Nurse Practitioner - Western Neurological Associates - Burbank, California
(2024-02)
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic neurological disorders in an outpatient neurology practice.
- Perform comprehensive neurological examinations and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Manage patients with epilepsy, migraine disorders, peripheral neuropathy, Parkinson's disease, dementia, multiple sclerosis, stroke, essential tremor, and other movement disorders.
- Order and interpret diagnostic studies including MRI, CT, EEG, EMG/NCS, laboratory testing, and neuropsychological evaluations.
- Prescribe and monitor neurological medications while assessing treatment response and adverse effects.
- Educate patients and caregivers regarding disease processes, medication management, seizure precautions, fall prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborate with neurologists, primary care providers, therapists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and continuity of care.
Nurse Practitioner – Internal Medicine - Private Practice - Glendale, California
(2020-03)
- Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in adult and geriatric populations.
- Develop treatment plans and prescribe medications in accordance with evidence-based clinical guidelines.
- Order and interpret laboratory studies, imaging, and diagnostic testing.
- Manage patients with hypertension, diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, thyroid disease, osteoporosis, and other chronic medical conditions.
- Perform office-based procedures including shave biopsies, cryotherapy, and skin tag removal.
- Coordinate care with specialists, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies, and ancillary healthcare providers.
- Provide preventive healthcare services and patient education regarding disease management, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes and continuity of care.
Registered Nurse – Internal Medicine - Private Practice - Glendale, California
(2015-04 - 2020-02)
- Maintained comprehensive patient medical records and monitored changes in patient condition.
- Administered medications, IV therapy, injections, and phlebotomy services.
- Performed medication reconciliation and provided education regarding treatment plans and medication side effects.
- Utilized EMR/EHR systems and ICD-9/ICD-10 coding.
- Assisted physicians with office procedures and supervised medical assistants.
- Provided disease prevention counseling and health education to patients and families.
Registered Nurse – Pulmonary Telemetry - Glendale Adventist Medical Center - Glendale, California
(2015-08 - 2017-05)
- Assessed and monitored medically complex patients requiring telemetry and respiratory support.
- Developed and implemented individualized nursing care plans.
- Managed ventilators and other life-support equipment.
- Participated in emergency response situations utilizing BLS and ACLS protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide high-quality patient care.
- Multiple DAISY Award nominations.
- Employee of the Month.
Laboratory Technician - One Lambda / Thermo Fisher Scientific - Canoga Park, California
(2012-06 - 2013-01)
- Performed laboratory production and quality-control activities.
- Prepared biological reagents and laboratory buffers.
- Assisted with protocol development and regulatory compliance initiatives.
- Maintained adherence to GMP, GDP, quality, and safety standards.
