TARA SUAREZ, ARNP-BC

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Palm Harbor, FL 34683

678-***-**** / ac7roy@r.postjobfree.com

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

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