Nurse Practitioner - Pain Management at Baylor Scott & White (2024-12 – Present)
- Conduct comprehensive and focused physical exams, obtain medical histories, and assess physical and mental health conditions to formulate accurate diagnoses.
- Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests to guide clinical decision-making and address patient health concerns.
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans; prescribe medications and recommend therapies with an emphasis on safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness.
- Educate and counsel patients and families on disease processes, medication regimens, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and preventive care strategies.
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and initiate appropriate referrals or specialist consultations when cases exceed scope of practice.
- Provide specialty-level consultation, perform procedures within scope and training, manage patients across diverse healthcare settings, and ensure continuity of care through pre/post-operative follow-ups and hospital rounds as needed.
Nurse Practitioner - Women's Health (Practicum/Internship) at CommUnityCare - East Austin (2023-07 – 2023-10)
Under Supervision of a Preceptor
- Conducted comprehensive gynecological exams, including Pap smears, pelvic exams, and breast exams, ensuring thorough assessment and early detection of potential health issues
- Managed a wide range of women's health conditions, including menstrual disorders, menopause symptoms, and reproductive health concerns, providing evidence-based treatments and care plans
- Provided prenatal and postnatal care, including routine monitoring, patient education, and managing common pregnancy-related complications to ensure maternal and fetal well-being
- Educated patients on contraceptive options and reproductive health, supporting informed decision-making and promoting family planning
- Diagnosed and treated sexually transmitted infections, offering patient education on prevention and management to enhance sexual health
- Assisted preceptor with minor gynecological procedures, such as IUD insertions and removals, endometrial biopsies, and colposcopies
Nurse Practitioner - Pediatrics (Practicum/Internship) at Gold's Pediatrics (2023-07 – 2023-10)
Under Supervision of a Preceptor
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for pediatric patients, identifying developmental milestones and potential health concerns
- Diagnosed and managed common pediatric illnesses and conditions such as upper respiratory infections, ear infections, asthma, and gastrointestinal disorders
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine health screenings, including vision and hearing tests, in accordance with pediatric preventive care guidelines
- Educated children and their families on health promotion, disease prevention, nutrition, and developmental expectations
Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice/Primary Care (Practicum/Internship) at Village Practice (2023-01 – 2023-07)
Under Supervision of a Preceptor
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations for patients across the lifespan
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans, collaborating with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary teams
- Managed acute and chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and infectious diseases, providing evidence-based treatment and follow-up care
- Performed routine health screenings and preventive care services, including immunizations, Pap smears, and well-child exams
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, health maintenance, and treatment options
- Interpreted EKGs, radiographs, and laboratory results to make informed clinical decisions and adjust care plans accordingly
- Prescribed medications and managed pharmacotherapy within the scope of practice, ensuring safe and effective medication use
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) to document patient encounters, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping
Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care (Practicum/Internship) at CommUnityCare (2022-07 – 2023-01)
Under Supervision of a Preceptor
- Managed patient flow and triage to prioritize care based on the severity of conditions, maintaining efficiency in a fast-paced urgent care setting
- Diagnosed and managed a variety of urgent care presentations, such as minor injuries, infections, respiratory conditions, and gastrointestinal complaints
- Performed minor procedures, including wound suturing, incision and drainage, splinting, and administering injections
Registered Nurse - Home Health at Top Tier Home Health (2023-10 – 2024-12)
Registered Nurse - Home Health at Hoping Hearts Home Health (2023-10 – 2024-12)
Registered Nurse at City of Austin / Austin Public Health (2019-08 – 2024-12)
Registered Nurse / Clinical Trainer / Clinical Supervisor at CommUnityCare (2013-08 – 2019-04)
