MARY FRANCES CAPEY
Miami
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with over three years of experience providing high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings. Adept at diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic conditions while emphasizing patient education and preventive care. Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a patient-centered approach contribute to improved health outcomes. Passionate about professional development and seeking opportunities for growth in a dynamic healthcare environment. Eager to leverage advanced clinical skills, leadership abilities, and evidence-based practice to enhance patient care and contribute to a forward-thinking healthcare team
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Colon and Rectal Surgery APRN
University of Miami Health System
02.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Miami Dade College Medical Campus
08.2021 - Current
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Managed development of the Benjamin Leon Nursing program for use in expansion of curriculum delivery options for entry-level students.
- Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
- Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
Critical Care Registered Nurse- Surgical ICU
University of Miami Hospital
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Prescribes, coordinates, evaluates, and delivers patient care through collaborative efforts with members of the interdisciplinary team in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care and practices
- Initiation and management of rapid transfusions, CRRT, HD, Roto-Prone, hypothermia protocol (Artic Sun)
- Monitor/manage critically ill patients by applying critical thinking skills
- Collaborated 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.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Clinical Lab Simulation Specialist
Miami Dade Medical Campus
08.2017 - 08.2021
- Conducts pre/post-simulation scenarios and coordinates related activities; provides set-up/removal and technical support
- Provides support to faculty and staff with technologies involving clinical simulation research and effective teaching strategies in a simulated environment
- Contributes to the development and continuous improvement of healthcare
- Works in conjunction with administrators and faculty to conceptualize case scenarios using evidence-based research and best practices that address student learning program simulation.
Trauma ICU Nurse
Kendall Regional Medical Center
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families
- Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods
- Monitor/manage critically ill patients by applying critical thinking skills
- Assist physicians and critical care team with bedside procedures and emergencies
- Management of Trauma/ Burn patients
- Manage of patients on mechanical ventilation.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult- Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Miami
08.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Nova Southeastern University (NSU)
05.2017
Associates of Arts in Pre-Nursing -
Miami-Dade Community College
05.2014
Skills
- Effective Written and Verbal Communication
- Physician Support
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical thinking
Licensure Certification
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, 11015820, Florida Department of Health, 04/2027
- Registered Nurse, 9466361, Florida Department of Health, 04/2027
- Adult Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC), ANCC, 10/2026
Accomplishments
- Chief Residents Clinical Appreciation Award (2024)
- Collaborating with Quality Improvement and Clinical Transformation department to improve surgical outcomes in Colorectal patients
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Skills
- Advanced Level Diagnoses
- Health Promotion
- Diagnosis and Treatment
Certification
- Adult Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC), ANCC October 2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association November 2025
- Advances Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association November 2025
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) American Heart Association November 2025
Timeline
Colon and Rectal Surgery APRN
University of Miami Health System
02.2022 - Current
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Miami Dade College Medical Campus
08.2021 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse- Surgical ICU
University of Miami Hospital
10.2018 - 02.2022
Trauma ICU Nurse
Kendall Regional Medical Center
10.2017 - 10.2018
Clinical Lab Simulation Specialist
Miami Dade Medical Campus
08.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Nova Southeastern University (NSU)
Associates of Arts in Pre-Nursing -
Miami-Dade Community College
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult- Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Miami
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