Marcela Z. Bermudez
North Little Rock,AR
Summary
Duke-trained Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with experience in high-acuity inpatient, orthopedic/spine, and emergency care settings, supported by 5+ years in orthopedic and trauma surgery. Currently practicing at a Level I Trauma academic medical center, delivering complex, evidence-based care and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes. Bilingual in Spanish. Relocating to Orlando, FL Summer 2026.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
APRN – Orthopedic & Spine Surgery (Inpatient)
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
Little Rock, Arkansas
04.2025 - Current
- Managed inpatient orthopedic and spine surgery patients, overseeing perioperative care, addressing post-operative complications, and facilitating discharge planning
- Provided comprehensive post-operative management, focusing on effective pain control, facilitating mobility progression, and monitoring for complications
- Coordinated care across surgical, therapy, and case management teams to ensure safe patient transitions and enhance clinical outcomes
APRN – Emergency Department & Observation Unit
UAMS Medical Center (Level I Trauma)
Little Rock, Arkansas
06.2024 - Current
- Managed high-acuity patients in ED and observation unit, conducting rapid assessments and diagnostic interpretations to implement evidence-based interventions for complex medical and surgical cases
- Executed advanced clinical decision-making for admissions, discharges, and observation management, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Identified and addressed clinical deterioration, initiating timely interventions and escalating care to enhance patient safety and recovery
Registered Nurse – Float Pool
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
Little Rock, Arkansas
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided comprehensive patient care in acute settings across general surgery, orthopedics, vascular surgery, urology, gynecology, and gastrointestinal/colorectal surgery.
- Rapidly adapted to varying unit workflows while maintaining high-quality, safe patient care
Travel RN – Med/Surg
Cross Country
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed high patient volumes in fast-paced, resource-limited environments during COVID-19 surges.
- Provided care for acutely ill medical patients with respiratory compromise and infectious conditions.
- Adapted quickly to new healthcare systems and teams with minimal orientation.
Orthopedic & Trauma Surgery Nurse
UNC Medical Center
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
06.2017 - 11.2022
- Provided care for patients with high-acuity traumatic injuries, including gunshot wounds (GSW), motor vehicle collisions (MVC) and complex orthopedic and general surgical trauma
- Managed post-operative and acute trauma patients including fractures, polytrauma, and surgical interventions requiring close monitoring and rapid clinical response
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify early signs of complications such as hemorrhage, infection, compartment syndrome, and neurovascular compromise, escalating care as needed.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing - AGACNP
Duke University
Durham, NC05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Miami
Miami, FL12-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
UNC Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC08-2014
Skills
- Acute Care & Inpatient Management
- Orthopedic & Spine Surgery
- Trauma & Emergency Care
- Observation Medicine
- Perioperative Management
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Education
Certification
• Florida APRN License, APRN11029295, Expires: 04/27
• ANCC AGACNP-BC, Expires: 10/28
• ACLS, Expires: 08/27
• BLS, Expires: 08/27
• ANCC AGACNP-BC, Expires: 10/28
• ACLS, Expires: 08/27
• BLS, Expires: 08/27
Timeline
APRN – Orthopedic & Spine Surgery (Inpatient)
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
04.2025 - Current
APRN – Emergency Department & Observation Unit
UAMS Medical Center (Level I Trauma)
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse – Float Pool
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
06.2023 - 06.2024
Travel RN – Med/Surg
Cross Country
11.2022 - 06.2023
Orthopedic & Trauma Surgery Nurse
UNC Medical Center
06.2017 - 11.2022
Master of Science - Nursing - AGACNP
Duke University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Miami
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
UNC Chapel Hill