Nurse Practitioner Registered
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Summary of Skills
Experience in management skills and psychological finesse
Possess outstanding abilities in handling emergency situations
Expert in creating and maintaining safe and healthy environment for patients
Licenses & Certifications
Nurse Practitioner: NP95011612
Furnishing License: Available
ANCC Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification: 201-***-****
California RN 678055
BLS certification
Education
Brandman University, Irvine, CA 05/2014 – 05/2017
DNP, PMHNP Graduated: May 2017
United States University; San Diego, CA 05/2011-05/2012
Masters of Science in Nursing Cum Laude GPA: 3.7
University of Phoenix; San Diego, CA 05/2008 – 05/2010
Masters of Business Administration Cum Laude GPA: 3.5
University of Phoenix; San Diego, CA 05/2006 – 05/2008
Bachelors of Science in Nursing Cum Laude GPA: 3.5
Maric College; San Diego, CA 05/2004-05/2006 Associates Degree in Nursing
Professional Experience
Pacific Health Systems 03/2020-Present
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Provides direct treatment and medication management of psychiatric conditions in the inpatient and outpatient setting
Work collaboratively with clinicians and staff in management of patient’s treatment plan
Provide patient/family education and counseling in the areas of health promotion, maintenance, and disease prevention
Assess, plan, and coordinate all aspects of medical and supporting services
Utilize internal and community resources for patients and families
UCSD; La Jolla 11/2018-Present
Acute Care, RN Case Manager
Facilitate patient’s hospitalization from pre-admission through discharge
Coordinate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other providers to expedite medically appropriate cost-effective care
Applies clinical expertise and medical appropriateness criteria to resource utilization and discharge planning
Communicates with administration and the healthcare team as needed to facilitate patient care
Utilizes EPIC, ECIN, Allscripts, and Interqual
Crestwood Behavioral Health; Chula Vista, CA 01/2018 – 06/2018
Director of Nursing
Collaborates with program/clinical director and Medical Directors to ensure high quality, continuous care
Supervise employees who report to the Director of Nursing Services
Review and update policy and procedure manuals per facility regulatory agency protocols
Assist in the supervision and maintenance of the quality improvement program
Paradise Valley Hospital; National City, CA 09/2015 – 02/2017
RN, Acute Care Case Manager
Assess, develop, implement, coordinate and monitor a comprehensive plan of care for each patient/family in collaboration with physician, social worker, and all members of the interdisciplinary team in the inpatient care areas.
Combine clinical/quality considerations with regulatory/financial/utilization review demands to assure patients are receiving care in the appropriate setting and level of care.
Review of cost-effective utilization of resources while promoting quality outcomes.
Work with patient and family to develop a safe and effective discharge plan that will meet the needs of the patient beyond the hospital stay.
Paradise Valley Hospital; National City, CA 06/2014 –09/2015
RN, Emergency Department
Serves as a member of interdisciplinary healthcare teams in providing critical care and performing life-saving interventions
Coordinates plan of care with the client, their family, and the interdisciplinary team.
Acts as a supervisor by assessing, planning, delegating and utilizing independent judgment in directing other healthcare employees, such as LVN’s & newly hired RN’s for the provision of patient care.
Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice to identify patient goals. Participates in hourly rounding and observes safety guidelines and safe work practices.
Understands and adheres to the California Nurse Practice Act, The American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, the ANA Bill of Rights for Registered Nurses and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing.
United States University: National City, CA 05/2011- 09/2014
Clinical and Online Adjunct Assistant Nursing Instructor for RN, BSN, and MSN Programs
Developed online and classroom curriculum for BSN and MSN Programs.
Responsible for fostering student learning in the areas of nursing and general health courses for the Nursing department.
Develop, implement and evaluate instruction on site and in the online classroom environment
Report and record student achievement in assigned courses in accordance with department, division and college policies and procedures.
Teaching responsibilities include lecture and clinical practice settings.
Responsibilities also included advising students; assistance in the development and implementation of departmental initiatives.
Responsible for meeting the goals and objectives of individual Student Learning Outcomes
WellPoint – Anthem Blue Cross; San Diego, CA 09/2008 – 06/2014
RN Case Manager, Behavioral Health Clinical Programs
Collect and analyze data regarding the patient’s psychological, physical, and educational needs
Develop a comprehensive plan of care unique to each patient
Supervise patient’s plan of care; educate patient on the use of psychotropic medication; carries out medication management responsibilities
Effective at providing excellent communication skills while using interpersonal skills with patients and across the organization’s support team members
Highly skilled in crisis intervention, problem-solving, organizational and time management
Otay Lakes / La Jolla Orthopedic Surgery Center; Chula Vista, CA 04/2008– 09/2008
Perioperative RN
Assist with patient care in the operating room setting
Plan, implement, and evaluate surgical patient’s treatment plan
Manage the overall nursing care in the operating room to maintain a safe environment
Oasis Healthsouth Surgical Center; San Diego, CA 12/2007 – 09/2008
Perioperative Registered Nurse/Per Diem
Responsible for management of overall nursing care in surgical operating room
Evaluated and implemented treatment plan for patients
Informed family members & health-care professionals of patient status
Assisted surgeons with during examination, treatment, & procedures
Kaiser Permanente; San Diego, CA 12/2006 – 11/2007
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit/RN Level II Nurse
Served as primary coordinator for coordinated patient care
Provided direct nursing care to neonates & families with respect to procedures/protocols
Assessed, Planned, & Implemented care in addressing the problems of the neonate
Implemented nutritional assessment and care to infants & neonates
Wesley Medical Staffing; San Diego, CA 09/2004 – 12/2007
LVN & Registered Nurse
Performed pertinent bedside care to patients in a hospital setting
Administered Ex medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds, monitored vital signs
Monitored patient status in the following units: NICU, Surgical, Psychiatric, & Rehabilitation
Leadership
Vision in Action Leadership Award
Medical Reserve Corp. Volunteer
ANA member
APNA member
American Society for Quality member
ANCC
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