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MARCELA SAJFR
Cupertino,CA
Summary
UCSF-trained Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to advancing community health through compassionate care and evidence-based practices. Exceptional clinical skills and a proven track record in managing both acute and chronic diseases across diverse patient populations. Committed to fostering lasting relationships with patients while promoting health equity and wellness within the community.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner
Sutter Health
San Jose, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Independent diagnosis and management of cardiovascular disease with focus on quality of life.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cardiac cases.
- Improvment quality of care by incorporating the newest evidence based practice technologies and advancements in cardiology.
- Developing strong relationships with patients and their families by providing tailored care plans and addressing individual concerns.
- Educated patients on cardiovascular health management and lifestyle modifications.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best practices in cardiology through continuous professional development opportunities.
- Fostered strong relationships with referring physicians by maintaining open lines of communication regarding patient progress and outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Cardiology
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
CA
08.2014 - 12.2022
- Supervise cardiac evaluation testing, including stress echocardiograms, treadmills, nuclear stress tests, and bubble studies.
- Triage and assist in treatment of unstable patients.
- Conduct implantable device interrogations and re-programming.
- Perform analysis of cardiac testing, including EKGs, Zio patches, and ambulatory blood pressure monitors.
Registered Nurse, Urgent Care (Per diem)
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
CA
12.2014 - 01.2021
- Assess, plan, and evaluate nursing care for patients with different level of disease and injuries.
- Administer oral, injectable, and IV medications; apply dressings, including Ortho-Glass splinting.
Registered Nurse, Cardiology
Heart and Vascular Associates
CA
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Provided preventative and interventional cardiology medical support to four physicians.
- Performed routine and scheduled stress echocardiogram, EKGs, and protime tests.
- Coordinated interventional procedure scheduling, including angiograms, pacemaker implants, and transesophageal echocardiograms.
- Assisted patients with laboratory orders and communicated to patients results and care plans based on physician’s evaluation.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA01.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
De Anza College
CA01.2013
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Self motivation
- Health promotion
- Heart failure management
- Arrhythmia management
Certification
- AANP- American Association of Nurse Practitioners 2022
- CCKE - Certified Cardiovascular Knowledge Certification Expected November 2026
- RN- Registered Nurse 2013
- CPR - American Heart Association 2024
- ACLS - American Heart Association 2024
Interests
Timeline
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner
Sutter Health
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Urgent Care (Per diem)
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
12.2014 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Cardiology
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
08.2014 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Cardiology
Heart and Vascular Associates
07.2013 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Jose State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
De Anza College
Master of Science - Nursing
University of California, San Francisco
Professional Development
- AANP - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- NEJM - New England Journal of Medicine
- ACC - American College of Cardiology