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ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE
Professional Summary
I am a caring Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with specialty in cardiology. I have over 20 years of experience providing quality care focused on disease prevention and health promotion. Talented at performing patient consultations, administering appropriate medication and treatment and maintaining patient records. I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to be flexible. I am a professional known for assisting patients in-person, by phone or video chat and through email. I am committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization. Ready to join a new organization supporting patient care and assessing needs.
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Work History
Advanced Practice Registered NurseSep 2012 - Current
Community Healthlink, Inc.Leominster , MA
Community Healthlink, Inc.Leominster , MA
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Assess and treat 16-18 patients with cardiovascular in office setting daily.
- Performed 12-15 consultations on on hospitalized patients in timely manner.
- Supervise pharmacological and non-pharmacological stress test.
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through therapeutic measures, including prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Maintained patient records and ensured patient privacy and clinical compliance.
- Delivered high level of care and service to patients through non-traditional methods, including email, video chat and online assessments.
- Adhered to all hospital procedures, policies and protocols to support patient safety.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, and other diseases.
- Listened to patient concerns and detailed alternative therapies, including yoga and meditation for stress management.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions, including congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, arrhythmias, cerebrovascular accident, and diabetes mellitus.
- Handled patients in intensive care units on hemodialysis, including patients with kidney failure and diabetic complications.
Advanced Registered Nurse PractitionerDec 2004 - Sep 2012
Tacoma-Pierce County Health DepartmentTacoma , WA
Tacoma-Pierce County Health DepartmentTacoma , WA
- Evaluated and treated 15 patients daily in the outpatient setting.
- Hospital rounds daily on 5-7 patients.
- Proficiently elicited elaborate medical histories by asking patients in-depth questions.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits through.
- Ordered appropriate tests and procedures after reviewing acute and chronic conditions.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions, including diabetes and heart disease.
- Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
- Assessed and diagnosed patients with variety of medical issues, including mental and psychiatric conditions.
- Prescribed medications and treatments for patients and maintained accurate records.
- 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.
- Educated patients on various diseases and conditions, including diabetes and cancer, providing health awareness details and information.
- Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions, including congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease and arrhythmias.
- Handled patients in intensive care units on hemodialysis, including patients with kidney failure and diabetic complications.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Listened to patient concerns and detailed alternative therapies, including yoga and meditation for treatment of migraines.
- Adhered to all hospital procedures, policies and protocols to support patient safety.
- Supervised pharmacological and non-pharmacological stress test.
- Performed quality assurance and chart review.
- Served as Preceptor for Nurse Practitioner students.
- Maintained current certification as a Healthcare and ACLS provider.
Certified Registered Nurse PractitionerApr 2002 - Dec 2004
Medstar HealthElkridge , MD
Medstar HealthElkridge , MD
- Assessed patients with congestive heart failure to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including physicians, case managers and social workers.
- Evaluated and treated 16-20 patients daily in outpatient clinic,
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Worked with supervising cardiologist in managing patients with congestive heart failure and pulmonary hypertension.
- Developed individualized patient care plan based on past medical history and current status.
- Ordered intravenous inotropic and diuretic therapy and assessed patient response.
- Monitored patient for side effects of intravenous inotropic therapy.
- Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Maintained current certification as Healthcare and ACLS provider.
Registered NurseJun 1996 - Dec 2004
Eliza Coffee Memorial HospitalCity , STATE
Eliza Coffee Memorial HospitalCity , STATE
- Provided care to 2 high acuity patients in critical care unit daily.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Oversaw and managed 5 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Cared for patients in 10-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
- Provided exceptional care to 1-2 high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as angiograms, coronary artery bypass grafting, placement of hemodynamic catheters, and dialysis.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Master of Science: NursingJun 2002
University of Alabama At HuntsvilleCity, State
University of Alabama At HuntsvilleCity, State
Bachelor of Science: NursingJun 1996
University of North AlabamaCity, State
University of North AlabamaCity, State
Ubdergraduate StudiesNorthwest Shoals Community CollegeCity
Undergraduate StudiesAlabama A & M UniversityCity, State
Additional Information
- Member of American College of Cardiology
- Member of Florida Association of Nurse Practitoners
Certifications
American Nurses Credentialing Center
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School Attended
- University of Alabama At Huntsville
- University of North Alabama
- Northwest Shoals Community College
- Alabama A & M University
Job Titles Held:
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
- Registered Nurse
Degrees
- Master of Science : Nursing Jun 2002
Bachelor of Science : Nursing Jun 1996
Ubdergraduate Studies
Undergraduate Studies
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