Susan Vasquez
Winter Garden,FL
Summary
Empathetic bilingual nurse practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Team-oriented, reliable, enthusiastic, and well-equipped to apply the knowledge, skills, and judgement to provide primary care services. Bringing over 6 years of experience of success in critical care nursing. Expertise in diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions alongside the healthcare team. Being adaptable to an ever-changing environment, I am sure to excel in the practice as a nurse practitioner.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internal Medicine Clinical Rotation
Rigdon Medical Center
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Met with more than 16 patients each day in dynamic internal medicine setting.
- Analyze and interpret information collected from patients, medical records, history of present illness, physical findings, and diagnostics results to develop and stablish appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and clinical efficiency.
- Documented and discussed historical medical information, recent symptoms and current complaints at each visit to maintain comprehensive records.
- Ordered and interpreted tests and analyzed records, reports and examination information to diagnose patient condition.
- Adhere to best treatment guidelines for screening, diagnostics, and treatments.
Family Medicine Clinical Rotation
Excel Pediatrics And Family Care
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided variety of services including primary care and urgent care services as needed, addressing acute illnesses and injuries promptly and effectively to more than 16 patients daily.
- Caring for patients of all ages.
- Collaborate with precentor to provide appropriate care to patients following clinical practice guidelines, to order and recommenced diagnostics, treatments, and screening tailored to patient's needs.
- Encouraged healthier living by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
- Obtaining health history, physical assessments, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, diagnosing health problems, and managing patients' various conditions.
Women's Health Clinical Rotation
Obstetrics And Gynecology Of Central Florida
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Cared for over 20 patients daily.
- Performed hormone level tests and treatments for women experiencing hormone imbalances and for women dealing with postpartum depression.
- Warned women of risks of sexually transmitted diseases and educated on methods of prevention.
- Reduced health complications in pregnant women by closely monitoring their conditions and adjusting treatments as needed.
- Collaborated with preceptor to manage overall healthcare needs of obstetric-gynecologic patients, fostering coordinated approach to patient care.
- Educated patients on contraceptive options, empowering them to make informed decisions about family planning and sexual health.
- Developed patient education materials on topics such as prenatal nutrition, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care practices to enhance overall maternal-child health knowledge.
- Promoted women's health by conducting regular screenings for cervical cancer, sexually transmitted infections, and other reproductive health concerns.
Family Medicine Clinical Rotation
Dr. Thiery O. Jacquemin Internal Medicine
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided variety of services including primary care and urgent care services as needed, addressing acute illnesses and injuries promptly and effectively for over 15 patients per day.
- In collaboration with supervising physician, and following clinical practice guidelines, ordered and recommenced diagnostics, treatments, and screening tailored to patient's needs.
- Encouraged healthier living by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
- Obtaining health history, physical assessments, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, diagnosing health problems, and managing patients' various conditions.
Primary Care Endocrinology Clinical Rotation
Regency Endocrinology Diabetes And Metabolism
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories for approximately 16 patients daily.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities for patient with endocrine related conditions.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
- EMR Practice Fusion
CLINICAL DECISION UNIT NURSE
ADVENTHEALTH WINTER GARDEN
10.2023 - Current
- 8 bed unit alongside hospital's emergency department
- Reducing hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support for patients transitioning into their communities.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively with nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and doctors.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Hospital skin integrity surveyor for quality assurance program.
- Professional Excellence Program (PEP) champion and liaison, helping colleagues grow in their nursing roles.
PROGRESSIVE CARE UNIT NURSE
ADVENTHEALTH APOPKA
06.2022 - 07.2023
- This is 30 bed unit
- Caring for patients with variety of chronic and acute conditions
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
SURGICAL PROGRESSIVE CARE UNIT
ADVENTHEALTH DAYTONA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Highly acute setting with 36 beds, collaborating with interdisciplinary team to assess and diagnose acutely ill patients
- Alert to emergent situations, promptly intervened, and contacted appropriate provider per hospital policies and procedures
- Preceptor
TRAVEL NURSE TELEMETRY
JACKSON MEMORIAL
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Level one trauma center with 36 beds in unit
- Worked with acute and chronically ill patients, including patients with telemetry, pre-op and post-op, covid-19 cases, infectious diseases, and more
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
PROGRESSIVE CARE UNIT NURSE
ADVENTHEALTH KISSIMMEE
09.2018 - 08.2021
- 30-bed acute care unit, performing assessments, making interventions and diagnoses, and responding to emergent situations
- Charge nurse in this unit overseeing delivery of care for patients, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Preceptor providing didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to diverse patient populations with varied medical conditions.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
TRAVEL RN IMCU-COVID-19
KENDALL REGIONAL
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Level one trauma center with 38 beds, caring for patients with various illnesses, including those with vents, COVID-19, infectious diseases, and burns
- Skilled in operating CPAPs, BiPAPs, and monitoring patients with vents and tracheostomies
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting to varying acuity levels within unit while maintaining consistent attention to detail and safety.
PEDIATRIC STEP-DOWN UNIT
SICKKIDS HOSPITAL
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Highly acute setting with 22 beds in unit
- Setting priorities, planning, and directing assigned patients' care
- In conjunction with interdisciplinary team, provided quality patient care by constantly re-assessing patients' status, including complex, multi-system, or undiagnosed conditions, while maintaining safety and improving patients' recovery.
Education
MASTER'S DEGREE IN FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER -
United Stated University
San Diego, CA12.2023
BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN NURSING -
University of New Brunswick-Humber College
Toronto, ON06.2017
Skills
- Patient Relations
- Clinical judgment
- Physical Examination
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Counseling
- Preventive Care Approach
- Family Education
Charting Systems
- AthenaOne
- eClinialWorks
- Epic
- Cerner
- Meditech
Certification
- Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Internal Medicine Clinical Rotation
Rigdon Medical Center
10.2023 - 12.2023
Family Medicine Clinical Rotation
Excel Pediatrics And Family Care
10.2023 - 12.2023
CLINICAL DECISION UNIT NURSE
ADVENTHEALTH WINTER GARDEN
10.2023 - Current
Women's Health Clinical Rotation
Obstetrics And Gynecology Of Central Florida
06.2023 - 08.2023
Family Medicine Clinical Rotation
Dr. Thiery O. Jacquemin Internal Medicine
05.2023 - 06.2023
Primary Care Endocrinology Clinical Rotation
Regency Endocrinology Diabetes And Metabolism
08.2022 - 10.2022
PROGRESSIVE CARE UNIT NURSE
ADVENTHEALTH APOPKA
06.2022 - 07.2023
SURGICAL PROGRESSIVE CARE UNIT
ADVENTHEALTH DAYTONA
01.2022 - 06.2022
TRAVEL NURSE TELEMETRY
JACKSON MEMORIAL
08.2021 - 11.2021
TRAVEL RN IMCU-COVID-19
KENDALL REGIONAL
02.2021 - 06.2021
PROGRESSIVE CARE UNIT NURSE
ADVENTHEALTH KISSIMMEE
09.2018 - 08.2021
PEDIATRIC STEP-DOWN UNIT
SICKKIDS HOSPITAL
05.2017 - 08.2018
MASTER'S DEGREE IN FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER -
United Stated University
BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN NURSING -
University of New Brunswick-Humber College
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