CELINE VILLARIZ,FNP

PHONE: 602-***-****• E-MAIL: adjaxn@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position in a healthcare facility as a Nurse Practitioner where knowledge, skills, and expertise can give quality care to clients/patients.

EDUCATION

MSN/Family Nurse Practitioner November 12, 2011

University of Phoenix, Arizona

Bachelor of Science in Nursing 2002

Quezon City, Philippines

Medical Residency Training in OB-GYN 1988-1993

Armed Forces of the Philippines Medical Center

Military/Called to Active Duty/Capt. of the 1988

Philippine Navy Medical Corps, Makati City,

Philippines

Post-Graduate Medical Internship 1987

Philippine Army General Hospital, Philippines

Doctor of Medicine 1986

Iloilo Doctors’ College of Medicine, Philippines

Bachelor of Science in General Science (pre-medicine) 1981

University of Sto. Tomas, Philippines

SKILLS

Excellent care provider and acts as patient’s advocate, strives to understand patient’s needs

and concerns

Maintains critical thinking skills to provide excellent and dignified patient care

Exceptional versatility and adaptability

Dedication and sensitivity in meeting and anticipating patient’s diverse needs in varied and

complex situations

Reliable, responsible, hard-working, and can go beyond expectations

Eager and open to new opportunities, continuous education, and interested in developing

and learning new skills

Self-motivated with good interpersonal, organizational, client service, and verbal and

written communication skills

Managerial experience in health care settings/organizations

Superlative educational background and experience

WORK EXPERIENCES

August 14, 2017 up to January 2021

Copa Health/Partners in Recovery

Works with psychiatrist and behavioral health staff in delivering quality primary care (as listed below) to seriously mentally ill patients (SMI).

September 1, 2015 - August 4, 2017

Trinity Adult Medicine – 9150 W. Indian School Rd., Suite 131, Phoenix, AZ 85037 -Nurse Practitioner

Assesses the complex acute, critical and chronically ill patients for urgent and emergent conditions.

Works with a physician and staff to provide the most efficient and competent care to patients.

Diagnose, treat and help patients manage acute and chronic illnesses.

Works with a psychiatric facility in delivering quality care to seriously mentally ill (SMI) patients.

Orders and performs diagnostic tests and procedures.

Prescribes pharmacologic treatment based on the scope of practice.

Prescribes age-specific physical therapy and rehabilitation.

Performs and accurately documents pertinent, comprehensive, and focused physical and mental health and cognitive assessment.

Counsels and educate patients about preventive measures to avoid illness.

April 28, 2014 - August 31, 2015

Arizona State Prison Complex - Perryville - Nurse Practitioner – 2105 N Citrus Road, Goodyear AZ 85039

Provided basic medical services/primary care to inmates supervised by a licensed physician.

Responsible for the care of about 4,000 inmates during the 24-hour on call duty for 1 week every 6-8 weeks.

Assigned as the permanent provider in a medium-security compound with about 1,000 inmates.

Performed routine physical examination on newly-admitted inmates at intake.

Evaluate patients for the necessity of specialty referral consultations inside or outside the institution.

Ordered and reviewed the results of labs, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures as appropriate.

Worked with a variety of healthcare professionals and security officers in a correctional environment.

Responded to and initiated care for medical emergencies throughout the facility.

Provided education to inmates, healthcare and professional staff.

September 10, 2012 - April 25, 2014

Sunrise OB/GYN - Nurse Practitioner - 8410 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85037

Delivered primary care to women across the life span, with emphasis on reproductive-gynecologic

health.

Provided gynecologic services including well-woman care, health education, contraceptive counseling

and prenatal care.

Collaborated with doctors and other members of the healthcare team in providing quality care to

women, addressed women’s health issues, including health and wellness counseling, contraceptive

care and management, STD screening and follow up, pregnancy testing, care before, during

and after pregnancy, care before and after menopause, evaluation and treatment of infections, and

contraceptive management.

Managed and treated patients holistically, addressed medical/surgical problems based on the scope of practice, made prompt and appropriate referrals as needed

Emphasized health promotion of women including psycho-social well-being.

Performed minor procedures.

January 2011 – August 31, 2012

Kindred Hospital Staff Nurse –Medical/Surgical Floor

Provided quality care to long-term acute adult and elderly patients

Provided quality care to majority of adult and elderly patients on ventilators

July 2010 - November 2010

Care Partners Health Services, Inc. Goodyear, Arizona

Manager/Supervisor/Care Coordinator

Provided clinical supervision and management skills to all disciplines (nurses, physical/occupational/speech therapists, home health aides, and medical social workers)

working in their respective areas

Ensured that clients received timely and appropriate medical/professional treatment

Responsible in the delivery of skilled services from all disciplines to provide the highest quality of care to the clients

April 2009 – June 2010

Integrity Home Health Care, Peoria, Arizona

Clinical Field Manager

Provided medical and health services to patients and families at home and assessed home environment and needs of patients

Multi-system assessment of patient, medication teachings, and home safety evaluation

April 2010 – November 2010 (PRN)

Zion Home Health Care, Phoenix, Arizona

Clinical Field Manager

Same as the above functions

September 2007 – March 2009

St. Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona

Staff Nurse, Labor & Delivery/Ante-natal/Post-Partum

Responsible for taking care of women before, during, and after delivery

Assisted in the delivery of a patient’s infant

October 2006 – September 2007

Phoenix Baptist Hospital, Phoenix, Arizona

Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery/Couplet Care

Same as the above functions

OTHER SIGNIFICANT WORK EXPERIENCES

Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery/Ante-natal January 2002 – February 2006

Medical/Surgical Ward

Neopolitan General Hospital, Philippines

Director/Proprietress/Manager 1993 - 2006

Villariz Medical-Maternity Clinic, Philippines

Chief/OIC, Military Dependents’ Ward 1993-1995

Manila Naval Hospital, Philippines

REFERENCES

Shaun Dekutsoski, MD

Medical Director, PCP

Copa Health

Phone : 507-***-****.

Nancy-Martin Concepcion, MD

Chief Psychiatrist

Phone: 602-***-****

Email: adjaxn@r.postjobfree.com

Rodd Aking, MD Shannon Martin

Internal Medicine. Clinical Director

Trinity Adult Medicine Copa Health

adjaxn@r.postjobfree.com 623-***-****

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