EDUCATION
Azusa Pacific University **/****
M.S. Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner
Azusa Pacific University 05/2015
B.S. Nursing
University of California San Diego
B.A. Mathematics, Minor in Philosophy
LICENSES & CREDENTIALS
California RN License 950*****-**/2015 – 05/2021
California NP License 950*****-**/2018 – 05/2021
California NPF License 950*****-**/2018 – 05/2021
AANP Certification 03/2020 – 03/2025
NPI 127*******
DEA number pending application
AHA - Basic Life Support Expires 06/2022
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
San Diego Liver Center – Primary Care Adults II 04/2018 - 05/2018
Anna Marie Hefner, PhD, PNPC
The Neurology Center of Southern California - Primary Care Adults II 02/2018 - 05/2018
Andrew Inocelda, PA-C
Boris Khamishon, M.D., A.P.C. - Primary Care Adults II 02/2018- 04/2018
Boris Khamishon, MD - Neurologist
Borrego Health Centro Medico El Cajon - Women’s Health 05/2017 - 08/2017
Unneetha Pruitt, MSN-CNM
Patrick Henry High School - Adolescent Health 02/2017- 04/2017
Kathy Ryan, MSN-FNP
Pediatric Neurology Therapeutics – Adolescent Health 02/2017 - 05/2017
Dr. Suzanne Goh MD –Pediatric Neurologist
Wendy Alva, MSN-PNP
Children’s Healthcare Medical Associates – Pediatric Health 09/2016 - 12/2016
Dr. Tami Nakahara MD - Pediatrician
Pediatric Neurology Therapeutics – Pediatric Health 09/2016 - 12/2016
Dr. Suzanne Goh MD - Pediatric Neurologist
Huong L Nguyen, MD – Primary Care for Adults 05/2016 - 08/2016
Huong Thi Le Nguyen, MD
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Performed patient examinations. Obtained medical histories from patients and caregivers
Collaborated with supervising Physician and/or Advanced Practice Provider to make treatment recommendations. Ordered labs and other diagnostic tests. Called in recommended prescriptions to appropriate pharmacies when required. Assisted with referrals to specialists.
Delivered patient education on various topics ranging from disease prevention and health promotion to proper medication usage and further community services available to patients and their families.
WORK EXPERIENCE
GEO Group – Western Region Detention Center 05/2017 – present
RN
Performed complete physical assessments and medical history intakes for detainees entering the correctional system, approximately 10-15 detainees daily.
Assisted the Physician and Nurse Practitioner with minor procedures including post-op care and management, incision & drainage, toenail removals, paronychia, wound care
Triaged detainees with multiple acute and complex chronic symptoms. Worked independently, without direct oversight of provider, and had to recommend treatment plan
Supervised the workflow of the Licensed Vocational Nurse staff. Provided input into their performance evaluation.
Vi at La Jolla Village 11/2015 – 11/2017
RN Supervisor
Supervised, directed, and advised all nursing staff members (LVNs and CNAs) in the skilled nursing, memory support, and assisted living units.
Assessed patient’s physical, psychological, self-care, educational and discharge planning needs.
Evaluated and determined patient’s needs and implemented interventions in the care plan.
Provided patient and family education and counseling.
Reviewed patient care plans and consult with physicians and other health care providers to adjust the plan for optimum patient outcomes.
Participated in orientation and training of new employees.
Managed practices consistent with current company standards and local, state, and federal regulatory standards.
Legal Researcher 12/2003 – 08/2013
First Legal Support Services
Experienced in legal – criminal, civil, federal, probate, domestic and property – research and court filing procedures.
Performed extensive research projects involving court cases and property records.
Maintained excellent communication and interpersonal skills while interacting with people of diverse backgrounds.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
UCSD Medical Center, Senior Behavioral Medicine Unit, Hillcrest 10/2012 – 06/2016
340 volunteer hours.
Coordinated and assisted elderly patients with activities, games, and crafts.
Participated with group and individual patient interactions.
HONORS
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing inducted 11/2014
Kaiser Permanente Dolores Jones Nursing Scholarship Program Recipient 11/2014
Poster Presenter ACNL Innovations Conference 03/2015
ORGANIZATIONS
American Association of Nurse Practitioner member since 2017
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing member since 2014
San Diego Neurosciences Society member since 2016
LANGUAGES
Spanish and some Hungarian.