TARA SUAREZ, ARNP-BC
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
678-***-**** / ********@*********.***
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position that allows me to utilize my knowledge and skills as a competent OB/GYN Nurse Practitioner in caring for individuals in the community while providing support to a dedicated health care team.
EDUCATION
University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
August 2014
Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA
May 2000
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
University of Georgia, Athens, GA
October 1997
Pre-Nursing
Emmanuel College, Franklin Springs, GA
June 1992
Associate in Art
GRADUATE CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
CAC FLORIDA- HOMESTEAD FALL 2013
STUDENT NP
Provided primary care to patients of all ages
Provided HRA screening and treatment, physical exams and follow ups
Collaborated with various specialists to decide on plan of care
Prescribed medications for the treatment of diverse populations
Ordered labs, interpreted results, performed physical exams, and referred patients as needed.
Provided patient education on all disease processes, medication usage, disease prevention and health promotion
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SPRING 2014
STUDENT NP
Diagnosed and treated a full range of medical problems in adult population
Performed physicals and treatment of injuries including burns and fractures
Educated employees on preventative care and administered immunizations
Ordered labs and reviewed results with patients and referred to specialist when needed
Performed PPD and QuatiFERON testing
NORTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SPRING 2014
STUDENT NP
Provided primary care to the pediatric and adolescent populations
Managed acute and chronic illnesses
Provided well care and immunizations
Educated students and parents about topics concerning health promotion and safety
JACKSON ACC WEST OB CLINIC SPRING 2014
STUDENT NP
Provided GYN care, routine exams and birth control counseling
Preformed test for various infections and STDs
Provided prenatal and postnatal care
Educated patients on potential pregnancy complications
Provided education and care for GDM
Evaluated preterm labor complaints
Ordered and evaluated all prenatal labs and tests
AVENTURA OB/GYN ASSOCIATES SPRING 2014
STUDENT NP
Provided OB and GYN care to a diverse population
Performed yearly exams and labs
Assisted with LEEP and other office procedures
Educated patients about STD treatment and pregnancy management
Administered medication injections
Provided post-menopausal care and education
CVS MINUTE CLINIC SUMMER 2014
STUDENT NP
Provided primary care services to diverse population from 18months to adults
Performed diagnostic tests for Strep A and Influenza A & B
Performed school and yearly physicals
Performed blood diagnostic tests for cholesterol levels
Monitored blood glucose and prescribed medication management
Prescribed appropriate antibiotics for bacterial infections
WALGREEN’S HEALTHCARE CLINIC SUMMER 2014
STUDENT NP
Diagnose and treat wide range of ENT disorders
Provide yearly PPD testing and reading
Refill prescriptions as needed for patients
Perform sports physicals
Provide Prolia and other specialty injections
Administer wide range of vaccinations to all ages
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
CVS Minute Clinic Tampa, FL
Primary Care Practitioner August 2017- present
Diagnose and treat primary care disorders
Treat pediatric to geriatric conditions
Maintain clinic supplies and billing
Administer vaccines and perform physicals
DOT physicals
Vidalia Women’s Center Vidalia, GA
Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioner January 2017- August 2017
(912) 403- 9317 Diana Coursey
Diagnose and treat OB/GYN patients
Treat menopause patients and HRT
Order and evaluate labs and sonograms in OB/GYN patients
Endometrial biopsies
Contraception management and counseling
Infertility counseling
IUD and Nexplanon insertion and removal
Prenatal care of high risk population
Faris Hanna M.D., P.A. Hollywood, FL
Obstetrics & Gynecology Nurse Practitioner March 2015 – November 2016
(305) 904- 9772
Order and evaluate labs and sonograms in prenatal care of obstetric patients
Evaluate fetal well- being and growth
Diagnose and treat disorders of the OB/GYN population
Perform Pap test and other diagnostic cultures
Placement of IUDs and prescribing other contraception
Colposcopy and biopsy
Management of GYN patients and infertility needs
Memorial Regional Hospital Hollywood, FL
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse August 2014 – March 2015
Managed care for antepartum patient through the labor process to delivery
Triage patients with various pregnancy related illnesses
Assisted with deliveries and provided postpartum care
Managed PIH and GDM patients throughout pregnancy
Circulated surgical cesarean sections
Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, GA
ICU Registered Nurse March 2010 – May 2012
Managed critically ill patients of all ages
Made rapid independent clinical decisions and collaborated with physicians on plan of care
Managed hemodynamic titrations
Managed patient on ventilators and administered sedation
Functioned as a team member in codes
Provided tracheotomy care
Gwinnett Medical Center Lawrenceville, GA
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse July 2000 – March 2010
Evaluated the OB patient for labor or prenatal complications
Provided postnatal PIH care
Administered tocolytic drugs such as terbutaline and magnesium sulfate
Assisted patients in all stages of labor
Assisted in delivery procedures and immediate infant care
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
Family Nurse Practitioner ANCC board certification
RN State of Georgia
RN State of Florida
BLS/ACLS certification
AFFILIATIONS AND ACHEIVEMENTS
Phi Theta Kappa
Honor Graduate from Emmanuel College
Magna Cum Laude from Medical College of Georgia
Recipient of Ty Cobb Scholarship
Member of American Association of Nurse Practitioners