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Ruth Ramirez

Las Vegas,Nevada

Summary

Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with [20] years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Solutions
01.2000 - 08.2022
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
  • Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.

Nurse Manager

VA Hospital
01.1980 - 01.2000
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
  • Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
  • Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
  • Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
  • Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.

Education

MBA -

South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD
01.1987

Skills

  • Compliance Reporting Expertise
  • Medical Imaging
  • Patient Rights
  • Patient Observation
  • Medication Administration
  • Diagnostic Screenings
  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Individualized Care Plans
  • HIPAA Guidelines
  • Patient Rehabilitation

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Solutions
01.2000 - 08.2022

Nurse Manager

VA Hospital
01.1980 - 01.2000

MBA -

South Dakota State University

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