Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology, CT Surgery
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I am a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with specialized expertise in cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, advanced heart failure, and heart transplantation.
Health, I provide comprehensive cardiovascular care, from diagnostics and risk stratification to the management of complex conditions. Previously, I served at UC San Diego Health, where I cared for patients with LVADs and heart transplants, participated in transplant selection, contributed to research, and led quality improvement initiatives. My background also includes high-acuity cardiac nursing, teaching as adjunct nursing faculty, and presenting at national conferences.
With advanced nursing and kinesiology degrees, I bring a strong foundation in both clinical practice and education, with a commitment to improving patient outcomes and advancing the field of cardiovascular care.
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner – Adventist Health (2024–Present): Provide comprehensive cardiovascular care, interpret diagnostics, and manage complex cardiac conditions in collaboration with cardiologists.
Cardiothoracic Surgery & Advanced Heart Failure/Transplant NP – UC San Diego Health (2018–2023): Managed LVAD and transplant patients, provided perioperative care, and contributed to transplant selection, research, and quality improvement.
Clinical Nurse – UC San Diego Health (2015–2018): Delivered high-acuity cardiac care in a telemetry unit, including heart failure, MI, and arrhythmia management.
Adjunct Faculty – Azusa Pacific University (2017–2018): Taught BSN students, supervised clinical rotations, and mentored on patient-centered care.
Research & Presentations: Contributed to national conferences and clinical research advancing transplant and cardiovascular care.
Master of Science, Nursing, Azusa Pacific University | San Diego, CA | 2015 - 2017 Nursing Education Post-Master’s Certificate, Azusa Pacific University | San Diego, CA | 2015 - 2017 Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Azusa Pacific University | San Diego, CA | 2013 - 2015 Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, California Polytechnic State University | San Luis Obispo, CA | 2011