YOLANDA CHAVEZ, MBA, BS, RN
ALBUQUERQUE,UNITED STATES
Summary
Registered Nurse with diverse clinical experience spanning medical aesthetics, patient education, and nursing instruction. Skilled in patient assessment, evidence-based care, and individualized treatment planning across both clinical and virtual environments. Experienced in advanced laser technologies, dermatologic procedures, and academic tutoring for NCLEX preparation. Known for strong patient communication, clinical judgment, and the ability to quickly adapt to varied healthcare settings. Currently pursuing Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) training to expand scope of practice in comprehensive patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
Alluraderm
Albuquerque, NM
05.2025 - Current
- Provide advanced non-invasive aesthetic treatments utilizing medical-grade energy-based devices and skin rejuvenation technologies. Perform laser hair removal using Candela GentleMax Pro, fractional resurfacing treatments including Fraxel and Clear + Brilliant, Fotona laser therapies, microneedling procedures, and DiamondGlow dermal infusion. Conduct patient consultations, evaluate skin types and treatment indications, and develop individualized treatment plans while maintaining strict safety protocols and patient education.
- Monitored patient progress and provided follow-up consultations to assess effectiveness of aesthetic interventions.
- Led initiatives to streamline operational workflows, enhancing patient throughput without compromising quality of care.
- Increased patient retention through exceptional customer service and follow-up care after treatments.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Professional Case Management
10.2024 - Current
- Travel to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care.
- Work with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provide physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Train, guide, support and supervise home health aide care providers.
- Schedule appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
- Inform physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
- Determine and address individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Educate patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
NURSE EDUCATOR
Dialysis Clinic, Inc.
Albuquerque, United States
10.2021 - 02.2025
- Oversight of training program to conform to New Mexico Board of Nursing Rules for hemodialysis training programs and renewal submissions every two years
- Perform annual audits of all New Mexico DCI clinics in preparation for state audits
- Collaborate with managers for solutions and plans of correction
- Assist in peritoneal dialysis units and hemodialysis units as needed
- Participate in monthly quality improvement meetings, providing ideas and feedback for improving quality scores
- Developed and implemented educational programs for dialysis staff to enhance patient care quality.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions for nursing staff on dialysis procedures and equipment usage.
NCLEX Tutor (per Diem)
Varsity Tutors
Remote
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Conduct individualized virtual tutoring sessions for nursing graduates preparing for the NCLEX, often meeting with students multiple times per week to reinforce key concepts and test-taking strategies.
- Assess students’ baseline knowledge to identify strengths and knowledge gaps across major NCLEX content areas including pharmacology, pathophysiology, prioritization, and clinical judgment.
- Develop personalized study plans and structured review schedules tailored to each student’s learning style and exam timeline.
- Create original study materials, practice questions, and concept summaries to reinforce high-yield nursing topics and improve critical thinking.
- Teach NCLEX-specific test-taking strategies including prioritization frameworks, elimination techniques, and clinical reasoning approaches.
HOME THERAPIES REGISTERED NURSE
Fresenius Kidney Care
Rio Rancho, United States
03.2019 - 09.2021
- Train patients on chosen home dialysis modality- peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis
- Outreach to patients on in center hemodialysis about modality options and assessing suitability for different therapies
- Provide ongoing education to home therapy patients about chronic kidney disease and best practices
- Serve as point of contact for 24 hour on call service for home patients
- Lead monthly quality meetings for home therapies, generating ideas for improvement
CLINICAL MANAGER
Fresenius Kidney Care
Albuquerque, United States
07.2017 - 03.2019
- Manage the operations of the clinic, including costs, processes, staffing, and quality standards
- Manage clinic financials including efficient utilization of supplies or equipment and regular profits and loss review
- Provide support for all clinical staff members at regular intervals and encourages professional growth
- Coordinate all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge of the patient
CHARGE NURSE
Fresenius Kidney Care
Albuquerque, United States
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately
- Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members
- Train and orient staff as necessary
REGISTERED NURSE
Fresenius Kidney Care
Albuquerque, United States
12.2015 - 06.2016
- Coordinate patient care including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of hemodialysis patients
- Provide initial and ongoing education to patient and family
- Initiate or assist with emergency response measures
- Ensure correct laboratory collection, processing, and shipping procedures are performed
Education
FNP - Nursing
University of St Francis
Joliet, Illinois05-2027
MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - undefined
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2021
ASSOCIATES OF NURSING - undefined
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM01-2015
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM01-2011
Skills
- Teaching
- Chronic disease management
- Leadership
- Laser therapy proficiency
- Skin rejuvenation expertise
- Patient education
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - RN- 82974
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
Alluraderm
05.2025 - Current
Home Health Registered Nurse
Professional Case Management
10.2024 - Current
NCLEX Tutor (per Diem)
Varsity Tutors
06.2022 - 12.2024
NURSE EDUCATOR
Dialysis Clinic, Inc.
10.2021 - 02.2025
HOME THERAPIES REGISTERED NURSE
Fresenius Kidney Care
03.2019 - 09.2021
CLINICAL MANAGER
Fresenius Kidney Care
07.2017 - 03.2019
CHARGE NURSE
Fresenius Kidney Care
06.2016 - 07.2017
REGISTERED NURSE
Fresenius Kidney Care
12.2015 - 06.2016
MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - undefined
Western Governors University
ASSOCIATES OF NURSING - undefined
Central New Mexico Community College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY
University of New Mexico
FNP - Nursing
University of St Francis