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PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLEProfessional SummaryMotivated and Passionate Primary Care Resident at Department of Veterans Affairs in South Texas Veterans Health Care System. Residents examine patients, obtain thorough medical history, and perform physical examinations. Residents lead a PACT team developing a system will have positive outcomes for our veteran population. Primary care residents develop a differential diagnosis and problem list. Using the information, interpret laboratory results, write orders for diagnostic, therapeutic, and medicinal interventions under the supervision of an attending physician. Adept at inpatient and outpatient management with training in patient education and leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills to manage time effectively and minimized patient wait times. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line evidence-based treatment and management.SkillsInterpersonal Skills with Military CommunityResident DisciplineProblem solving skillsCompassionate CareTeam CollaborationPositive InteractionsMentoring of staffSpiritual LeadershipWork History09/2023 to 09/07/2024Nurse Practitioner ResidentVeterans Administration San Antonio, TX40 hours weekPrimary Care Resident Trainee0610 Nurse SeriesFunction as a Primary Care clinical expert in a PACT team that influences and models evidence-base health care and demonstrating expertise in the ability to manage a patient panel.Clinical Rotations to multiple specialties that have provided structured approaches and processes to improve outcomes that will impact our panel population.Examine, obtain medical history, perform a physical assessment, and create approaches to management of complex client care.Daily and extended periods of computer use to diagnose, manage, implement, and provide positive outcomes for our patient population.Designated days of virtual patient care that encompasses care of acute and chronic illnesses that require proper diagnosing, implementing, and providing positive outcomes.Coordinated with physicians, families, and patients to monitor lifestyle changes, risk factors and medication management of acute and chronic disorders.12/2012 to 08/2023Staff RN, ERSan Antonio Military Medical Center Fort Sam Houston, TXFull-time40 hours weeklyGS-11, Step 10.Series 0610 NurseEffectively prioritized assignments to team members, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to deliver safe and efficient care.Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement, and adjust patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.Trained new military, contract and civil service nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.Conferred with resident and staff physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.Virtual patient care with as assigned Physician or Mid-level provider with acute and chronic illnesses that required quick and efficient interventions based on patient needs.10/2009 to 11/2012Staff RNMethodist Children's Hospital San Antonio, TXFull-time employee40 hours weeklyChildren's Emergency Room to include Team Leader, Preceptor and Relief Charge., Pediatric ICUTrained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.08/2008 to 10/2012Staff Registered NurseTexsan Heart Hospital San Antonio, TXPart-time employee12-36 hours monthlyCare of patients who had Cardiac interventions: Stents, Heart by-pass surgery, pace-maker placements, myocardial infarcts and cardiac arrhythmias.Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain sats within optimal levels.Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.05/2006 to 10/2009Travel Registered NurseNurse Finders Agency San Antonio, TXPart-time employee12-40 hours monthlyWorking in Lubbock TX and San Antonio TX hospitals in PICU, NICU, Adult ICU/ERCoordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in 50-100-bed neonatal ICU unit.Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.09/2008 to 09/2009Travel Registered NurseAll About Staffing Agency San Antonio, TXPart-time employee12-36 hours monthlyAt a trauma facility with medical and emergent care of Adult and Pediatric patients., Staffing needs at Methodist Children's Hospital in all Pediatric Specialties to include PICU/Pediatric ER/Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant/Oncology/Hematology and Pediatric Step-down.Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.01/2007 to 01/2009Registered NurseCare Clinics Austin, TXFull-time employee40 hours weeklyTreatment of children with Autism, ADD, and other behavioral disorders.Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.Informed families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.05/2006 to 01/2007Travel Registered NurseAmerican Mobile San Antonio, TXEffectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.Teamed on Pediatric trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.05/2004 to 05/2006Travel Registered NurseAureus Phoenix, AZFull-time employee36 hours weeklyTravel assignments in Phoenix, AZ at St Joseph Hospital in Pediatric ICU and Phoenix Children's Hospital in all pediatric specialtiesDuties included cardiovascular, neuro-surgical, trauma, ventilator, and wound care.Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.Teamed on Pediatric trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.08/2002 to 05/2004Staff-RN/Charge NurseUniversity Medial Center Lubbock, TXBuilt rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.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.Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.Teamed on Pediatric trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.05/1996 to 08/2004Administrator/RecruitingUnited States Marine Corps Lubbock, TXGovernment and MilitaryHonorable DischargeEvaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve recruiting engagement.Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help Marines achieve success.01/2000 to 07/2002LVNUniversity Medial Center Lubbock, TXFull-time employee36 hours weeklyAssessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.05/1994 to 12/1999TransporterUniversity Medical Center Lubbock, TXFull-time employee36 hours weeklyWarmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.Maintained accurate logs of equipment deliveries and patient trips and submitted documentation at end of shift.Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.Collaborated with CNAs, nurses and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.Education8/202312/2022Evidence-Based Project at Veterans Administration-South Texas: Interventions that will improve Microalbumin testing in caring for Diabetic Patients in the VA outpatient setting.Master of Science: Acute Gerontology Acute Care Nurse PractitionerThe University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston, TX05/2012Bachelor of Science: NursingUniversity of Texas At Arlington - Arlington, TX08/2002Diploma- Registered Nurse: NursingCovenant School of Nursing - Lubbock, TX12/1999License Vocational Nurse: NursingSouth Plains College - Levelland, TXCertificationsCERTIFICATIONS / LANGUAGES/ AWARDSAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLS (expiration: 03/2025)Basic Life Support Certification- BLS (expiration: 03/2025)Pediatric Advanced Life Support- PALS (expiration: 09/2024)Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course- ENPC (expiration: 05/2026)Trauma Nursing Core Course-TNCC (expiration: 09/2025)Spanish SpeakingNurse of the Quarter (Brooke Army Medical Center) 5/2020, 10/2021.Department of the Army Civilian Service Commendation- 1/2020. |
