SARAI CORTES

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Professional Objective: To provide quality nursing care to patients of all ages, race, state of health as a family

nurse practitioner in a healthcare setting. Flexible, quick-learner, who adapts easily to new situations, enjoys

challenges, and learning new experiences. Background in Oncology, Hematology, Oncology ICU, Internal

medicine, Obstetrics & gynecology and Rheumatology. Spanish/English speaking professional with over 8

years experience as an effective advocate for patients, and with strong clinical and people skills.

FNP Certified Nurse Practitioner seeking position in a hospital setting.

SKILLS

Family planning exams expertise Strong clinical judgment

Women's health exams aptitude Patient counseling professional

Family planning services education Palliative care awareness

Strong clinical judgment Oncology expertise

Successful diagnosis/treatment of childhood Preceptor

illnesses High level of autonomy

Disease prevention and intervention specialist Fluent in language: English and Spanish

Patient evaluation/intervention Hospice and palliative care experience

Thorough physical assessments Patient/family focused

Professional bedside manner

Patient and family advocacy

WORK HISTORY

A RNP

Dr. Rafael Rivas-Chacon - Miami Children's Hospital 3200 SW 60th Court Suite 105, Miami, FL 33155

06/2012 - Current

Appropriately diagnosed and treated a variety of autoimmune diseases in childrens and adults of all

ages.

Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analyzed diagnostic images to further investigate patient

conditions. Examples X-rays, MRIs, Knee Aspiration fluid.

Administered and prescribed appropriate courses of treatment, including immunosuppressives,

DMARDs, TNF Inhibitors.

Advised and educated patients regarding autoimmune disorders like JIA, RA, Psoriasis, Psoriatic

Arthritis, Dermatomyositis, etc.

Conducted physical examinations to provide information needed for admission to school, consideration

for jobs or eligibility for insurance coverage and or disability.

Managed, directed and coordinated activities of nurses, in the infusion unit which took place every

other week. Infusions: TNFs Inhibitors, DMARDs

Treated pediatric patients with autoimmune disorders such as JIA, Dermatomyositis, Psoriatic

arthritis. Acute and chronic health problems including growth and development concerns.

Monitored patients' condition and progress and re-evaluated treatments as necessary.

Provided medical services to an average of 30-36 patients daily in office environment.

Developed open rapport with patients, encouraging them to share questions and concerns.

Managed the Juvenile Arthritis Clinic, which is a joined effort between Miami Childrenʹs Hospital and

Dr. Rivas-Chacon in identifying those patients and families that needs education about autoimmune

disorders. Patients also get evaluated by different specialities such as PT, OT, Behavioral Health,

Pharmacy and dietician, and referred for further treatment if needed.

Performs hospital rounds on patients who are admitted in the hospital and need Rheumatology evaluation. Perfom

H&P, initial consults, and follow-up consults.

Actively engaged in recruiting kids between the ages of 8-12 for Annual Arthritis Camp Funrise.

Involved in planning of the camp, activities, and educational needs.

Participated in Camp Funrise once a year, and was in charge of 25 kids. Provided basic care,

administered their medications while in camp. Attended any urgent health matter while in camp.

A RNP

Dr. Carlos G. Pena ARNP - Miami, Florida 07/2011 - 05/2012

Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.

Primary care, assessment and evaluation of Obstetric patients and their gestation period.

Counseled and educated patients about reproductive health issues and wellness. Expertise in STDs, HIV

and family planning.

Examined patients and dispensed contraceptives and other medications as needed.

Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.

Closely monitored acute conditions. High-risk OB patients.

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.

Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.

Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.

Routinely retracted patient vaginal cultures and prepared for lab submission.

ARNP-Family Clinical Rotation

Dr. Ramon Leon - South Miami, FL 01/2011

ARNP-Clinical Rotation OB Care

Yessy Felipe ARNP - Miami, Florida 06/2010

ARNP-Clinical Rotation Surgical/Outpatient

J ackson Memorial Hospital-Colorectal Clinic Armando Riera - Miami, FL 01/2010

RN- Oncology Unit

B aptist Hospital of Miami - 8900 N Kendall Drive, Miami, Fl 33176 0 1/2005 - Current

Patient care in Oncology unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from chemotherapy, monitoring

oncologic emergencies, to monitoring patientʹs on hospice care.

Counseled and educated patients about chemotherapy treatments, side effects, electrolyte imbalance,

and how to prevent side effects of chemo such as oral mucositis, nausea and vomiting, etc.

Charge nurse in oncology floor. Oversaw average of number patients per shift.

Oversaw and managed number clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a

high level of staff morale and professionalism.

Effectively supervised number new RNs. Actively engaged in mentoring new nurses into transitioning

role of RN.

Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.

Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.

Performed lab tests and communicated results.

Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.

Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.

Closely monitored acute conditions in the Oncology ICU Unit.

Developed and implemented nursing care plans.

Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.

Assisted patients with daily functions.

Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.

Assisted doctors with non-invasive procedures done at bedside such as Bone Marrow Biopsy, Triple

Lumen Catheter placement. Discontinuing Chest tubes.

Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.

Administer Chemotherapy as per guidelines and orders by Oncology MD.

Patient Care Assistant- Baptist Hospital of Miami, FL 01/2004 - 01/2005

EDUCATION

M aster of Science: Family Nurse Practitioner

Florida International University MSN-FNP - Miami, Florida December, 2010

Bachelor of Science: Nursing

University of Miami BSN-RN - Miami, Florida May, 2005

Bachelor of Science: Psychology

Florida International University - Miami, FL December, 2002

CERTIFICATIONS

ARNP Nursing License-State of Florida since 2011 till Present.

ARNP & RN license-State of Massachussetts- Active

Current American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification certification number

Basic Life Support Certification- Active

Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Active Member of ONS- Miami Dade Chapter since 2007

ONS Miami Dade Chapter President in 2012

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Continuing Education:

sixth Sanford H. Cole, MD, Memorial OB/GYN Symposium, Friday 27, 2012

Twenty Annual

ONS 36th Congress in Boston, Massachusetts dates attended April 28 1

May

ONS 35th Congress in San Diego, California

Dates attended May 13 1 8

Monthly ONS Meetings from Miami Dade Chapter

ARNP/PA Conference, Hematology/ Oncology Topics.

Attended April 7, 2010

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