Rebecca Polanco MSN FNP-C
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate newly graduated Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Health By Design
San Antonio, TX
04.2022 - Current
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Registered Nurse
Methodist Childrens Hospital
San Antonio, TX
04.2010 - Current
- 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.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse
Christus Santa Rosa Health System
San Antonio, TX
05.2009 - 04.2010
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
South Texas Regional Medical Center
Jourdanton , Texas
05.2005 - 04.2009
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX05.2005
Skills
- Medical Screening
- Medical History Review
- Health Needs Education
- Health Promotion
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Critical Care Nursing
- Individualized Care Plans
- Women's Health Exams
- Behavior Modification
- Standards of Care
- Diagnostic Interventions
- Physical Examinations
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Test Results Interpretation
- Medication Prescribing
- Disease Prevention Education
- Primary Care
- Diabetes and Nutrition Treatments
- Preventive Care
Certification
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioner Certification FNP-C (F07221731)- July 27, 2022 through July 26, 2027.
- Texas Board of Nursing APRN -CNP License number 1090298- August 18, 2022- April 30, 2024.
- Texas Board of Nursing Registered Nurse License number 717843. June 28, 2005 - April 30, 2024.
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support.
- ENPC- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
- TNCC- Trauma Nursing Core Course
- BLS- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Health By Design
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Methodist Childrens Hospital
04.2010 - Current
Registered Nurse
Christus Santa Rosa Health System
05.2009 - 04.2010
Registered Nurse
South Texas Regional Medical Center
05.2005 - 04.2009
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
San Antonio College
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