Theresa Laguilles FNP-C
Santa Clarita,CA
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
6 Day Weight Loss
01.2018 - Current
- Guides patients through assessments involving lifestyle habits such as diet and exercise
- Prescribes appetite suppressant medications and GLP-1/GIP injections to help aid weight loss to the right candidate
- Conducts consultations for new patients offering them with promotions and other packages
- Efficiently follows up on established patients who are experiencing challenges on their weight loss journey
- Manages time wisely by using dictation when charting on EMR to document all encounters with patients
- Improved the staff attendance and punctuality by collaborating with staff and teaching them the proper work ethics
- Achieved the highest profitable day in the clinic's history due to the collaborative effort of all staff, increased revenue by 59% in 3 random days compared to our daily average
- Generated the highest revenue among all other clinics by always being present and on time to work for staff to be able to dispense controlled substances to patients
- Injects Botox and dermal fillers to qualified patients
- Telehealth experience using Aesthetic Record as EMR
- Committed to do the review course with Obesity Medicine Association by November 2024 to become certified in Obesity Medicine.
- Performed patient assessment and compared results with established medical records to provide appropriate treatment.
- Discussed care plans with patients and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans as appropriate
- Performed assessments and documented patient histories to gather information and apply appropriate treatment
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat overweight with co-morbidity and obesity patients.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent chronic diseases and other complications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Liaised with medical assistants to determine best course of action for patients.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Provided patient-centered care
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Coordinated care with patients and MA's, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Informed patients on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Recorded patient medical history and vitals into medical records.
- Evaluated patients with obesity and took vitals and attained pertinent information
Nurse Practitioner
Aspire Medical Weight Control
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Completed one on one consults for new and existing patients
- Counseled on proper nutrition and regular physical activity on all patients
- Prescribed Schedule 3 and 4 controlled substances/medications for patients with obesity
- Experienced injector for Botox through constant flow of patients
- Applied my expertise on weight management as a part time NP
- Performed patient assessment and compared results with established medical records to provide appropriate treatment.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained use of medications.
Nurse Practitioner
Reduce Medical Weight Control
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Conducted assessment on patients with obesity who are willing to commit themselves into doing lifestyle modifications
- Prescribed appetite suppressants to help aid weight loss to the right candidate
- Used Practice Fusion for EMR to document all patient interaction
- Started to be a member of Obesity Medicine Association and have attended yearly conferences to learn about obesity medicine.
- Recorded patient medical history and vitals into medical records (practice fusion)
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Monitored patient condition and progress
- Liaised with medical assistants to determine best course of action for patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent chronic diseases and other complications.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to patients with obesity
- Performed assessments and documented patient histories to gather information in EMR
- Discussed care plans with patients and proper use of medications.
Nurse Practitioner
Logistic Health Incorporated
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Conducted PHA (periodic health assessment) on any military personnel including mental health
- Completed referrals to other specialty providers to address any issues they are experiencing
- Transport vaccines required for the event
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent chronic diseases and other complications
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records
Nurse Practitioner
Advance Health
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Conducted HRA (comprehensive health risk assessments) for health plan members at home
- Determined their home safety and updated their current health status
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues
- Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent chronic diseases and other complications
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers promoting optimal patient outcomes
- Recorded patient medical history and vitals into medical records
- Informed patients on disease prevention and health promotion
Nurse Practitioner
Hairfree Laser Center
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Performed GFE (good faith estimate) on new patients through face to face interaction or Facetime consultation
- Performed patient physicals and compared results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Completed all necessary requirements through EMR for patients to undergo laser treatments.
Nurse Practitioner
Helix Wellness and Research
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Performed physical exams on new patients
- Qualified patients for hormone therapy
- Provided instructions on how to properly give injections to patients
- Educated patients about possible side effects of hormone therapy
- Discussed care plans with patients and proper use of medications
- Educated patients on medical needs for hormone therapy
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments
Nurse Practitioner
Davita Medical Group
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Conducted senior wellness visits on different settings from group-site base/IPA offices/SNF/home visits
- Proper documentation in EMR
- Chart review on site or remotely focusing on capturing HCC codes
- Participate in mobile clinics as providers seeing patients for senior wellness visit in different locations.
- Performed patient physicals and compared results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Nurse Practitioner
CVS MinuteClinic
12.2014 - 08.2015
- Provided primary care from pediatrics to geriatric population
- EMR documentation for all visits
- E-prescribed medications to patients
- Conducted physical exams and screenings
- Administered required vaccinations
- Performed and read TB skin testing
- Performed patient physicals and compared results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues
- Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records (Epic)
Registered Nurse
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
09.2008 - 02.2015
- Patient care to all postpartum patients and their newborns
- Administer IV's and medications as ordered by MD
- Breastfeeding education
- Carried out all doctor's orders
- Proper documentation on EMR system (Epic)
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper incision management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
Registered Nurse
Crescent Healthcare
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Patient care to adult patients requiring IV starts then infusing antibiotics, hydration or immunotherapy like IVIG in patient's home or in infusion centers
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering and dealing with chronic conditions
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
Registered Nurse
Providence St. Joseph Medical Center
08.1999 - 09.2008
- Patient care from adult to elderly doing medications, IV's, carrying out doctor's orders
- Proper documentation on Epic-EMR system
- In charge of the unit and act as a resource to fellow nurses and CNA's
- Worked in transitional care unit, ortho/neuro/vascular floors and floated to other monitored units
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper incision/wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner - Aspire Medical Weight Control
11.2018 - 11.2019
Nurse Practitioner - 6 Day Weight Loss
01.2018 - Current
Nurse Practitioner - Helix Wellness and Research
06.2017 - 03.2018
Nurse Practitioner - Reduce Medical Weight Control
02.2017 - 01.2018
Nurse Practitioner - Logistic Health Incorporated
01.2017 - 01.2019
Nurse Practitioner - Advance Health
10.2016 - 12.2017
Nurse Practitioner - Hairfree Laser Center
06.2016 - 09.2018
Nurse Practitioner - Davita Medical Group
08.2015 - 08.2017
Nurse Practitioner - CVS MinuteClinic
12.2014 - 08.2015
Registered Nurse - Crescent Healthcare
07.2009 - 07.2010
Registered Nurse - Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
09.2008 - 02.2015
Registered Nurse - Providence St. Joseph Medical Center
08.1999 - 09.2008
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certification, 09/2014, 09/2029, American Academy of Nurse Practitioner National Certification Board
- Nurse Practitioner License/Furnishing, 05/2024, 05/2026, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Nurse Practitioner - Independent Practice Group Setting Family/Individual Across Lifespan, 03/2023, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Registered Nurse License, 05/1999, 05/2026, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Basic Life Support with AED Training, 02/2023, 02/2025, American Heart Association
- Mid Level Practitioner Registration, 03/2024, 03/2027, Drug Enforcement Administration, Schedule 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, 5
- Certification in Medical Aesthetics-Botox/Fillers, 07/2020, 07/2021, National Laser Institute
- Certification in Salt Facial Treatment, 03/2022, Merz Aesthetics
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine And Science - Master of Science, Nursing With Family Nurse Practitioner Program
University of Santo Tomas - Bachelor of Science in Nursing,
Summary
Experienced and compassionate healthcare provider with a solid 30-year background as a registered nurse in acute care hospitals, including transitional care units, ortho-neuro-vascular units, and postpartum or mom and baby unit. Additionally, gained valuable experience in school settings and home health, specializing in IV infusion therapy. 10-year experienced NP with experience in primary care, urgent care, geriatrics assessments, military personnel and health plan members evaluations. Conducted GFE on laser treatment and hormone therapy patients, while also delving into aesthetics, wellness, and obesity medicine. Currently seeking an on-site or remote job to utilize extensive experience and expertise across multiple fields of healthcare.
Skills
- Intradermal and subcutaneous injections
- Medication administration and IV insertion/infusion
- EMR applications like Epic, Practice Fusion, Next Gen and Allscripts/Touchworks, Aesthetic Record, Optimantra
- Patient education and counseling
- Motivational interviewing
- Leadership and team collaboration
- Strong communication skills
- Assessment and diagnosis with ICD coding plus treatments
- Dermatology
- Diabetes and nutrition treatments
- Compliance reporting expert
- Administering medication
- Patient-centered care
- Health and wellness expert
- Geriatric Treatment
- Care delivery coordination
- Preventive Care
- Lab result evaluation
- Healthcare management
- Bilingual in Filipino
- Direct Patient Care
- Prescribing medications
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Clinical Decision Making
- Health Promotion
- Treatment Plan Development
- BLS instructor
- Grant writing ability
- Cultural competence
- Medication Administration
- FLUENT IN FILIPINO
- Licensed RN
- Experienced preceptor
- SOAP notes expertise
- Therapeutic Intervention
- Report Preparation
- G-tube care
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Sound Judgment
- Patient Referrals
- Medical chart management
- Records Review
- Community Outreach
- Quality Improvement
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Budgeting expert
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- Diagnostic Testing
- Vaccination Administration
- Patient Education
- Geriatric Care
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certification, 09/2014, 09/2029, American Academy of Nurse Practitioner National Certification Board
- Nurse Practitioner License/Furnishing, 05/2024, 05/2026, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Nurse Practitioner - Independent Practice Group Setting Family/Individual Across Lifespan, 03/2023, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Registered Nurse License, 05/1999, 05/2026, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Basic Life Support with AED Training, 02/2023, 02/2025, American Heart Association
- Mid Level Practitioner Registration, 03/2024, 03/2027, Drug Enforcement Administration, Schedule 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, 5
- Certification in Medical Aesthetics-Botox/Fillers, 07/2020, 07/2021, National Laser Institute
- Certification in Salt Facial Treatment, 03/2022, Merz Aesthetics
Education
Master of Science - Nursing With Family Nurse Practitioner Program
05.2014
The Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) program at CDU is an immersive 16-month program meticulously tailored for nurses aiming to transition into advanced Family Nurse Practitioner roles. This comprehensive program ensures students gain proficiency in health promotion, disease prevention, and clinical management of primary care conditions, emphasizing care across the lifespan. Delivered through an executive-education format, students immerse in intensive weekend sessions once a month (Saturday to Tuesday) coupled with face-to-face and digitally enhanced instruction, enriching student-faculty interactions and deepening content clarity. Additionally, all clinical courses unfold as immersion practicum experiences in faculty-approved, hands-on clinical settings. Graduates of CDU's MSN-FNP program are primed to undertake national certification exams through ANCC or AANP, empowering them with FNP-BC or NP-C credentials respectively.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
03.1992
BSN is a four-year program consisting of general education and professional courses. Professional courses, with emphasis on the nursing concepts with corresponding Related Learning Experiences (RLE), are threaded through from the first year through fourth year. The BSN program provides an intensive nursing practicum that will refine further the nursing competencies to ensure achievement of the BSN program outcomes required of an entry-level nurse. The BSN Program aims to develop a professional nurse who is able to assume entry-level positions in health facilities or community settings. The professional nurse is capable of providing safe, humane, quality, and holistic care to individuals in varying age, gender, and health-illness status; healthy or at-risk families; population groups; and community; singly or in collaboration with other health care providers, to promote health, prevent illness, restore health, alleviate suffering, and provide end-of-life care.
- Dean's List: First year
- Extracurricular Activities: Philippine Red Cross
- Member of Mountaineering Club
Community Service
- SCV Senior Center: 22900 Market Street, Santa Clarita, CA, 91321-Help out in food services department serving food trays to all seniors and staff, cleaning and bussing tables, wash and sanitize pots, pans and all plates plus silverware, communicate with other staff members what seniors need and want
- California Coast Classic Bike Tour/October 7, 2023-Assigned on the last booth bikers stop for a quick snack and refreshments to replenish and fuel up for the last leg of the ride, prep sandwiches and finger food with drinks for all riders to indulge on, cheer on all bike riders as they pass along the booth using toy sirens and paved the way for riders to pass on the trails where pedestrians were walking on
Hiking, traveling to different countries
Hiking does not only give me a peace of mind but also gives me a chance to see and appreciate how wonderful nature is. Travel outside of this country gives opportunity for me to discover new places and be able to learn about other people and their culture.
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