Kathryn K. Suarez

MSN, BSN, AA, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC

Phone: 813-***-****, Email: abw4qs@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVES

. To attain employment within the Internal Medicine/Primary Care or a

Specialty Area (Endocrinology, Urology, Women's Health, GI, Nephrology,

Hematology) where my unique blend of healthcare knowledge and experience

can combine with my work ethics, commitment and dedication to provide the

highest level of care for patients and their families.

. To work in a team environment or as independently as possible as an

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, consulting with or referring patients

to other health care providers or agencies as appropriate.

. To provide high quality care to promote the enhancement of health and

prevention of illness.

PROFILE

. Dedicated and committed Nursing Professional with a broad range of

healthcare experiences and knowledge.

. Recognized for flexibility and adaptability to changing situations and

learning new skills quickly, as well as an ability to connect with

patient family members when consulting with them to ensure that their

loved ones are receiving the attention and compassion necessary during

crisis.

. Possess strong organizational, written, verbal and interpersonal

communication skills which help to ensure successful integration with

varied personalities within a team centered environment.

. Committed to developing productive and positive relationships with

patients, family members, and an interdisciplinary team of physicians,

mid-level providers, nurses and other medical professionals.

. Ability to initiate the appropriate emergency response.

. Ability to work with diverse cultural and soci-economic populations

providing therapeutic client interventions and group dynamics.

. Ability to consult, investigate, facilitate and present effectively.

QUALIFICATIONS

. Graduate of an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program.

. Current Washington State RN/ARNP license with prescriptive authority.

. DEA license.

. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the AHA.

. National Provider Identification (NPI) number.

. 10 years experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

. Nurse Practitioner (MS, ARNP, FNP-BC), Puget Sound Family Physicians

- Edmonds Family Medicine, Edmonds, WA (July 23, 2012 -April 1, 2013)

. Nurse Practitioner (MS, ARNP, FNP-BC), Tampa General Hospital, Family

Care Center - HealthPark, Tampa, FL (July 28, 2003 - June 29, 2012)

. Nurse Practitioner (MS, ARNP, FNP-BC), MinuteClinic - CVS Pharmacy /

Caremark - Tampa Market, Minneapolis, MN (October 2008 - June 2010)

. Registered Nurse (BS) / Licensed Practical Nurse - NICU, Tampa

General Hospital, Tampa, FL (June 1999 - December 2002)

. Licensed Practical Nurse - Summer Programs / Camp Nurse, Berkeley

Preparatory School, Tampa, FL (June 1993 - July 1998)

. Licensed Practical Nurse - Cardiology / Thoracic Surgery Unit, James

A. Haley Veterans Hospital, Tampa, FL (April 1984 - November 1986)

TRANSFERABLE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

. Hands-on experience providing urgent and routine health care

services, bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation for patients

(both walk-in and scheduled) from all age groups and socioeconomic /

ethnic backgrounds.

Kathryn K. Suarez

MSN, BSN, AA, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC

Phone: 813-***-****, Email: abw4qs@r.postjobfree.com

. Daily interactions with patients; communication of treatment plans to

both the patient and family,

planning / handling medication administration care assessment,

provision of emotional support / guidance and referrals to appropriate

specialists as indicated, administration of IVs, promotion of health and

health education during every patient visit, and all aspects of nursing

care.

. Actively involved in the community, performed physicals for DOT,

sports, school, work and camp programs for children and adults.

. Facilitates a collaborative practice and interdisciplinary planning

with the patient care team by working side by side with a team of

physicians, nurses and other medical professionals; assisted staff

members in the systematic functioning of the organization / clinic as

required.

. Experienced in utilizing both advanced nursing and medical knowledge

while practicing direct patient care through comprehensive medical

assessments and evaluations; diagnosed, treated and prescribed

medications for common and complex family illnesses and evaluated

outcomes, planned and initiated appropriate treatment modalities and

monitored them for efficacy and complications throughout their course of

treatment, administered vaccinations and offered numerous routine

screenings and gynecological services.

. Knowledgeable in the provision and performance of comprehensive care

through the promotion of health, prevention of illness and injury, and

alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human

response.

. Sound knowledge of medical terminology, applicable federal, state and

local laws, and medical equipment / tools.

. Electronic Medical Records (EPIC, Centricity).

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

#. Tampa General Hospital Family Care Center - HealthPark (Transitions

(Family) Clinical), Tampa, FL (Spring 2003)

. Tampa General Hospital Family Care Center - HealthPark (Adult

Clinical), Tampa, FL (Spring 2003)

. Suncoast Community Health Centers, Inc. (Adolescent, Young Adult,

Women's Health Clinical), Dover, FL (Fall 2002)

. Healthpoint Pediatrics (Pediatric Clinical), Tampa, FL (Summer 2002)

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

. Preceptor for University of Tampa and University of South Florida

Adult / Family Nurse Practitioner students (2005 -2012)

COMMUNITY SERVICE

. Performed School Physical Exams - Tampa General Hospital, Back to

School Health Fair (2006)

. Assisted with Sports Physicals, University of South Florida, Athletic

Health Fair (2002)

. Assisted with School Physicals, University of South Florida,

Pediatric Health Fair (2002)

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

. Master of Science - Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL

(May 2001-May 2003)

. Bachelor of Science - Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL

(January 1998-May 2000)

. Associates in Arts Degree, Hillsborough Community College, Tampa, FL

(August 1994-December 1997)

. Licensed Practical Nursing Diploma, Erwin Vocational-Technical

Center, Tampa, FL (January-December 1983)

Kathryn K. Suarez

MSN, BSN, AA, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC

Phone: 813-***-****, Email: abw4qs@r.postjobfree.com

Certifications:

. ANCC National Board Recertification for Family Nurse Practitioner #

0382951 (October 2013 -

September 2018)

. ANCC National Board Recertification for Family Nurse Practitioner #

0382951 (October 2008 - September 2013)

. ANCC National Board Certification for Family Nurse Practitioner #

0382951 (October 2003 - September 2008)

. ACLS, American Heart Association (AHA) (2009 - 2011)

. BLS / CPR, American Heart Association (AHA) (2011 - 2013)

Honors / Awards:

. Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing - Delta Beta

Chapter (2000)

. All-American Scholar Collegiate Award - United States Achievement

Academy (1999)

. Golden Key National Honor Society (1999)

. Dean's List - USF College of Nursing (1998 - 1999)

. The National Dean's List - Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society,

Hillsborough Community College (1996 - 1997)

. Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society of the Two Year College -

Phi Chi Chapter (1996)

. Certification of Appreciation - Nursing Service, James A. Haley

Veterans Hospital - Recognition for a "Perfect Score" on the Practical

Nursing State Board Exam (1984)

. Certificate of Achievement by the Health Occupations Educators

Association of Florida - Recognition for placing 3rd in the State of

Florida for highest GPA (1983)

MEMBERSHIPS

. American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) - Member # 0208096

(2002 - 2015)

. American Nurses Association (ANA) - Member # 79112695 (2013-2014)

. Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) - Member # 61200 (2013-

2014)

. Puget Sound Nurse Practitioner Association (PSNPA) (2013-2014)

. American College of Nurse Practitioners (ACNP) - Member # 24899 (2008

- 2010)

. Florida Nurses' Association (FNA) / American Nurses' Association

(ANA) - Member # 21616 (2002 - 2010)

. National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) -

Member # 24990 (2005 - 2009)

. Florida Nurse Practitioner Network (FNPN) (2003 - 2009)

. American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) - Member # 161074

(2005 - 2009)

. American Diabetes Association (2005 - 2010)

. Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing - Member #

0348933 (2000 - 2009)

. Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)

(2008 - 2009)

REFERENCES

Available Upon Request

State Licenses

Florida - RN/ARNP # 9168978 Expires: 4/30/2014

Washington - RN # 60294005 Expires: 7/31/2013

AP / RX # 60297391 Expires: 7/31/2013

Oregon - Pending

DEA # MS2664135

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