Lorena Brown, RN, M.S.N., F.N.P.-B.C.

Home: 562-***-****

E-Mail:adwcg6@r.postjobfree.com

Objective I am relocating to California

Education

*/*/**** ********* *** Passed the American Nurses Credentialing Center Certification

8/2004 – 8/2007 Master’s Degree in Nursing, California State University at Fullerton

8/2004 – 8/2007 Family Nurse Practitioner, University of California at Irvine

7/2001 – 4/2004 Bachelors of Science in Nursing, University of Phoenix of So. Calif.

5/2000 Associate Degree in Nursing, Cerritos College in Norwalk

Experience

06/2017-Present Pre-Operative Medicine Clinic Nurse Practitioner

Kaiser Permanente Northwest – Hillsboro, OR.

Optimization of patient’ health status prior to surgery.

Responsible for direct full history & physical assessment along with evaluation of patient’s acute and chronic illnesses.

Evaluation of EKG, lab findings and any other cardiology or pulmonary testing & implemented problem solving skills.

Working in collaboration with surgeons, primary care providers and anesthesia.

Formulating and implementing of treatment plans and patient education

UBT Co-lead responsible for organizing & leading department meetings.

Performing duties & responsibilities of Clinician of the Day.

Fostering a positive rapport with Physicians, surgeons, nurses and medical assistants to ensure a harmonious and productive work environment

05/2016 – 5/2017 Family Practice Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care

Kaiser Permanente Northwest – Tualatin, OR.

Provided direct patient care for 15-20 patients a day, Assessing, diagnosing and treatment of acute illnesses. Implemented outcome-based patient treatment plans

Collaborated in primary care as a cross cover provider.

Management of chronic conditions.

Performing in office procedures.

Working Collaborative in a unit-based team

03/2011 – 04/2016 Peri-Operative Anesthesia Nurse Practitioner

Kaiser Permanente Southern California – Fontana, CA.

Working in Collaboration with Anesthesiologist.

Evaluating patient’s health care status for anesthesia.

Rounding on in-patient’s post operatively.

Perform advanced airway assessment and physical assessment.

Evaluation of 12–lead EKG and advanced cardiology testing.

Education and counseling of patients undergoing anesthesia.

1/2004-03/2011 Operating Room Nurse

Kaiser Permanente Hospital - Bellflower, CA.

Collaborated with physicians and other health care providers to develop a care plan for the patient during surgery.

Proficient as a Scrub Nurse in various surgical cases

Proficient as a Circulator Nurse in various surgical cases

Adhered to AORN standards of perioperative practice

Maintained a safe surgical environment

Competent with various surgical equipment and machinery

11/2008 – 3/2011 Peri-operative Services/Anesthesia Nurse Practitioner

UCI Medical Center - Orange, CA.

Direct patient care, providing the pre-anesthesia assessment, obtaining health history, perform physical assessment, identify problems, and formulate plans which include education and counseling.

Working in collaboration with Anesthesiologist and pre-op manager.

Collaboration includes co-managing patients with the Anesthesiologist for patients with unstable and complicated illnesses.

Integrating nursing process and collaborating with other healthcare professionals in managing health care problems, maintaining continuity of care, and coordinating community services.

Other duties include assisting with departmental projects and serve as a role model to colleagues, staff and students.

8/2008 – 11/2008 Family Nurse Practitioner

Minute Clinic- FNP Float Pool for North Orange County Area

Primary acute care illness, history taking, assessment, evaluation and treatment according to clinics clinical guidelines.

Evaluation and referral of emergent and urgent cases.

Screening for Cholesterol, glucose, hypertension and obesity.

Administration of immunizations according to age specific schedules, Ages 18months to adults.

Suture and staple removal.

1/2005 – 8/2007 Nurse Practitioner Role Transition

University of California at Irvine – Irvine, CA.

Adult Care with various chronic diseases

Pediatric care for chronic diseases and school and sports physicals

Obstetrics and Gynecology, pre-natal and post-natal follow-up.

History taking, assessment, evaluation, treatment.

Advanced pharmacology and prescription writing.

11/2001-12/2003 Operating Room Nurse

Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital – Whittier, CA.

Proficient as a Scrub Nurse in various surgical cases

Proficient as a Circulator Nurse in various surgical cases

Aware of surgical sterile techniques

Competent with various surgical equipment and machinery

Understanding of surgical conscience

7/2000 -11/2001 Staff Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente Hospital – Bellflower, CA.

Telemetry reading, set up, and monitoring of patients

IV therapy, medication administration, and blood components, and heparin drips.

Assessment, care planning, formulating nursing diagnosis and providing primary care.

Carried out telephone orders

Provided patient education

Prepared patients and documentation for Cardiac Catheterization.

Skills

Certified ACLS, BLS

Advanced physical assessment skills, IV start, Lab draw and Injections.

Excellent communication skills, patient assessment and triage

Strong documentation skills.

Ability to multi-task.

Solution oriented individual.

Proficient in the use of Excel, Power Point Presentations, and MS Office programs, and other computer programs.

Familiar with various types of hospital, clinic, and surgical equipment.

Languages Spoken

Fluent in Spanish reading, writing, and speaking

Community Involvement

10/2019 and 10/2023 Kuasi clinic – Cusco, Peru – weeklong volunteer

Preformed Various Head and Neck surgeries

Assisted surgeons

Circulated and scrubbed in various surgeries and dental cases

9/2009 – 2015 Lestonnac Free Clinic – Orange, CA.

Function as an urgent care Nurse Practitioner in a mission focused, primary care medical home serving patients all ages.

Diagnose and treat urgent care patients who present with both acute and chronic health problems.

Perform advance health assessment and evaluation.

10/2015 Interface Kids Mexicali Mexico -Volunteer Weekend

Perform health assessment and evaluation for kids undergoing surgical repair for Cleft lip & Palate.

Circulated and scrubbed in multiple surgeries for repair for facial abnormality

Professional membership/Activities

2008- Present Active Member of CANP organization

Attend Monthly Meetings

Update skills and knowledge base through monthly journals.

Licenses/Certifications

Oregon Nursing License # 201600033RN, expires 01/05/2024 Oregon Nurse Practitioner License #201600034NP-PP, Expires 01/05/2024

Washington State Nursing License # RN60657438, Expires 01/05/2024

Washington State Nurse Practitioner License #AP60704625, Expires 01/05/2024

NPI # 149*******

ANCC Certification # 200-***-****, Expires 02/29/2028 DEA Oregon State Registration # MB 1978444, Expires 7/31/2024

DEA Washington State Registration # MB4134211, Expires 07/31/2025

California Nursing License # 571796

California Nurse Practitioner License # 571796 NP

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