Misty Romero Rivera, MSN, APNP, FNP-C
Columbus,WI
Summary
Compassionate and knowledgeable pediatric nurse practitioner, experienced in pediatric patient care, focusing on comprehensive health assessments and individualized treatment plans. Utilizes clinical expertise to ensure optimal patient outcomes and support family education. Knowledge of effective communication and empathetic care, ensuring nurturing and supportive environment for patients and their families.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
UW Health
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for pediatric patients to identify medical needs.
- Educated families on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Assisted in managing acute and chronic illnesses through evidence-based practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging medical situations.
- Provided anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practices.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Access Community Health Center
06.2018 - 04.2025
- Work in a federally qualified healthcare center providing primary care medical services to a diverse patient population.
- Examine and treat patients independently. Collaborate with colleagues and other healthcare professionals on an as needed basis.
- Ensure proper illness, injury care, and disease prevention within the primary care setting.
- Perform minor in clinic procedures including wart treatment, wound care, and IUD removals.
- Accurate and timely medical documentation.
Registered Nurse
UW Health
07.2005 - 06.2018
- Throughout my time within the UW system, I worked numerous roles including inpatient pediatric care, outpatient pediatric surgery, float nurse within the pediatric specialty clinics, pediatric diabetes care, pediatric after-hours clinic and RN within the juvenile detention center.
- Worked closely with team members to provide patient centered care to pediatric patients.
- Provided one on one patient education to patients and their family/caregiver to aid in improved diabetes control and prevent long-term medical complications.
- Administered needed medications and assisted providers with minor in-clinic procedures.
- Provided care to inmates at the juvenile detention center providing education, medication management, mental health screenings alongside my physician colleague.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Concordia University of Wisconsin
Mequon12-2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarke University
Dubuque, IA05-2005
Skills
- Acute illness treatment
- Well childhood exams
- Family guidance
- Good communicator
- Team player as well as highly independent
Certification
- Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber, Wisconsin – License # 8307
- Family Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners – License # F02180495
- Registered Nurse, Wisconsin Board of Nursing – License # 151619
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association - 2025
Timeline
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
UW Health
05.2025 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Access Community Health Center
06.2018 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse
UW Health
07.2005 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Nursing
Concordia University of Wisconsin
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarke University