A passionate and collaborative bilingual Nurse Practitioner with 18 years of experience working as a health care provider. A detail oriented professional eager to provide the best evidence based medical care to my community.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Gilcrease Medical Group
07.2023 - Current
Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive care and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Implemented preventative care measures through routine physical exams, immunizations, screenings, and health education sessions.
Promoted healthy lifestyle choices among patients using motivational interviewing techniques and tailored education materials based on their needs or concerns.
Reduced hospital readmission rates by conducting thorough post-discharge follow-ups and ensuring patients adhered to prescribed care plans.
Optimized medication management through careful review of prescriptions, potential drug interactions, and side effects monitoring.
Utilized evidence-based practices to guide decision-making processes when developing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
Nurse Practitioner
Austin Geriatric Specialists
09.2022 - 06.2023
Assessed patient health conditions and developed individualized care plans.
Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
Initiated referrals to other healthcare specialists as necessary.
Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
Collaborated with physicians to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
Developed strategies for disease prevention and health promotion in the community setting.
Educated patients and families about medical treatments and self-care management techniques.
Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.
Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory disorders, or chronic diseases like diabetes or hypertension.
Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
Home Health Registered Nurse-PRN
Capitol Home Health & JOL Healthcare
12.2021 - 09.2022
Worked as a prn registered nurse for two agencies in home health.
Providing patient centered care, implementing care plans while collaborating with providers for orders.
Home Health Nurse and Case Manager
At Home Healthcare
05.2021 - 01.2022
Worked independently as a Case Manager/ Registered Nurse to provide optimal care to patients in their home.
Provided patient centered care to address education, disease management, and wound care needs.
Assisted other nursing and office staff to help with completion of their duties to promote a functional work environment.
Networked with local physician offices to recruit patients for our agency.
School Nurse
Hays CISD
08.2015 - 05.2021
Worked as an independent medical professional in an outpatient setting.
Performed various assessments on adults and adolescents ages 3-11 years old.
Frequently communicated with pediatricians and made referrals after assessing patients in school and providing them with medical treatments.
Served low-income families to promote wellness and healthy living.
Operated a campus with over 800 students and over 40 employees as the sole medical professional.
Maintained a fluent high-volume clinic assessing 40-50 patients a day.
Taught wellness and first aid classes to staff members.
Aesthetics RN
Ideal Image
05.2013 - 07.2016
Worked as a nurse in the aesthetic field.
Provided non-invasive services while collaborating with a physician.
Provided treatment plan for individuals according to skin type and goals.
Educated clients on pre and post care.
Used sales strategies and customer service to up sale clients.
Certified in Laser Hair removal, tattoo removal, & Cool Sculpt.
Registered Nurse (Emergency Room)
Seton Premier Staffing
06.2012 - 05.2013
Frequently cared for critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
Floated amongst all Seton ER Hospitals in Williamson, Travis, and Hays counties.
Worked directly with providers, physical therapist, and social workers to create a patient centered care plan.
Oriented Austin Community College Nursing students to the emergency room nursing profession.
Obtained much knowledge of various medications including expected outcomes, adverse reactions, and common side effects.
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner -
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
05.2023
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
02.2022
Achievements Organizations
Member of Texas Hill Country Nurse Practitioners (2021)
Member of Texas Nurse Practitioner Association (2021)
Austin Smiles Foundation Medical Mission Trip to Veracruz, Mexico (06/01/17)
Hays County Health Department Volunteer (2021)
Preceptor for Austin Community College and University of Texas students.
Certified in Cool Sculpt
Certified in Laser Hair Removal.
Timeline
Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Gilcrease Medical Group
07.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Austin Geriatric Specialists
09.2022 - 06.2023
Home Health Registered Nurse-PRN
Capitol Home Health & JOL Healthcare
12.2021 - 09.2022
Home Health Nurse and Case Manager
At Home Healthcare
05.2021 - 01.2022
School Nurse
Hays CISD
08.2015 - 05.2021
Aesthetics RN
Ideal Image
05.2013 - 07.2016
Registered Nurse (Emergency Room)
Seton Premier Staffing
06.2012 - 05.2013
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Masters of Science in Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner -