception Center
04.2020 - Current
- Register Nurse with over two years of experience working in emergency settings and collaborating with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management, and lifestyle options.
- I trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined the next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
Register Behavior Technician
ABA'R US
04.2017 - Current
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Promoted positive interactions of children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
Transitional Case Manager Medicare FL
Sanitas Medical Center
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Case Manager with over two years of experience working with medicare patients reducing care costs without sacrificing quality through effective service coordination and multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage effective ongoing care plans for at-risk patients.
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures, and discharge equipment unavailability.
- Evaluated treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards.
- Developed referral to programs, specialists, special services to maintain long-term patient wellness.
- Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
- Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches, reducing burden on hospital resources.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Medical Assistant
South Florida Doctors Group
04.2017 - 11.2019
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, allergies, and follow up obtaining missing laboratories results prior to patient’s appointment
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assist with daily patient flow in areas as needed
- Gives direct patient care and performs indirect patient care activities, under the direction of a physician
- Performs EKG and maintain log
- Assists physician with examination as required and assists other staff members in providing patient care
- Checks equipment and supplies prior to use for function, inspection and expiration date
- Maintains quality control (i.e. Glucometer, eyewash, refrigerator temperature, DRE) and cleaning logs as needed.
- Complies with Infection Control and OSHA Regulations
- Maintain logging system for different procedures and enter nursing procedures and other information in the computer system
Primary Care Physician
Humberto Molina Hospital
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Developed, implemented, evaluated and altered plans of care for 20 patients per day.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to evaluate treatment efficacy.
- Maintained patient information, medical histories, reports and examination results.
- Coordinated and consulted with different specialists to treat high risk or complex patients.
- Prescribed and administered medication, therapy and treatment to prevent and treat illness, injury and disease.
- Delivered prenatal care to over 32 pregnant women per year and provided postnatal care to infants and mothers.
- Advised patients about diet and hygiene to prevent disease.
- Maintained high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care.
- Encouraged healthier living by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
- Identified lifestyle, physical and nutritional problems to refer patients to appropriate on-site and off-site resources.
- Ordered x-rays, ultrasounds and laboratory tests.
Primary Care Physician
Hospital V.I. Lenin
01.2000 - 06.2014
- Maintained high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care.
- Diagnosed issues and implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
- Admitted and treated patients as part of hospital's 24-hour on-call services.
- Reviewed patient records, medications and immunization statuses.
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Reviewed medical testing requests to determine validity of diagnostic testing requests.
- Identified alternative pain control methods to avoid use of opioids and other overly-abused narcotics.
- Analyzed test results and examination information for accurate patient diagnosis.
- Encouraged healthier living by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
- Consulted and coordinated patient care with other physicians, pharmacists and specialists.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Science in Nursing (FNP)
Miami Regional University
Miami, FL12.2022
Associated Degree in Nursing - Nursing
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE
Boca Raton, FL08.2020
Specialist in Clinical Farmacology - Medical
INSTITUTO DE CIENCIAS MEDICAS SANTIAGO DE CUBA
SANTIAGO DE CUBA, CUBA12.2009
Specialist in Family Medicine - Medical
INSTITUTO DE CIENCIAS MEDICAS SANTIAGO DE CUBA
SANTIAGO DE CUBA, CUBA12.2001
M.D. - MEDICAL
INSTITUTO DE CIENCIAS MEDICAS SANTIAGO DE CUBA
SANTIAGO DE CUBA, CUBA07.1996
Skills
- Interpreting Laboratory Results/ Radiographic studies/ EKG
- Written Communication
- Electronic Medical Record
- Acute and Chronic Health Issues
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Health and Wellness Education
- Able to establish strong rapport with all patients
- Comprehensive History/Physical Examination
- Disease Control/Prevention
- Languages: Bilingual (Spanish, English)
- Patient advocacy
- Intravenous therapy
- First ACLS/CPR
- Strong clinical judgement
- Charting and clinical documentation
LICENSES
Family Nurse Practitioner BC-Active/State of Florida
Register Nurse-Active/ Multistate
ACLS/BLS-Active
RBT-Active
PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Available upon request
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
CENTURION
04.2023 - Current
Transitional Case Manager Medicare FL
Sanitas Medical Center
01.2021 - 10.2022
Register Nurse
Centurion/South Florida Reception Center
04.2020 - Current
Register Behavior Technician
ABA'R US
04.2017 - Current
Medical Assistant
South Florida Doctors Group
04.2017 - 11.2019
Primary Care Physician
Humberto Molina Hospital
08.2014 - 10.2015
Primary Care Physician
Hospital V.I. Lenin
01.2000 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Master of Science in Nursing (FNP)
Miami Regional University
Associated Degree in Nursing - Nursing
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH CARE
Specialist in Clinical Farmacology - Medical
INSTITUTO DE CIENCIAS MEDICAS SANTIAGO DE CUBA
Specialist in Family Medicine - Medical
INSTITUTO DE CIENCIAS MEDICAS SANTIAGO DE CUBA
M.D. - MEDICAL
INSTITUTO DE CIENCIAS MEDICAS SANTIAGO DE CUBA
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