Bilingual Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) with 10+ years of experience in Family Practice, Aesthetic Medicine, Oncology, and Post-Acute Care. Skilled in Wellness, aesthetic treatments, and preventive care with a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
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Yolanda Costales
Miami,FL
Summary
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Homestead Hospital
STAFF/CHARGE RN, Mother/Baby Unit & SSU
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Delivering comprehensive care to postpartum mothers and neonates, including lactation support, newborn education, neonatal transition care at delivery, and promoting family-centered care
- Ensured smooth transition from hospital to home with thorough discharge planning and follow-up care, contributing to a reduction in readmissions
- Coordinated care for patients transitioning home or to other levels of care, ensuring seamless discharge planning and follow-up with interdisciplinary teams.
- Monitored patients during pre-operative and post-operative stages, ensuring safety and promoting recovery with a focus on minimizing complications.
- Float to other departments: Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, In-patient Rehab
- Cross-trained: Surgical Pre-Op | Outpatient / Inpatient Surgeries & Procedures | Recovery
- Unit Practice Council member
The Filtered Bar
APRN, Aesthetic & Wellness Nurse Provider
07.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Administered micro-needling radiofrequency treatments for skin/scar and fat reduction, achieving significant improvements in patient satisfaction (90%+) and measurable skin health outcomes
- Performed platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and injectable treatments, including neurotoxins and dermal fillers, for facial rejuvenation and weight loss, improving patient appearance and confidence
- Managed IV vitamin therapy programs and weight loss regimens, supporting patients in achieving weight loss goals and enhanced overall wellness
- Collaborated closely with clients to develop customized treatment plans based on medical history and aesthetic goals
Body Details
APRN, True Laser Specialist
10.2020 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Administered cutting-edge laser treatments including: hair removal, skin rejuvenation, tattoo removal and fat removal, driving a 95% patient satisfaction rate through effective and personalized care
- Performed PRP procedures and consistently monitored and maintained laser equipment to ensure optimal results
- Provided in-depth patient education regarding treatment options, contraindications, and post-treatment care, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience for all patients
Homestead Hospital
STAFF RN, MS3/3South/ TSU
11.2017 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Provide care to patients transitioning home or to different levels of care in a highly skilled and fast paced environment
- Preparing patients for respective diagnostic tests or surgical procedures
- Care of post-operative patients
- Provide patient-centered care and comprehensive discharge planning with follow-ups as needed
- Administer medications, wound care, and numerous other personalized interventions
- Intravenous maintenance
- Implement and monitor patient care plan and make critical decisions about needed actions
- Coordinate care, in collaboration with a wide array of healthcare professionals
- Provide health promotion, counseling and education
- Unit Practice Council Co-chair and Preceptor
UM Sylvester Cancer Center
STAFF/CHARGE RN, Inpatient Unit
03.2016 - 11.2017
Job overview
- Committed to the care of oncology patients receiving chemotherapy or biotherapies, not limited to febrile neutropenic patients
- Provide care of observation and post-operative surgical patients
- Participate in the care of patients undergoing research regimen and clinical trials
- Condition patients undergoing stem cell transplants until recovery
- Patient controlled analgesia
- Chemotherapy, biotherapy, blood product administration and care of patient undergoing radioactive therapies
- Assist the bone marrow transplant outpatient clinic and chemotherapy unit as needed
- Preceptor
Baptist Health South Florida
STAFF RN, 5 Clarke, Oncology Intermediate Unit
08.2014 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Provided high-acuity care for neutropenic, septic, and progressive care oncology patients, improving patient outcomes through comprehensive symptom management and early detection of complications
- Administered chemotherapy, biotherapies, blood products, and central line maintenance, ensuring 100% compliance with treatment protocols and reducing the risk of treatment delays
- Managed complex care needs including tracheostomy care, NG/PEG tubes, and urinary catheter management, delivering multidisciplinary care for patients with diverse and critical conditions
- Led pain management strategies and provided holistic nursing care, resulting in a 20% reduction in reported pain scores and improved quality of life for patients undergoing aggressive cancer treatments
- Delivered advanced wound care and skin management for patients with immunocompromised conditions, reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections by 15%
- Monitored telemetry, chest tubes, patient-controlled analgesia (PCA), total parenteral nutrition (TPN), and nephrostomy tubes, ensuring optimal timely interventions
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to provide end-of-life care, focusing on palliative / hospice / comfort care principles, and supporting patients’ emotional well-being in their final stages
- Precepted and mentored new nursing staff, improving team competency and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in a high-stress environment
Education
Chamberlain UniversityChicago, IL
Master of Science in Nursing from Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty
12.2019
University Overview
Dean’s List, Tau Sigma Academic Honor Society
NOVA Southeastern UniversityDavie, FL
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Registered Nurse
12.2013
University Overview
Dean’s List, Tau Sigma Academic Honor Society
Skills
- Bilingual: English & Spanish (fluent)
- Micro-Needling / Morpheus8 PRP Injectables Skintrinsiq Facials Chemical peels
- Laser Treatments: Candela Gmax Pro PicoWay EON Laser
- Weight Loss / Management
- Holistic Care Patient-Centered Care Patient Advocacy Healthcare Teamwork Care coordination Patient Confidentiality
- Health Promotion Discharge Planning
- IV Therapy
- Wound Care Med-Surg Procedures
- Clinical expertise
- Breastfeeding support Newborn Care
- Pre-and Post-operative care
Professional Development
Professional Development
Continually pursuing additional certifications for expertise in specialized practice to expand patient care offerings.
Licensure Certification Training
Licensure Certification Training
- FNP-C, Family Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified – AANPCB, #F01200738, 01/30
- APRN, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – FL State, #APRN11005918, 04/25
- RN, Registered Nurse – FL State, #9378741, 04/25
- CMSRN, Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse, 01/29
- NRP, Neonatal Resuscitation Program – American Heart Association, 03/26
- ACLS, Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association, 01/26
- BLS, Basic Life Support – American Heart Association, 11/25
- IV Therapy, Dermal Fillers, Botox, Lip Fillers, 17
- Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI) Certification, 8
Volunteer Work
Volunteer Work
Volunteer in Health Fairs and Community Wellness Programs focused on education and preventative care for the underserved population.
Certification
- National Provider Identifier(NPI)- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – American Heart Association | American Academy of Pediatrics
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Availability
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Affiliations
Affiliations
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Florida Lactation Consultant Association (FLCA)
- United States Lactation Consultant Association (USLCA)
Timeline
STAFF/CHARGE RN, Mother/Baby Unit & SSU
Homestead Hospital
08.2022 - Current
APRN, Aesthetic & Wellness Nurse Provider
The Filtered Bar
07.2022 - Current
APRN, True Laser Specialist
Body Details
10.2020 - 08.2022
STAFF RN, MS3/3South/ TSU
Homestead Hospital
11.2017 - 10.2020
STAFF/CHARGE RN, Inpatient Unit
UM Sylvester Cancer Center
03.2016 - 11.2017
STAFF RN, 5 Clarke, Oncology Intermediate Unit
Baptist Health South Florida
08.2014 - 04.2016
Chamberlain University
Master of Science in Nursing from Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty
NOVA Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Registered Nurse
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