Carla Paredes, Msn Fnp Bc
About Carla Paredes, Msn Fnp Bc
Carla Paredes is a Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in pediatric and family care. She has worked in various healthcare settings, including hospitals and community clinics, and currently serves at Ophelia in Philadelphia.
Work at Ophelia
Carla Paredes has been employed as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Ophelia since 2021. In this role, she provides primary care services, focusing on the needs of patients in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her experience in various healthcare settings allows her to address a wide range of health concerns effectively.
Education and Expertise
Carla Paredes holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Pennsylvania, which she completed from 2005 to 2010. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus on Family Practice Nurse/Nursing from the same institution, completing her studies in 2015. Her educational background equips her with the skills necessary for both critical care and primary care.
Background
Carla Paredes has a diverse professional background in nursing, having worked in various roles since 2011. She began her career as a Pediatric ICU RN at St. Peter's University Hospital and continued in the Pediatric ICU at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Her experience spans critical care and primary care settings, including her roles as a Family Nurse Practitioner in multiple clinics.
Achievements
Carla Paredes has significant experience in caring for underserved communities in Philadelphia. She completed her Family Nurse Practitioner residency at the Community Health Center, Inc., which provided her with hands-on training in primary care. Her work in diverse healthcare environments, including community health clinics and urgent care settings, highlights her commitment to improving patient care.
Professional Experience
Carla Paredes has held various nursing positions throughout her career. She worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner at AbsoluteCARE Medical Center & Pharmacy and CityLife Neighborhood Clinics, and as a Per Diem Family Nurse Practitioner at CVS MinuteClinic. Additionally, she served as a Family Nurse Practitioner Resident at Community Health Center, gaining valuable experience in primary care.