Hi, I’m
Yadixy Betancourt, APRN
Casselberry
Summary
Recognized as a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who goes above and beyond for patients. I have been practicing as an RN since 2019, with experience in Med-Surge, Orthopedics, and Home health. I have a talent for navigating challenges and have proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle complex patients and high-stress situations. I work well with diverse patient populations and foster trusting relationships. I am seeking entry into Orlando Health's APP Primary Care Fellowship to leverage my skills as a provider and provide safe, cost-effective care to vulnerable populations.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
5
Certification
Work History
Athena Care Resources
Home Health RN
03.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Providing one-to-one home nursing care to a pediatric patient with severe neurological impairments and gastroschisis, on a ventilator.
- Performing frequent checks on life support equipment and making necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Regularly performing wound care, tracheotomy care, gastrostomy care, tube feedings, hygiene/oral care, and airway management.
- Administering respiratory treatments and suctioning as needed, as well as implementing measures to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia.
- Using first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for the patient and enact prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conducting ongoing monitoring and evaluations of conditions, and updating clinical supervisors with current information.
Family Home Care Group
Home Health RN
08.2024 - 02.2025
Job overview
- Performed in-home assessments
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed management of wounds, wound vac, tracheostomy, colostomy, percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, foley, suprapubic catheters, and central line care.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information, and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Orlando Health Dr. Philips Hospital
Med-Surge/Ortho RN
11.2020 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Provided acute care for post-operative patients recovering from anesthesia in a fast-paced patient care setting.
- Demonstrated excellent comprehensive assessment skills, critical thinking, and delegation skills to ensure patient safety and quality improvement.
- 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.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Regularly exceeded call of duty by working additional shifts.
- Reference: Amie Flemming, Unit Manager (407) 252- 8707
Kendall Regional Medical Center
Med-Surge/Ortho/Trauma RN
07.2019 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Provided acute care for post-operative patients recovering from anesthesia, encompassing ambulatory surgical procedures, invasive and extensive surgeries, and traumas (third-degree burns, motor vehicle accidents, and traumatic brain injuries).
- Placed patient needs above mine acting as a front-line nurse during the COVID-19 pandemic working under extreme conditions.
- Pain management, immobilization care, wound care, nasogastric tube care
- Provided symptom relief, comfort, and support to individuals with terminal illnesses.
- Acted as a mentor to new nurses and students, providing guidance and support during their orientation and clinical experiences.
St. Francis Home Health Inc.
Home health RN
03.2019 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments for geriatric patients with musculoskeletal disorders and degenerative conditions.
- Home safety inspections
- Medication reconciliation
- Evaluated physical therapy outcomes
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Simmons UniversityBoston, MA
Master of Science in Nursing from Family Nurse Practitioner
12.2023
University Overview
- Graduated with honors
- Scholarship Recipient
- Research Project: Conducted a systematic review of how childhood trauma impacts brain physiology. The systematic review was later used by faculty as an example for the upcoming cohort.
- Collaborated with faculty to create a comprehensive case study for immersion weekend.
Eastern UniversitySt. Davids, PA
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
01.2019
University Overview
- AHNCC Holistic Endorsed
- Graduated with honors
- Recipient of multiple scholarships and grants
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Detail oriented
- Software proficiency: Meditech, Epic, Sunrise, Kinnser, Axxess
- Culturally-sensitive
- Home visits
- Resilient- physical and mental endurance
- Women's health exams
- Emotional awareness
- Health screening
- Strong organizational skills
- Health promotion
- Conflict resolution
- Community advocate
- Adaptability
- Ventilator support
Certification
- Registered Nurse, 02/01/19
- Certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse-FNP, 05/01/24
- BLS, ACLS Certified
- Nexplanon Insertion/Removal Certified
Affiliations
- The American Association of Nurse Practitioners
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