Meet Natalia Roberts, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
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My Background
My name is Natalia Roberts, and I am a recently graduated Family Nurse Practitioner. I currently work at Sutter Medical Group in Internal Medicine. From working in low-income, uninsured clinics to private practices and in hospital settings, I have a wide array of unique experiences with various patient population groups. I provide compassionate and the highest quality of care to all of my patients. I am an advocate for all of my patients to have improved access, quality and cost effective health care. I am passionate about providing health education to urban communities and marginalized groups. Through my e-portfolio, I hope you learn more about me.
Academic Experience
My Studies
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August 2017- December 2020
Masters of Science in Nursing, Samuel Merritt University
Family Nurse Practitioner
August 2011 - May 2016
Bachelor of Science, University of California Merced
Biological Sciences with emphasis in Human Biology
August 2011- May 2016
Bachelor of Arts, University of California
Sociology with minor in Public Health
Nurse Practitioner Experience
January 2020 - December 2020
Family Nurse Practitioner Student, Brighter Beginnings Antioch
Conducted physical exams and health screenings from newborn to adult that included blood pressure and cholesterol checks as well as TB skin tests. Performed exams and completed paperwork for sports and camp physicals.
Developed targeted health education and adherence strategies for diabetes, hypertension and asthma medication regimens; educated on disease processes; and linked patients to community resources.
Ordered, processed, and interpreted quick-result lab tests for certain diseases such as influenza, strep, and urinary tract infections; obtained specimens for confirmation of test results with outside laboratories.
Performed procedures such as: pap smears, minor sutures, splints, staples, incision & drainage, and toenail removal.
Provided chart review including: annual screenings at the appropriate age, medications reconciliation and ensured the standard of care was met
Referred patients to medical specialists and coordinated patient care with social workers, case managers and mental health professionals.
Chart and document pertinent history of present illness, patient findings, and treatment plan
Conduct telehealth visits via phone with consideration to triage and addressing immediate patient concerns.
July 2020- December 2020
Nurse Practitioner in Training, The Turek Clinic
Conducted history and physical exams of the male, adult population
Educated patients about disease process and referred patients to medical specialists and coordinated care with mental health professionals
Performed sterile technique and prepared each patient for surgery
First assist for all surgical procedures performed in office
Discussed surgical consents including risk, benefits, options of each procedure with each patient
Monitor surgical patients post-operatively daily on GetWell Loop (App)
Ordered labs and prescribed medication
Medically clear patients for surgical clearance and determine what level of surgical clearance they need
Collaborate with staff and other facilities to deliver the highest quality of care
Delegated tasks and managed staff to perform their roles
Charted and documented pertinent history of present illness, patient findings, and treatment plan
Provided chart review including: annual screenings at the appropriate age, medications reconciliation and ensured the standard of care was met
Performed circulating nurse duties in the operating room
September 2020- December 2020
Family Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine, Sutter Health
Conducted history and physical exams of adult and geriatric population
Ordered, processed, and interpreted labs results
Ordered, reviewed and prescribed medication
Educated and discussed with patients about diseases process, chronic disease management, quality of life and their medication
Charted and document pertinent history of present illness, patient findings, and treatment plan
Conducted telehealth visits over the phone and video
Referred patients to specialists and coordinated patient care with case managers, social workers and mental health professionals
Performed procedures such as pap smears, suture removal, wound care, IM injections
Presented and discussed patient cases with other providers and specialists to evaluate treatment plans
September 2020- December 2020
Family Nurse Practitioner, Family Medicine, Sutter Health
Conducted history and physical exams from newborn to geriatric age patients
Ordered, processed, and interpreted labs results
Ordered, reviewed and prescribed medication
Educated and discussed with patients about diseases process, management, and medication
Charted and document pertinent history of present illness, patient findings, and treatment plan
Conducted telehealth visits over the phone and video
Referred patients to specialists and coordinated patient care with case managers, social workers and mental health professionals
Performed procedures such as pap smears, high vaginal swab, suture removal, wound care, nasopharyngeal COVID-19 test
Presented and discussed patient cases with other providers to evaluate treatment plans
Work Experience
Current Roles
October 2020-Present
Registered Nurse, Roots Community Health Center
• Performed nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal COVID-19 swabbing for over 300+ patients per day
• Called and informed patients of their COVID-19 status
• Educated patients of their isolation date and provided emergency precautions
• Collaborated with other departments providing necessary referrals
• Triaged and prioritized patients based upon level of medical attention needed
• Assisted in the organization and delivery of vaccines for over 300+ patients per week
Performed over 300 IM Deltoid COVID-19 Vaccinations
Volunteer and Leadership Experience
Past Roles
June 2020-July 2020
Registered Nurse, Project Room Key
Performed nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal COVID-19 tests to patients
Conducted physical examinations and assessments
Administered medication to patients and monitor them for adverse events and side effects
Communicated all patient observations, concerns, and changes of condition to the healthcare team
Respond directly to needs and concerns of patients and family members
September 2019- April 2020
School Registered Nurse, Vallejo School District
Perform assessments and health screenings
Administer medication to patients and monitor them for adverse events and side effects
Providing health-related education to students and staff in both individual and group settings
Overseeing infection control measures
Actively participating in school safety plans that address school violence, bullying, and emergencies that may occur at school
Provide emergency first aid treatment
Assist with emergency resuscitation and perform CPR as needed
Coordinate referrals to private healthcare providers
Serve as liaisons between school personnel, family, and community healthcare providers to ensure a healthy school environment
Respond directly to needs and concerns of patients and family members
Work in a team-based environment and handle stressful or unpredictable situations in an organized manner
February 2019, June 2019, January 2020
Camp Nurse, The Hill Vallejo
Performed direct hands-on patient care including wound care, collecting vitals and performing assessments
Administered medication to patients and monitor them for adverse events and side effects
Provided emergency first aid treatment
Assisted with emergency resuscitation and perform CPR as needed
Referred campers to emergency department as needed
Communicated all patient observations, concerns, and changes of condition
Responded directly to needs and concerns of patients and family members
Collaborated in a team-based environment and handle stressful or unpredictable situations in an organized manner
January 2016 - May 2016
C.A.R.E Peer Educator, Violence and Sexual Prevention Program, UC Merced
Educated and conducted presentations to students, staff, and faculty on sexual violence prevention
Facilitated violence prevention programs for incoming freshmen students at UC Merced
Organized and planned “Changing the Rules Fair” for sexual assault awareness month in April 2016
August 2014- February 2015
Cancer Center Intern, Mercy UC Davis Cancer Center
Shadow Dr. Pillai and met with patients about their chemotherapy treatment
Rotated under radiation oncologists, nurses, medical scribes, and radiation therapists
Analyzed and help diagnosed patients’ cases with a tumor board comprised of oncologists, radiologists, etc.
August 2010- May 2011
Family Volunteer, George Mark Children's House
Spoke and directed 50+ calls/messages per day to the person he or she needed
Created flyers, newsletters, etc and compiled a mailing list for 350 + people
Organized and distributed mail, and assisted the staff in any way they needed me to do so
Screened and catalogued guests, and informed guests about the facility and the work the staff does at the home
Assisted families and nurses in taking care of their children in any capacity they need
September 2009 - June 2011
Canteen Host/ Registrar, American Red Cross
Administered, compiled, and executed 60+ registrations of blood donors
Oversaw and communicated with blood donors in the canteen area of our blood drives
Assisted and accommodated donors with food and beverages after giving blood
Educated donors about the process of donating blood and the impact of it
Licenses and Certifications
Licenses
Registered Nurse, CA , Lic No
Nurse Practitioner, CA
Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number
Life Support for Health Care Providers
BLS - Expires January 2023
ACLS- Expires April 2023
PALS- Expires April 2023
Certifications
AANPCB- Family Nurse Practitioner
Basic Certificate in Quality and Safety
Responding to Adverse Events
Teamwork and Communication
Public Health Nurse Certification - In Process
Research and Publications
Research Assistant, The Turek Clinic, San Francisco, CA
“Sperm fine-needle aspiration (FNA) mapping after failed microdissection testicular sperm extraction (TESE): location and patterns of found sperm”, PubMed, August 2018
Research Assistant, Public Health Department, UC Merced, Merced, CA
Conducted and facilitated focus groups and developed surveys for the general population about the disease coccidioidomycosis for the Public Health Department of Merced County
Executed in creating a valley fever timeline, videos, posters, etc.
Investigated and reviewed academic journals and other literature about valley fever
