Yessenia Carrete
Nurse Practitioner
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven Nurse Practitioner (NP) with a strong foundation in patient care, clinical decision-making, and healthcare administration. Backed by eight years of diverse nursing experience in corrections, surgery, and leadership roles, I bring a unique blend of hands-on patient care expertise and operational efficiency to advanced practice. Adept at working in high-pressure environments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and implementing evidence-based care strategies. Now seeking to leverage my skills and clinical acumen as a newly graduated NP to provide exceptional patient-centered care in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4040
4040
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Graduate Nurse NP
Rio Grande Urgent Care/Family Practice
08.2024 - Current
- Managing an acute/chronic care clinic of more than 60 patients per day
- Providing medical treatment for both primary and restorative care that includes hormone replacement therapy, weight loss management, and holistic care
- Urgent Care: Evaluate and treat a wide range of acute conditions, including infections, injuries, and minor procedures
- Perform wound care, suturing, incision and drainage, splinting, and joint injections
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including X-rays, EKGs, and lab work
- Prescribe medications and provide patient education on symptom management and follow-up care
- Chronic Disease Management & Primary Care: Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, and heart disease
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to optimize long-term health outcomes
- Conduct wellness exams, screenings, and preventive care interventions
- Provide patient education on lifestyle modifications and medication adherence
- Restorative Care & Rehabilitation Support: Oversee post-surgical and injury recovery plans to enhance mobility and function
- Collaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists for coordinated care
- Address pain management needs with non-opioid and multimodal treatment approaches
- Monitor and adjust care plans to support long-term rehabilitation and functional improvement
- Collaboration & Leadership: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care
- Utilize electronic health records (EHR) for accurate documentation and treatment planning
- Educate and counsel patients on disease prevention, recovery strategies, and long-term wellness
Med 1, Med 3, Detox, Sick Call, PSU Nurse
UNMH Metropolitan Detention Center
10.2023 - Current
- Responsible for patient safety in the corrections department
- Assisting patient with medication questions
- Assessment and triage of patients in need of medical care
- Delegating tasks to Non-licensed and licensed personnel
- Rounding on infirmary patients, performing wound care, frequent assessments
- Responding to codes and transferring patients out to the hospital setting in emergent situations
- Intake screenings
- Detox rounds
Outpatient Case Manager
UNMH Southwest Mesa
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Coordinate Patient Care: Develop, implement, and oversee individualized care plans for patients with chronic conditions and complex healthcare needs
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring: Conduct comprehensive assessments, track patient progress, and identify potential health risks
- Care Coordination: Collaborate with primary care providers, specialists, social workers, and community resources to ensure seamless patient care
- Patient Education & Advocacy: Provide education on disease management, medications, and lifestyle modifications to promote health and prevent complications
- Utilization & Quality Management: Monitor healthcare services to ensure appropriate utilization, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with best practices
- Transition of Care Management: Support patients transitioning between care settings (e.g., hospital to home) to prevent readmissions
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care
- Patient Outreach & Engagement: Engage patients in their care through proactive outreach, follow-ups, and wellness initiatives
- Continuous Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives and stay updated on best practices in case management and primary care nursing
Med 1, Detox, Med 3 Nurse
Yescare Metropolitan Detention Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Responsible for patient safety in the corrections department
- Assisting patient with medication questions
- Assessment and triage of patients in need of medical care
- Delegating tasks to Non-licensed and licensed personnel
- Rounding on infirmary patients, performing wound care, frequent assessments
- Responding to codes and transferring patients out to the hospital setting in emergent situations
- Intake screenings
- Detox rounds
Outpatient RN-Primary Care
UNMH South West Mesa Clinic
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Responsible for patient safety the in the outpatient setting
- Assisting patient with medication questions
- Providing excellent and quality patient care
- Delegating tasks to Non-licensed assisting personnel
- Performing nurse visits, blood pressure checks, and patient education
- Administer medications, IV fluids and frequently assess patients with acute symptoms
Operating Room Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Deliver direct patient care and collaboration with the healthcare team
- Maintain patient safety during surgical procedures and ensure proper safety measures were followed
- Administer appropriate medication according to policy
- Assume charge nurse duties when designated
- Assist surgeons during surgical procedures
- RN circulator duties
- Relief charge
RN Supervisor
UNMH General Surgery and Surgical Specialties Clinic
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Assign nurses and other healthcare personnel to assigned patients
- Formulates shift schedules
- Assist in clinical leadership whilst communicating with director
- Direct supervision of staff as well as mentoring and educating
- Delegation and monitoring of duties
- Follow departmental expectations and hospital policy
- Promote a positive work environment and assist in patient care when needed
RN
UNMH Plastic Surgery Outpatient Clinic
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Responsible for patient safety the in the outpatient setting
- Assisting patient with medication and post-surgery questions
- Providing excellent and quality patient care
- Delegating tasks to Non-licensed assisting personnel
- Performing surgical related education and pre-operative care and instructions
- Phone triage of post-operative patients
- Scheduling surgical candidates
- Receiving, reviewing, and disposition incoming referrals
Outpatient RN - Primary Care
UNMH Southwest Mesa
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Responsible for patient safety the in the outpatient setting
- Assisting patient with medication questions
- Providing excellent and quality patient care
- Delegating tasks to Non-licensed assisting personnel
- Performing nurse visits, blood pressure checks, and patient education
- Administer medications, IV fluids and frequently assess patients with acute symptoms
Outpatient RN - Primary Care
UNMH Southwest Mesa
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Responsible for patient safety the in the outpatient setting
- Assisting patient with medication questions
- Providing excellent and quality patient care
- Delegating tasks to Non-licensed assisting personnel
- Performing nurse visits, blood pressure checks, and patient education
- Administer medications, IV fluids and frequently assess patients with acute symptoms
RN
UNMH Operating Room
10.2016 - 07.2018
- Responsible for patient safety the inpatient setting
- Providing direct nursing care to assigned patients
- Prepping limbs, cleaning patients, preparing them for surgery
- Delegating tasks to Non-licensed assisting personnel
- Performing required checks to initiate surgery (i.e consents, right limbs, h&p updates)
- Initiating time out and ensuring patient and staff safety in the operating room
Patient Care Tech
UNMH Operating
10.2013 - 10.2016
- Responsible scheduling patients for surgical procedures
- Assisting charge RN with lunch schedule and schedule for the week
- Answering phones communicating information between staff and surgeons
- Delegating tasks to Non-Licensed assisting personnel
- Assisting with Prepping limbs, helping clean rooms, transporting patients to their rooms
- Working with member of the healthcare team to initiate an individualized plan of care for each patient
Medical Assistant
UNMH Carrie Tingley Orthopedic Clinic
08.2012 - 09.2013
- Triaging and preparing patients to be seen by provider
- Providing exceptional care for our patients
- Scheduling patients and submitting PA's
- Ordering Supplies for clinic and stocking exam rooms and cleaning vitals equipment
Education
Associate - Science of Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
08-2016
Bachelors - Science of Nursing
University of New Mexico
08-2018
Masters Nursing Administration - Science of Nursing
University of New Mexico
10.2018 - 08.2019
Post Masters of science - Family Nurse practitioner
Grand Canyon University
01.2019 - 12.2021
Skills
- BLS
- ACLS
- Fluent in Spanish
- Fast learner
- Open to learning
- Reliable
- Great communicator
- Open to change
- Willing to try new skills
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Graduate Nurse NP
Rio Grande Urgent Care/Family Practice
08.2024 - Current
Med 1, Med 3, Detox, Sick Call, PSU Nurse
UNMH Metropolitan Detention Center
10.2023 - Current
Outpatient Case Manager
UNMH Southwest Mesa
12.2022 - 10.2023
Med 1, Detox, Med 3 Nurse
Yescare Metropolitan Detention Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
Outpatient RN-Primary Care
UNMH South West Mesa Clinic
06.2022 - 12.2022
Operating Room Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital
04.2021 - 06.2022
RN Supervisor
UNMH General Surgery and Surgical Specialties Clinic
07.2020 - 04.2021
RN
UNMH Plastic Surgery Outpatient Clinic
06.2019 - 07.2020
Post Masters of science - Family Nurse practitioner
Grand Canyon University
01.2019 - 12.2021
Masters Nursing Administration - Science of Nursing
University of New Mexico
10.2018 - 08.2019
Outpatient RN - Primary Care
UNMH Southwest Mesa
07.2018 - 06.2019
Outpatient RN - Primary Care
UNMH Southwest Mesa
07.2018 - 06.2019
RN
UNMH Operating Room
10.2016 - 07.2018
Patient Care Tech
UNMH Operating
10.2013 - 10.2016
Medical Assistant
UNMH Carrie Tingley Orthopedic Clinic
08.2012 - 09.2013
Associate - Science of Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Bachelors - Science of Nursing
University of New Mexico
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