Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
E X P E R T I S E
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Luz D. Rodriguez Pena

Serenity Palliative Care
Union,NJ
Luz D. Rodriguez Pena
2
Languages
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience

Compassionate and dedicated Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of progressive nursing experience providing high-quality, patient-centered care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations across diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in delivering comprehensive, evidence-based care to patients with complex acute and chronic medical conditions while fostering trusting relationships with patients and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. Committed to improving quality of life through compassionate symptom management, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient and family education, and shared decision-making. Recognized for exceptional clinical judgment, adaptability, strong communication skills, and a holistic approach to caring for individuals with serious illness and those requiring palliative and end-of-life care.

Work History

Nurse Practitioner

1 Year 2 Months
Serenity Palliative Care | 06.2025 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop personalized care plans.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to improve quality of life for patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
  • Educated patients and families on palliative care options and symptom management techniques.

Registered Nurse

4 Years 1 Month
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center | 01.2022 - 02.2026

Registered Nurse

4 Years 5 Months
Essex County Hospital | 11.2020 - 04.2025

Registered Nurse

3 Years 2 Months
Aveanna Health Services | 10.2018 - 12.2021

LPN

6 Years 11 Months
Epic Health Services | 11.2011 - 10.2018

Licensed Nurse

7 Years
ResCare Homecare | 01.2011 - 01.2018

Licensed Nurse

2 Years 11 Months
Compassionate Care Hospice | 11.2011 - 10.2014

Education

Master of Science - NP

South University | Savannah, GA | 01-2023
  • Family Practice Clinic: Completed 850 clinical hours providing care to adult patients, focusing on comprehensive health assessments, preventative care, and managing acute and chronic conditions. Gained hands-on experience in patient education, care coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • 3.90 GPA while completing rigorous advanced nursing coursework, showcasing a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and clinical expertise.
  • Internal medicine- Centro Medico Iberoamericano-Dr. Ramon Sandoval- Paterson, NJ October 2022- December 2022.
  • Pediatrics- Clinica Hispana Divina Salud- Dr.Anisleidy Costa FNP- Houston, TX August 2022- September 2022
  • Special Care OB/Gyn- Dr.Meena Devalla MD -Newark, NJ June 2022- July2022.
  • Internal Medicine-Centro Medico Iberoamericano-Dr. Ramon Sandoval- Paterson, NJ March 2022- May 2022
  • Internal Medicine Centro Medico Iberoamericano-Dr. Ramon Sandoval- Paterson, NJ January 2022- March 2022

Bachelor of Science - RN

Sacred Heart University | Puerto Rico | 08-2020

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

HoHoKus-Hackensack School | Hackensack, NJ | 07-2011

Skills

Patient assessment
Clinical documentation
Direct patient care
Differential diagnosis
Treatment planning
Chronic disease management
Health education and counseling
Patient discharge planning

Certification

  • Certified Nurse Practitioner New Jersey State Board of Nursing November 2024-May 2026
  • Registered Professional Nurse, New Jersey/ New York State Board of Nursing May 2018- May - 2026
  • BLS certification, American Heart Association January 2024-January 2026

E X P E R T I S E

  • Palliative & Supportive Care
  • Advanced Symptom Assessment & Management
  • Pain Management & Opioid Stewardship
  • Serious Illness Conversations
  • Goals of Care & Advance Care Planning
  • End-of-Life Care & Hospice Management
  • Family & Caregiver Education and Support
  • Complex Chronic Disease Management
  • Evidence-Based Clinical Practice
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Patient-Centered Care Planning
  • Medication Management & Deprescribing
  • Prognosis & Disease Trajectory Discussions
  • Ethical Decision-Making in Healthcare
  • Cultural Competency & Compassionate Care
  • Quality Improvement & Patient Safety
  • Electronic Health Records (Epic, Cerner, etc.)
  • Care Coordination Across Healthcare Settings

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner

Serenity Palliative Care
06.2025 - CurrentRead More

Registered Nurse

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
01.2022 - 02.2026Read More

Registered Nurse

Essex County Hospital
11.2020 - 04.2025Read More

Registered Nurse

Aveanna Health Services
10.2018 - 12.2021Read More

LPN

Epic Health Services
11.2011 - 10.2018Read More

Licensed Nurse

Compassionate Care Hospice
11.2011 - 10.2014Read More

Licensed Nurse

ResCare Homecare
01.2011 - 01.2018Read More

HoHoKus-Hackensack School

LPN from Licensed Practical Nurse
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Sacred Heart University

Bachelor of Science from RN
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South University

Master of Science from NP
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Luz D. Rodriguez Pena