Sandra Nungaray
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to pediatric patients and their families, while expanding knowledge and expertise in holistic healthcare. Demonstrates perseverance, passion, quick learning abilities, strong work ethic, and unwavering dedication. Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with 19 years of experience in pediatrics, including NICU. Possesses excellent assessment skills and quickly adapts to new environments. Maintains a friendly demeanor when interacting with patients and colleagues. Self-motivated professional with excellent communication skills. Fluent in both English and Spanish. Proficient in clerical tasks and computer operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Migrant Health Services
2022.05 - Current
- fSupervisor Name: Dr. David Isaac
- Supervisor Contact: 915-838-1914
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Assess acute, non-acute and chronic clinical and psychological diagnoses in unaccompanied migrant minors from birth through young adulthood to provide the full spectrum of primary care health services
- Prescribe comprehensive therapeutic treatment plans, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies
- Interpret and analyze, order appropriate medication and treatment, provide staff education, and initiate a therapeutic plan with a problem list in accordance with medical practice
- Collaborate with physicians/specialties and other team members regarding pediatric/adolescent patient management, to include evaluating and revising therapeutic plans
- Provide educational management to pediatric/adolescent patients regarding health promotion, disease processes and diagnostic tests; the therapeutic regimen including medication, diet and follow-up
- On call for centers, particularly responding to health questions over the telephone offering careful diagnosis and treatment plan of patients without physically seeing them through knowledge of illness and injury
- Proficient in E Clinical Works and Point Click Care EMR systems for patient documentation.
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Pediatric Partners El Paso
2018.07 - 2022.05
- Supervisor Name: Dr. Jose Prieto
- Supervisor Contact: 915-591-7704
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Assess, screen, evaluate, and diagnose children from birth through young adulthood to provide the full spectrum of primary care health services
- Prescribe comprehensive therapeutic treatment plans, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies
- Refer patients to collaborative members of the health care team when indicated
- Interpret and analyze labs and diagnostic studies, order appropriate medication and treatment, and initiate a therapeutic plan
- Liaised with specialists to determine best course of action for patients.
- Provide educational management to pediatric/adolescent patients and their families regarding health promotion, disease processes and diagnostic tests; the therapeutic regimen including medication, diet and follow-up
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, building trust and facilitating open communication about health concerns.
- Telehealth visits
- Proficient in Practice Fusion EMR, PHIX
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
El Paso Kids Klinic
2016.12 - 2018.06
- Supervisor Name: Dr. Huma Lodhi
- Supervisor Contact: 915-225-3807
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Assess, screen, evaluate, and diagnose children from birth through young adulthood to provide the full spectrum of primary care health services
- Prescribe comprehensive therapeutic treatment plans, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies
- Refer patients to collaborative members of the health care team when indicated
- Provide educational management to pediatric/adolescent patients and their families regarding health promotion, disease processes and diagnostic tests; the therapeutic regimen including medication, diet and follow-up
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Designated Charge Registered Nurse
The Hospitals of Providence East Campus
2011.01 - 2016.12
- Supervisor Name: RN Yvette Felix
- Supervisor Contact: 915-932-2000
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Provide care to premature and critically ill Level II and Level III newborns
- Attend and assist in the assessment of the newborn in high-risk deliveries and C-sections
- Contribute knowledge and mentoring skills as a preceptor for GN residency nursing students
- Provide care of pre- and post-operative care for cardiac catheterization and PEG placements
- Assist in procedures to include intubations, chest tube insertion, lumbar punctures, and central lines
- Monitor patients with multiple life-sustaining drips and with ventilator support
- Teach infant CPR class to family members preparing for discharge
- PICC line insertion
- Participate in pediatric and neonatal codes
- Preceptor to new staff, GN's, and students
- A STABLE, NRP, and BLS instructor for hospital staff
- Start and direct NICU support group for families
- Proficient in providing breastfeeding education and assistance
- RNC-NICU certified
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Travel Registered Nurse
Tripler Army Medical Center
2010.10 - 2011.01
- Supervisor Name: RN Kelli Yamamura
- Supervisor Contact: 888-683-2778
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Provide nursing care to Level 3 neonates, such as post-operative patients, micro-preemies, and infants with congenital anomalies
- Resource for residents
- Translator for Spanish-speaking parents
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Charge Registered Nurse
The Hospitals of Providence East Campus
2008.04 - 2010.10
- Supervisor Name: RN Sonia Lopez
- Supervisor Contact: 915-832-2000
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Established policies and procedures and unit protocols for new NICU unit
- Launched STABLE program and certified all employees specified
- NRP instructor for staff
- PICC line insertions
- Coordinated Infant CPR classes for parents
- Peer interview committee for new employees
- Ordered unit supplies
- Preceptor to new staff, GN's, nursing students
- Provide care of pre- and post-operative care for cardiac catheterization
- Assist in procedures to include intubations, chest tube insertion, lumbar punctures, and central lines
- Monitor patients with multiple life-sustaining drips and with ventilator support
Neonatal Intensive Unit Registered Nurse
Las Palmas Medical Center
2004.09 - 2008.04
- Supervisor Name: RN Arleen Cazares
- Supervisor Contact: 915-521-1200
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Launched the STABLE program and worked in the certification of all employees specified
- Preceptor for GN's and nursing students
- Provide nursing care to Level 3 neonates, such as pre and post-operative care, micro-preemies, and infants with congenital anomalies
- Teach infant CPR class to family members preparing for discharge
- PICC line insertion
- STABLE and NRP instructor for staff
Education
Master of Science in Nursing, Primary Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program -
University of Texas in El Paso
08.2016
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas in El Paso
05.2004
Skills
- Advanced Assessment
- Family-centered care
- Collaborative Practice
- Nutrition counseling
- Telehealth services
- Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Excellent Communication
- Bilingual
- Texas Health Steps
Professional Licensure
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Texas (#709107)
- Advanced Practice Nurse, Texas (#AP132597)
- DEA license active
Affiliations
- NAPNAP
Certification
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner- Primary Care- 10/15/2016, expires 2/28/25
CPR/BLS
Timeline
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Migrant Health Services
2022.05 - Current
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Pediatric Partners El Paso
2018.07 - 2022.05
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
El Paso Kids Klinic
2016.12 - 2018.06
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Designated Charge Registered Nurse
The Hospitals of Providence East Campus
2011.01 - 2016.12
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Travel Registered Nurse
Tripler Army Medical Center
2010.10 - 2011.01
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Charge Registered Nurse
The Hospitals of Providence East Campus
2008.04 - 2010.10
Neonatal Intensive Unit Registered Nurse
Las Palmas Medical Center
2004.09 - 2008.04
Master of Science in Nursing, Primary Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program -
University of Texas in El Paso
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas in El Paso
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner- Primary Care- 10/15/2016, expires 2/28/25
CPR/BLS
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