Oprah Espadron
Baton Rouge
Summary
Certified Advanced Practice Nurse Healthcare prepared for delivering top-notch patient care and medical services. Extensive experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing various health conditions. Known for team collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to changing medical needs. Proficient in clinical assessments and patient management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Patient Plus Urgent Care
04.2024 - Current
- Prevented hospitalizations by providing timely intervention for chronic disease exacerbations in the urgent care setting.
- Reduced urgent care wait times through efficient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with acute illnesses and injuries.
- Provided telemedicine consultations for remote or homebound patients requiring urgent medical attention but unable to travel to a clinic location.
- Performed minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting when required for urgent care patients.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay current on best practices and emerging trends in urgent care medicine.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, ensuring comprehensive assessments and appropriate interventions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, culturally competent care to diverse populations.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Terrebonne General Health System
07.2023 - 11.2024
- Executed discharge planning and education for patients and families, enhancing understanding of care requirements post-hospitalization.
- Assessed patient conditions and reported changes to healthcare providers, contributing to timely treatment adjustments.
- Utilized advanced wound care techniques to manage complex cases, ensuring optimal healing outcomes for patients.
- Documented patient assessments and care plans in charting software, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
Registered Nurse, In-House contract
Our Lady of The Lake
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Administered medications using automated dispensing systems to ensure precise dosage and timing.
- Performed emergency response procedures, including CPR and airway management, to stabilize patients.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and vital sign monitoring, to promote healing and recovery.
- Operated infusion pumps to deliver intravenous therapies, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care, improving adherence to treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Acute Float Pool RN
Our Lady of The Lake
10.2018 - 08.2021
- Utilized infusion pumps to deliver medications and fluids to patients efficiently.
- Performed IV insertions and maintenance to ensure proper medication administration.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and families through difficult transitions.
- Provided patient education on managing health conditions and post-discharge care.
- Monitored vital signs using advanced telemetry systems to ensure patient stability.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Travel Nurse
SNAP
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments in diverse clinical settings, identifying immediate care needs and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Maintained effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare professionals, ensuring clarity in care instructions and fostering a supportive environment.
- Utilized strong assessment skills in identifying early warning signs of complications or deterioration in patients'' conditions, allowing for prompt interventions when necessary.
Chronic Hemodialysis, RN
Fresenius Kidney Care
06.2017 - 10.2018
- Provided emotional support to patients and families coping with the challenges of chronic kidney disease, fostering a positive treatment experience.
- Evaluated patients' response to dialysis treatments over time, making necessary adjustments in consultation with nephrologists to optimize outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for patients with kidney disease.
- Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring laboratory results and adjusting treatment parameters accordingly.
- Optimized resource utilization by minimizing waste disposal and efficiently managing medical supplies inventory within the unit.
- Safeguarded patient safety by promptly identifying potential contraindications or allergies prior to initiating hemodialysis treatments.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient satisfaction within the hemodialysis unit.
Med-Surgical RN, Charge Nurse
Our Lady of The Lake
12.2011 - 06.2017
- Assessed patient conditions regularly, identifying changes in health status to initiate prompt care adjustments.
- Developed care plans tailored to individual patient needs, promoting optimal recovery and health outcomes.
- Facilitated patient admissions and discharges, streamlining processes to enhance patient flow and satisfaction.
- Trained staff on emergency response procedures, ensuring preparedness for any critical situations that may arise.
- Supervised nursing staff, providing guidance and support to maintain high standards of patient care and safety.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner
Southern University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University And A&M College
05.2011
Skills
- Well Woman’s Exam
- Laboratory Interpretation
- Pap Smear
- Wound dressing changes
- Advanced health assessment
- Suture Placement
- Suture Removal
- Casting
- EMR systems and documentation (E-Clinical)
- X-ray interpretation
- Critical and strategic thinker
- Preventive care
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Differential diagnosis
- Pediatric care
- Prescribing medications
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Patient safety
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- FNP-C, AANP
- APRN, LA
- RN, LA
- BLS
- ALS
Affiliations
American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), 2023
Practicuminternshipexperience
- Family Medicine, Montrel Duhue FNP, OLOL Physician Group, 400, 02/01/21-12/01/21, Baton Rouge, LA, Performed comprehensive health histories and physical exams for patients across the lifespan., Formulated the diagnoses and treatment plans for patients with Diabetes, Thyroid disease, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia., Ordered and interpreted laboratory and radiographic tests including EKG, CT, MRI, U/A., Counseled patients and families on preventative health screenings.
- Pediatrics, Jennifer Kepper FNP, Kid Med East, 120, 08/01/21-12/01/21, Denham Springs, LA, Performed comprehensive health histories and physical exams for pediatric patients aged newborn-18 years., Formulated the diagnoses and treatment plans for patients with Allergic Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Constipation, Health, Sports Physicals, Sprain Ankle, Otitis Media., Ordered and interpreted STD panel, UA, US, Respiratory Panel., Nasal Irrigation, IM and SC injections, Flu, Covid, and Strep Swap., Counseled patients and families on injury preventative strategies.
- Women’s Health, Lois B. Doyle, Care South, 120, 08/01/21-12/01/21, Donaldsonville, LA, Performed comprehensive health histories and physical exams for adult and adolescent women., Formulated the diagnoses and treatment plans for patients of Pre and Post Menopause, PID, STD, PCOS, Bacterial Vaginosis., Ordered and interpreted Ultrasound, Fecal Occult Blood Test, Urinalysis., Performed advanced exams in Wet Mounts, Whiff Test, Pap Smears, Breast Exams, Vaginal and Rectal Exams, Fetal Heart Tones, Fundal Height Assessment., Counseled patients on contraceptive options and management.
- Chronic Hemodialysis, Dawn Herbert, Renal Associates, 35, 04/01/21-05/01/21, Baton Rouge, LA, Performed comprehensive health histories and physical exams for kidney and Peritoneal Dialysis., Formulated the diagnoses and treatment plans for patients with Diabetes, Thyroid disease, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Peritoneal Dialysis., Interpreted Labs, Ultrasound of Kidneys, Urinalysis., Education given on diet, patients new to dialysis.
Nursingexperience
- Registered Nurse, In-House contract, Our Lady of The Lake, 08/01/21-Current
- Travel Nurse, SNAP, 01/01/21-03/01/21
- Acute Float Pool RN, Our Lady of The Lake, 10/01/18-08/01/21
- Chronic Hemodialysis, RN, Fresenius Kidney Care, 06/01/17-10/01/18
- Med-Surgical RN, Charge Nurse, Our Lady of The Lake, 12/01/11-06/01/17
Credentials
- MSN
- APRN
- FNP-C
Leadershippositions
- Charge Nurse
- Nurse Preceptor
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Patient Plus Urgent Care
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Terrebonne General Health System
07.2023 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse, In-House contract
Our Lady of The Lake
08.2021 - 07.2023
Travel Nurse
SNAP
01.2021 - 03.2021
Acute Float Pool RN
Our Lady of The Lake
10.2018 - 08.2021
Chronic Hemodialysis, RN
Fresenius Kidney Care
06.2017 - 10.2018
Med-Surgical RN, Charge Nurse
Our Lady of The Lake
12.2011 - 06.2017
- FNP-C, AANP
- APRN, LA
- RN, LA
- BLS
- ALS
Master of Science - Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner
Southern University And A&M College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University And A&M College
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