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Benedicto Ramos
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Bel Air,MD
Summary
Empathetic Nurse Practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing over 18 years of acute care nursing experience and 5 years in diagnosing,
evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Pain Management Nurse Practitioner
Clearway Pain Solutions
2023.03 - Current
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques on 30-35 patients daily
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and develop treatment plan for epidural and joint injections
- Reviewed MRI, CT scans, Xrays of joint and spinal regions to determine appropriate interventional procedures.
- Practiced safe prescribing of controlled substances by reviewing PDMP and collaborating with primary care and specialty physicians/providers.
- Developed a multi-modal treatment plan including interventional therapies along with pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical medication regimens.
Nurse Practitioner, Pain Management Inpatient
Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
2020.04 - Current
- Perform patient assessments with daily census of up to 20 patients, compare and contrast results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Coordinate with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions on up to 8 new pain management consults daily.
- Analyze up to 30 medical records of patients ordered opioids and benzodiazepines on daily basis. Assess risks vs benefits of each and adjust regimen according to patient’s medical condition. Advise ordering providers on alternative options.
- Review cases monthly involving adverse drug reactions requiring naloxone and consult ordering provider(s) on considerations for future care.
- Monitor pre- and post-assessment activity related to opioid administration. Review with registered nurses, collectively or individually, and discuss strategies to ensure timely assessment before and after opioid administration.
- Oral presentation to graduate registered nurses regarding pain management
- Educate patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Discuss care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Nurse Practitioner, Pain Mgmt, Oncology Outpatient
Kaufman Oncology At Upper Chesapeake
2020.09 - Current
- Developed and lead pain management program at Kaufman Outpatient Oncology.
- Assess up to 6 patients on scheduled pain management appointment day to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Assess patients regularly and adjust opioid and non-opioid regimen according to severity of oncologic status.
- Complete prior authorizations for opioid medications that can include engaging in appeals process.
Nurse Practitioner
Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
2020.03 - 2020.04
- On boarding training and performed patient assessments.
- Compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Assisted in admission history and physical assessments during COVID pandemic hospital admission surplus in 2021.
Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Department
University Of Maryland, Baltimore
2019.10 - 2020.02
- Performed laceration repairs, pelvic exams, microscopic analysis in adult ED and urgent care.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Of Maryland, Baltimore
2018.09 - 2019.10
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Performed ultrasound guided IV placement.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Member of Documentation Committee
- Member of Falls Prevention Committee
Registered Nurse, Pain Management
University Of Maryland, Baltimore
2008.10 - 2018.09
- Acute Pain Management Services
- Managed patient's pain on PCA and epidural pain pumps
- Assessed dermatome levels of epidural pain patients.
- Developed and updated hospital’s pain management guidelines
- Mentored post anesthesia recovery unit RNs in management of PCA and epidural care
Sales Representative
McEnroe Voice & Data
2006.01 - 2008.10
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
- Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
- Negotiated contracts with clients and developed relationships with key personnel.
Sales Representative
Philips Medical Systems
2001.01 - 2006.01
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore
1996.09 - 2001.12
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Registered Nurse, Dialysis
DaVita
1991.05 - 2001.09
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN 2017.09 - 2019.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland - Baltimore
Baltimore, MD 1996.08 - 1997.05
Skills
Pain Management Inpatient
Outpatient Pain Management
Acute Care Experience
Addiction Treatment
Medication Administration
Women's Health Exams
Precepting
Additional Information
EPIC
CERNER
RXNT
Practice Fusion
Athena Health
Interests
Timeline
Pain Management Nurse Practitioner
Clearway Pain Solutions
2023.03 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, Pain Mgmt, Oncology Outpatient
Kaufman Oncology At Upper Chesapeake
2020.09 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, Pain Management Inpatient
Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
2020.04 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
2020.03 - 2020.04
Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Department
University Of Maryland, Baltimore
2019.10 - 2020.02
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Of Maryland, Baltimore
2018.09 - 2019.10
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
2017.09 - 2019.08
Registered Nurse, Pain Management
University Of Maryland, Baltimore
2008.10 - 2018.09
Sales Representative
McEnroe Voice & Data
2006.01 - 2008.10
Sales Representative
Philips Medical Systems
2001.01 - 2006.01
Registered Nurse, ICU
Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore
1996.09 - 2001.12
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland - Baltimore
1996.08 - 1997.05
Registered Nurse, Dialysis
DaVita
1991.05 - 2001.09
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