Experienced Nurse Practitioner with 12 years of clinical experience responsible for providing high-quality care to patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions in both inpatient/ambulatory settings.
Order diagnostic testing including ECGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, left/right heart catheterizations, transesophageal echocardiograms.
Review interpretation and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with a cardiologist.
Manage acute and chronic cardiac conditions such as hypertension, heart failure, coronary artery disease, and arrhythmias.
Work closely with cardiologists, thoracic surgeons, and ancillary teams to provide integrated patient care.
Coordinate transitions of care and manage ongoing cardiac health.
Coordinate outpatient follow ups.
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner
Stamford Hospital cath lab
Stamford, CT
09.2016 - 09.2018
Conduct 5-10 comprehensive history and physical exam, interpreting ECGs and lab results with advanced assessment of patients before, during and after procedures.
Review diagnostic preoperative testing expert knowledge of percutaneous coronary intervention, angiography, and structural heart.
Expertise in managing arterial/venous access sites, interpret real-time hemodynamics, and manage complications
Manage discharge instructions including medication adjustments
Work with multidisciplinary teams, including cardiologists, RNs, and technologists.
Educated patients and families on post-procedure care and lifestyle modifications.