Adult-Geriatric Nurse Practitioner specializes in professional nursing care for aging and elderly individuals. Promotes health and wellness education and preventive disease management to support optimal level of health and deliver quality, individualized care. Over 2 years of demonstrated geriatrics experience impacting care and comfort of senior population while building meaningful relationships with patients, families and health care providers.
Skills
Acute care
Post Acute Care
Pain management
Diagnostic screenings
Effective written and verbal communication
Health management
Prescribing Medications
Acute and chronic conditions
Treatment planning
Nurse Practitioner
Advance Practice Nurse
Teamwork/ Collaboration
Patient/Family Education and Instruction
Primary Care
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Education
Maryville University of Saint LouisSt Louis, MOExpected in 05/2017 ā āMSN:Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner - GPA:
Graduated magna cum laude
Concordia University At AustinAustin, TXExpected in 12/2013 ā āBachelor of science:Nursing - GPA:
Graduated summa cum laude
Dean's List 2012-2013
Elected to president for student nurses association in 2012-2013
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community CollegeBiloxi, MS, Expected in 2007 ā āAssociate Degree:Nursing - GPA:
Certifications
Certified Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner: AANP
BLS Certified
ACLS Certified
First Aid/CPR Certified
Work History
Hca - Adult-Geriatric Nurse Practitioner Dulles, VA, 01/2018 - Current
Provide holistic care to geriatric patients in skilled rehab, SNF, & LTC
Care for sick, elderly, and disabled population
Managed over 20 patients per day
Provides Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation consulting services to SNF
Address factors that serve as barriers to progress with skilled therapy services, hinder quality of life, and limit functional independence
Optimize recovery and functional independence of patients
Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions
Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions
Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients
Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy
Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications
Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team
Sheridan Memorial Hospital - Registered Nurse, Outpatient Surgery Sheridan, WY, 06/2015 - 03/2018
Provide post-operative care to surgical patients
Assess patients and initiate post-op orders
Managed over 15 patients per day
Plan and initiate care of patient after surgery
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom re-occurrence
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Seton HealthCare Family - Registered Nurse, ICU, ER, PACU City, STATE, 02/2014 - 03/2018
Assists with procedures ordered by physician for critically ill patients, surgical patients
Perform task within RN scope of practice
Managed over 15 patients in ER, PACU per day
Adheres to safety practices, guidelines, and regulations always
Admit and recover patients after surgery
Assess patients and initiate post-op orders
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.+
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization
Seton HealthCare Family - Certified Nursing Assistant City, STATE, 06/2010 - 02/2014
Assists RN with procedures ordered by physician and supervised by Registered Nurse
Assists patients with tending to personal care, ADLs Adheres to safety practices, guidelines, and regulations always
Performed routine vital signs, blood glucose check, and phlebotomy as required
Performed other tasks as delegated by RN
Managed over 15 patients care per day
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
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