Daniel Yanez Frau, RN, APRN, FNP

Tampa, FL ***** 786-***-**** ad4hhp@r.postjobfree.com linkedln.com/in/daniel-yanez-frau-a0b06691

Advanced Practical Nurse Family Nurse Practitioner

Motivated and patient-oriented Family Nurse Practitioner boasting over 25 years of collective experience in surgical settings. Previously served as a General Surgery Resident and later transitioned into the role of a General Surgeon Specialist abroad, before assuming the position of a Registered Nurse-Surgical First Assistant in the US. Recognized for leadership abilities, capable of empowering team members to deliver exceptional patient care. Possesses outstanding communication prowess, fostering effective collaboration with colleagues, patients, and their families. Thrives in dynamic healthcare environments, adept at navigating the fast-paced and ever-evolving landscape of medicine. Seeking a dynamic workplace conducive to delivering professional, compassionate patient care.

CORE EXPERTISE

Disease Prevention Rehabilitation Credentialing Primary Care Intensive Critical Care Acute Care Care Coordination Cardiology Internal Medicine Charting Billing General Surgery Pediatric Surgery Plastic Surgery Reconstructive & Cosmetics Surgery Endocrine Surgery Gastrointestinal Surgery Urology Vascular & Pulmonary Surgery Orthopedic Surgery Acute & Chronic Care Patient Evaluation Diagnostics Strong Clinical Judgment Specialized Treatment Plants Patient Education Medical Administration Electronic Medical Records Regulatory Compliance Patient Confidentiality HIPAA & OSHA Leadership Team Collaboration Relationship Management Bilingual Proficiency (English, Spanish)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Register Nurse - First Assistant Advent Health Wesley Chapel – Operating Room 2021 – Present

Provide support to patients prior to surgery, assisting with paperwork completion and addressing patient’s concerns or anxieties.

Advocate for patients throughout the entire surgical process, prioritizing their needs and preferences before, during, and after surgery.

Select and deliver instruments, medications, implants, and supplies to the surgical team, facilitating seamless operation.

Assist surgeons, including retracting, achieving hemostasis, suctioning, irrigating, suturing, wound closure, and dressing application.

Collaborate with team members to monitor the patient's condition and assist with positioning/repositioning during the procedure.

Document all aspects of the operation, including charges and specimen management, ensuring compliance with protocols.

Take charge of overall nursing care within the operating room environment to uphold safety standards and ensure patient comfort.

Escort patients to the recovery room post-operation, providing support and monitoring as they transition to the next phase of care.

Certified Surgical First Assistant Advent Health Wesley Chapel 2018 – 2021

Prepared surgical rooms, meticulously organizing essential equipment and supplies to optimize efficiency and readiness.

Skillfully positioning patients with precision, adhering to surgical protocols and the specific preferences of the operating surgeon.

Highly skilled in Urology, General Surgery, Breast surgeries and reconstruction, Robotics, Hand surgery, and Big joint arthroplasties.

Consistently recognized as a Whole Care Champion by peers for outstanding performance and collaborative teamwork.

Provided support during anesthesia induction and intubation procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Facilitating the prepping and draping of surgical sites, contributing to the establishment of a sterile operating environment.

Offered extensive assistance to surgeons throughout procedures, executing a range of tasks, including retracting, ensuring hemostasis, performing suctioning and irrigation, suturing, managing wound closure, and applying dressings.

Maintained cleanliness and sterility in surgical environments, reducing the risk of infection and promoting optimal patient outcomes.

General Surgeon Specialist/Chief of the Surgical Department & Emergency Department

Rafael Serrano Lopez Public Hospital, La Libertad, Santa Elena, Ecuador 2014 – 2016

Maintained a schedule with office hours twice a week, daily floor rounds, and surgical procedures twice a week, including emergency surgeries or assisting colleagues as required, while also attending meetings and providing or participating in services as necessary.

Demonstrated versatility by performing elective and emergency surgeries across various specialties, such as general, urology, vascular, gynecology, burns, plastic, reconstructive, minor orthopedic, trauma, and pediatric surgery, effectively leading surgical teams.

Served as Chief of the Surgical Department and the Emergency Department, positioned as the third-ranking authority in the hospital hierarchy, overseeing a team of three General Surgeons, two Gynecologists, two Anesthesiologists, and 16 General Physicians.

Spearheaded the introduction of new surgical services, notably in Pediatric and Vascular surgery, enhancing healthcare offerings.

Implemented innovative practices, including Joint Multi-specialty rounds, electronic documentation, and Charging systems.

Engaged in comprehensive patient care, fostering strong patient relationships and exhibiting exceptional bedside manners.

Adhered to medical laws, guidelines, and institutional policies, ensuring compliance and the highest standards of healthcare.

General Surgeon Specialist

Joseph N France General Hospital, Basseterre, Saint Kitts, Saint Kitts, and Nevis Federation 2013 – 2014

Recognized as one of the only two surgeons nationwide capable of performing a various array of specialties, including general, urology, gastroenterology, vascular, gynecology, burns, plastic, reconstructive, trauma, ENT, neurotrauma, and pediatric surgery.

Established exemplary standards, prompting outreach from the Prime Minister and the Chief of Medical Staff for a potential return contract.

General Surgeon Specialist/Main Professor of General Surgery

Teaching (University) Clinical and Surgical Hospital “10 de Octubre”, Cerro, Havana, Cuba 2008 – 2013

Functioned as a General Surgeon Specialist and Professor of General Surgery at the University of Medical Sciences "10 de Octubre".

Executed all surgical duties inherent in the role of a General Surgeon, encompassing various specialties as previously delineated.

Held the esteemed position of Chief of the Surgical Department from 2010 to 2013, exemplifying leadership and expertise.

Served as an Associate Professor of General Surgery, imparting knowledge and guidance to aspiring medical professionals.

General Surgeon Specialist

West Demerara Public Hospital (WDPH), West Demerara, Cooperative Republic of Guyana 2007 – 2008

Spearheaded the reopening and restructuring of a hospital, serving as the sole Certified General Surgeon in the entire nation for a year.

Played a pivotal role as the sole surgeon for an entire region, delivering comprehensive surgical care spanning various specialties.

Supervised a team across five Surgical floors, managing over 60 beds and 3 operating rooms, achieving 0 mortality within a year.

Demonstrated proficiency and clinical expertise across a wide array of surgical specialties, including general, urology, gastroenterology, vascular, gynecology, burns, plastic, reconstructive, trauma, ENT, neurotrauma, and pediatric surgery.

Pioneered several groundbreaking surgeries and actively engaged in training to execute new and advanced procedures.

Oversaw daily processes and orchestrated the inauguration of the Surgical Department and Operating Room Unit in the city.

Garnered recognition from the Ministry of Health of Guyana for establishing exemplary standards of care in the region.

General Surgeon Specialist New Amsterdam Public Hospital (NAPH), Berbice, Cooperative Republic of Guyana 2006 – 2007

Served as a General Surgeon Specialist, initially part of a team of three surgeons, but later assigned as the Chief of the Surgical Department, assuming sole responsibility for the entire region, practicing various range of surgical disciplines, including General Surgery, Urology, Pediatric Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, Burns, Head and Neck Surgery, and Endocrinology surgery.

Achieved a remarkable reduction in mortality rates attributed to surgical incidents or complications, surpassing 80%.

Proficiently supervised a team managing five Surgical floors with over 100 beds and five operating rooms while ensuring quality care.

Recognized by the Ministry of Health of Guyana for establishing and maintaining quality standards of care throughout the region.

Functioned as an esteemed professor, actively engaged in training and upskilling nurses to execute new and advanced procedures.

EARLY WORK EXPERIENCE

General Surgeon Specialist Teaching (University) Clinical and Surgical Hospital

Chief Resident/Professor Assistant of Medicine & General Surgery Teaching (University) Clinical and Surgical Hospital “10 de Octubre”

Family Medical Doctor Community Policlinic “30 de Noviembre”

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Family Nurse Practitioner Program – Miami Regional University 2023

Associate Nurse (RN) – EDP University of Puerto Rico 2020

General Surgeon Specialist – Havana Medical Science University, Faculty of Medicine “10 de Octubre” 2003

Medical Doctor (MD) – Havana Medical Science University, Faculty of Medicine “10 de Octubre” 1998

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Advanced Practice Nurse License (APRN), FL 2023

Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, AANP-CB 2023

Licensed Registered Nurse, NY and FL 2021

Certified Da Vinci XI Surgical Robot Operator 2020

Certified Surgical Laser Operator 2018

Registered Phlebotomy Technician (RPT) 2017

Registered Electrocardiography Technician 2017

Registered Medical Assistant 2017

Certified Surgical Assistant, ABSA 2017

MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS

Florida Nurse Practitioner Network (FNPN) 2023

American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) 2023

American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) 2023

Florida Board of Nursing 2021

New York Board of Nursing 2021

Solidarity Without Borders (SSF) 2017

American Board of Surgical Assistants 2017

COMPUTER & TECHNICAL SKILLS

HTML, Adobe, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), EMR

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