Clinical & Leadership Experience
Nurse Practitioner, CIGNA Evernorth
Treated and managed employee occupational injuries with appropriate referral and imaging. Trained providers in telehealth workflows, SOAP documentation, and compliance.
Family Nurse Liaison, Mercy Medical Center
Conducted pre- and post-operative patient education to support safe recovery and reduce complications.
Director of Employee Health, Nurse Practitioner, Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula (CHOMP)
Nurse Practitioner, Maxim Healthcare/Amergis/Montgomery County Government
Nurse Practitioner, Pivot Occupational Health
Registered Nurse, University of Maryland Medical Center
Managed remote triage, acute symptom management with an emphasis on patient-centered virtual communication. Conducted synchronous and asynchronous consults for respiratory infections, COVID-19, and general acute conditions. Supported medication adherence, self-management strategies, and patient education for diverse populations. Reduced workforce disease transmission and improved productivity.
Directed preventive health and acute care services for employees, including same-day access for urgent issues. Developed care management protocols for population health, occupational wellness, and infectious disease navigation. Managed operational oversight of employee wellness and safety programs.
Know Your Numbers Program
Provide primary care and low-acuity urgent care to patients via in-person and virtual visits, including pediatrics, adolescents, and adult populations. Conduct evidence-based virtual assessments, acute illness management, and chronic disease follow-up using established clinical protocols. Lead interdisciplinary reviews to ensure safe transitions of care and reduction of unnecessary emergency room utilization. Ensure compliance with telehealth regulations, school-health privacy standards, and multi-state licensure.
Delivered high-acuity nursing care while participating in utilization review and root cause analysis. Led quality improvement projects that aligned with Joint Commission and other hospital regulatory standards.
Academic Experience
Graduate Nursing Faculty, Capella University
Taught advanced health assessment, nursing foundations, clinical diagnosis & management with emphasis on clinical reasoning and licensure readiness. Facilitated clinical validation, remediation, and NCLEX preparation. Advanced equity-focused teaching practices in diverse learner populations.
Adjunct Faculty & Nurse Coordinator, Howard Community College
Taught public health course with emphasis on social determinants of health in both micro- and macro-systems. Directed wellness center operations and ensured compliance with state and federal standards. Delivered instruction in population health and health promotion, embedding DEI and SDOH principles.
Visiting Professor, San Jose State University
Visiting Professor, George Washington University
Visiting Professor, University of California, Los Angeles
Taught advanced pathophysiology, health assessment, and nursing foundations with emphasis on clinical reasoning and licensure readiness. Helped develop simulation-based, experiential learning aligned with AACN core competencies. Guided students through clinical and practicum experiences, supporting reflective practice and theory-to-application integration. Mentored students on resume/portfolio development, licensure preparation, and professional communication. Facilitated student reflection on workplace performance, interprofessional collaboration, and professional identity formation. Ensured curriculum compliance with accreditation.
Taught advanced pathophysiology with emphasis on clinical reasoning and licensure readiness. Assisted with graduate-level curriculum aligned with CCNE standards and workforce outcomes. Provided academic advising and individualized remediation to support student success and retention. Taught in online learning formats, ensuring inclusive and supportive academic environments.
Provide instruction according to a pre-designed, competency-based curriculum for the MSN Flex Path program. Evaluate learner work using standardized rubrics and deliver substantive written and video feedback that supports mastery of course competencies. Integrate current, evidence-based practice and emerging nursing standards into instructional content. Adhere to university policies regarding grading, academic integrity, and timely evaluation.
Throughout my career, I have tackled key challenges in healthcare, including:
Fragmented Care & Inefficient Systems
Reducing unnecessary emergency department visits, improving continuity of care, and aligning clinical workflows with regulatory and payer requirements.
Workforce Readiness & Clinical Competency Gaps
Closing the theory–practice gap by preparing early-career clinicians for real-world practice through simulation and applied learning, improving outcomes for both patients and providers.
Regulatory, Compliance & Risk Exposure
Mitigating risk and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, reducing organizational exposure to audits and liability.
Health Equity & Access Barriers
Integrating social determinants of health, diversity, equity, and inclusion into care models and academic content improving access for underserved populations and exposing students to a diverse perspective.
Provider Burnout & Operational Inefficiency
Designing solutions that reduce provider burnout, improve workload management, and enhance provider engagement.
