Nurse Practitioner Registered
Resume:
Laura Moroney
RN, BSN, MSN-FNP-C
La Quinta CA 92253
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Summary of Qualifications
●Professional and licensed APRN and RN in California State with DEA and furnishing rights.
●Distinguished and awarded Contractor of the Year by 3rd Dental Battalion for exemplary dedication to staff, patients and members of the US armed forces in Okinawa Japan.
●Specializing in international nursing management with a focus on improve quality assurance and safety.
● Clinical educator, award recipient, California board certified registered nurse, mentor, and community volunteer who serves and patient care advocate.
●Surgical first assistant understanding medical, cosmetic and oral surgical cases.
Education
Master of Science and Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner May 2018
Specialization: Family Practice
Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Sigma Theta Tau with honors
Baccalaureate in Science and Nursing December 2011
California State University, San Bernardino
Associates Degree Science and Nursing December 2005
Saddleback College, Mission Viejo
Licensure
California Board of Registered Nurses (RN) #676007 Licensed/active
California Board of Registered Nurses (Nurse Practitioner) #95010035 Licensed/Active
California Board of Registered Nurses (Furnishing) # 95010035 Licensed/Active
American Academy of Moderate Sedation Nurses (CSRN) Licensed/Active
United States DEA# MM5063778 Licensed/Active
Certifications
Basic Life Support: Expires April 2020
Advanced cardiac life support: Expires May 2020
Pediatric advanced life support: Expires May 2020
Advanced Practice Nurse/Work Experience
Contour Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Rancho Mirage, California- 40hr/week
2006-Present
Board Certified Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology Clinic
Advanced Practice Nurse/surgical first assistant
Provides advanced practice nursing care to medical and cosmetic dermatological patients.
Assists with MOHs micrographic surgery, identifying lesion and treatment site, administering anesthesia prior to surgical incision and performing surgical closures.
Reviews labs and diagnostics to determine various disease processes.
Identifies and treated patients with using a systematic approach toward acute and chronic illnesses.
●Performs laser treatments and cosmetic procedures including; botulinum toxin and dermal fillers in a busy clinic under the guidance of board certified dermatologist.
●Certified in laser tissue interactions and laser safety operations for a variety of lasers, including KTP, CO2, erbium-yag, ND-yag, Fraxel, IPL and hair removal.
●Certified nurse injector, Botox, Dysport, hyaluronic acids and other calcium hydroxyapatite.
●Assisted with complex cosmetic outpatient surgical procedures and trained new staff in policies and procedures within the guidelines of the state safety codes.
Desert Medical Imaging, Indian Wells CA- 40hr/week/Per Diem
July 2017-Present
Interventional Radiology and Intra-Operative outpatient clinic/Research Department.
Clinical nurse specialist/prostate cancer research department
Team member in a phase II clinical trial for Prostate Cancer using MRI guided Focal therapy.
●Advanced Cardiac Support and Conscious Sedation Nurse Practitioner.
●Worked as a cross functional conscious sedation registered nurse (CSRN), scrub nurse and circulating nurse.
●Conducted training needs analysis (TNA) to determine learning needs of all staff in research department regarding management of adverse outcomes in interventional radiological setting and managed training and development of life support skills.
●Perform complete history and physicals for perioperative screening of IVCS in an interventional radiology medical center.
●Administer moderate sedation medications.
●Monitored vital signs and physiological responses to IVCS including; respiration, O2 saturation, end title CO2 capnography, blood pressure and heart rate.
●Managed adverse outcomes and implemented support if needed.
My Family Clinic, Internship
February 2018-May 2018
Indio, California
Managed chronic medical conditions for a diverse population of patients.
Oversee the health and wellness all age patients’ infants to seniors.
Performed women’s health exam and wellness exams as well as managed care for pregnant women during antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum phases.
Provide health and wellness care to infants and children; including performing well checkups, monitoring growth and development and delivering vaccinations.
Treat minor acute injuries, ordered diagnostic radiological exams, sutured and repaired subcutaneous injuries.
Provide episodic care for acute illnesses in all age groups
Le Fleur Women’s Health, Internship
November 2018-February 2018
Rancho Mirage, California
Obtained comprehrelevant health history, including a comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic history, with emphasis on gender-based differences.
Performing a complete, system, or symptom-directed physical examinations on women, including obstetric and gynecologic conditions/needs that include, pregnancy, benign and malignant gynecologic conditions, contraception, sexually transmitted infections, infertility, perimenopause/menopause/postmenopause and other gender-specific illnesses.
Assessing, diagnosing, and treating for maternal and fetal well-being, high-risk pregnancies, depression, and pregnancy/postpartum complications.
Assessing, diagnosing, and treating disease risk factors specific to women.
Distinguishing female gender differences in presentation and progression of health problems and responses to pharmacological agents and other therapies.
Assessing social and physical environmental health risks, including teratogens, that impact childbearing.
Assessing for evidence of intimate partner violence, sexual abuse, and substance abuse.
Assessing, diagnosing, and treating issues related to sexuality.
Assessing parental behavior and skills and promotes smooth transition to role changes.
Assessing, diagnosing, and treating selected reproductive health needs or problems in male partners, such as sexually transmitted infections, contraception, and infertility.
Assessing genetic risks and refers, as needed, for testing and counseling.
Collaborating with other health care providers for management or referral of high-risk pregnancies.
Performing primary care procedures, including pap smears, microscopy, post-coital tests, intrauterine device (IUD) insertion, and endometrial biopsies.
Providing management and education for women and men in need of family planning and fertility control.
German Medical Center Manama, Bahrain - 45/hr weekly
2016-2017
International surgical center
Nurse manager/clinical nurse specialist/educator
●Nurse educator, manager and trainer of clinicians on medical aesthetic treatments including laser focal therapy, neuromodulators and dermal fillers.
●Coordinated orientation of new staff to the organization, procedures, and culture.
● Delivered competent based information for staff with a focus on improvement of skills and retention of knowledge.
●Spearheaded weekly meeting to improve patient outcomes, staff education and maintain clinical knowledge for over 15 support staff members.
●Trained clinical staff on medical lasers like; Erbium-yag, ND-yag, CO2, IPL, alexandrite, and diode.
●Managed adverse clinical outcomes and implemented treatment protocols to improve patient safety.
●Developed a resource referral pool to allow patients access to additional medical providers in area.
●Monitored patient progress and maintained clinical and NHRA standards to ensure accurate reporting and compliance; advocate for clients' health and safety.
3rd Dental Battalion Camp Foster, Okinawa Japan- 44 hr/week
2013-2016
Oral Surgery Department
Certified registered intravenous sedation nurse (CSRN)
●Performed complete history and physicals for perioperative screening of IVCS in outpatient clinical setting.
●Administer moderate sedation medications.
●Monitored vital signs and physiological responses to IVCS including; respiration, O2 saturation, end title CO2 capnography, blood pressure and heart rate.
●Managed adverse outcomes and implemented support if needed.
●Supervised the maintenance of the BLS, ACLS and PALS carts for all clinics with sedation providers.
●Collaborated with anesthesiology for proper Navy medical certification of IVCS.
Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan 44-48 hours/weekly
2011-2013
Mother Infant Care Center
Clinical Nurse Specialist, Labor and Delivery Nurse
●Provided support for the mother in antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum stages of pregnancy and labor.
●Monitored fetal heart rate, and mother's vital signs, measured the strength and timing of contractions.
●Administered medications to induce and suppress labor and performing diagnostic tests when needed.
●Consulted with physicians and other members of the care team.
●Coached mothers during delivery using breathing techniques and other strategies for manage pain.
●Identified and assisted with complications including; caesarean section, shoulder dystocia, postpartum hemorrhage, pre-eclampsia and eclampsia.
●Performed newborn tests while provided education and support to mother and families after delivery.
●Certified lactation specialist assisted in LATCH and new parent/ infant adaptions.
Teaching Experience
Clinical educator Contour Dermatology Present
Outpatient surgical center
Ambassador and trainer for medical and nursing staff rotating through center.
Senior laser safety officer and clinical educator.
German Medical Center Manama, Bahrain 2016
International Medical Clinic specializing in dermatology, laser and aesthetics.
Medical applications of laser and tissue interactions course for an international team of nurses. The program focus was based on laser physics, safety and medical applications.
●Design interactive training program with patient scenarios to engage the medical team in active learning.
● Implemented a practical learning environment which facilitated a safe and patient-centered medical environment.
Sun Safety Clinical Educator, Palm Springs, California 2006-2011
Designed and Implemented a sun safety course for school children within the Palm Springs Unified School District.
●Created interactive discussions regarding proper sun safety in high UV index regions
●Presented material regarding skin cancer and prevention from the American Academy of Dermatology
●Recruited vendors for provision of hats, and sun safety gear to provide to the children
Public Health Field Educator, Teen mom program, Palm Springs, California 2008
Created a teen mom program for pregnant students enrolled in a continuation high school that discussed the 3 stages of labor and postpartum care.
●Discussed the physiological changes that occur during the intrapartum period of labor.
●Facilitated a question and answer didactic regarding what to expect at each stage as well as possible complications.
●Provided education on breastfeeding, birth control, and post-partum depression.
Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
March 2018-present
American Women’s Health Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)
2012-Present
American Association of Moderate Sedation Nurses (AAMSN)
November 2018-Present
California Nurse Practitioner Association
December 2005-Present
Dermatological Nurses Association (DNA)
2006-Present
Popular Media Publication
German Medical Center (2016) ND-Yag laser for lip-lightening. Instagram GMC. https://www.instagram.com/p/BN1aA14AgAW/?taken-by=gmcbahrain
Honors and Awards
Contractor of the Year, 3rd Dental Battalion Camp Foster, Okinawa Japan
2015
Community Service
Volunteer, American Red Cross
2011-Present
Volunteer, Palm Springs Unified School District, Sun Safety Coordinator, School Nurse
2009-2011
Mentor, Amistad Continuation School, Mother-Infant (Teen) educator
2009
Professional Development
Fitzgerald Education Health Care Associated Mid-level NP preparatory class (July 2018)
American Academy of Moderate Sedation Nurses CSRN certification Palm Springs CA (November 2017)
Texoane International Clinical Conference, Madrid, Spain (October 2016)
Intravenous Sedation Nurse Program, Okinawa, Japan (April 2016- present)
Dermatology Nurses Association Conference San Francisco, CA (2009)
References
Dr. John Feller (Radiologist/Clinical Director)
Desert Medical Imaging
Indian Wells, California
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Dr. Timothy Jochen (Dermatologist/CMO)
Contour Dermatology Cosmetic Surgery Center
Rancho Mirage CA 92201
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Dr. Michael Will (Family Physician/ Clinic Director/ Owner)
Kerrigan/Will Family Medical Group
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Dr. Eduardo Garza (OBGYN)
Fleur Women’s Health
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Patricia Horn, Doctor of Nursing Practice-Midwifery
Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune
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Rick McCallister Doctor of Nursing Practice-Midwifery
University of Minnesota
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Kelly Minor RN, BSN, MSN-midwifery
110W 74th St. 4B,
New York, NY 10023
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