Board certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 11 years of experience in healthcare environments. Strongest assets are ability to connect with patients and thoroughness of care provided on an individual basis.
Skills
Patient Records Maintenance
Team Player with Communication Skills
Standards of Care
Critical Thinking & Fund of Knowledge
Attention to Detail
Problem Solving Skills
Ability to Multitask
Diagnosis and Treatment
Bone Marrow Biopsy & Aspirate Procedures
Health Care Evaluation
Education
Chamberlain UniversityDowners Grove, ILExpected in 12/2020Master of Science:NursingGPA:Status
Kentucky State UniversityFrankfort, Kentucky, Expected in 05/2014Bachelor of Science:NursingGPA:Status
Kentucky State UniversityFrankfort, Kentucky, Expected in 05/2013Associate of Science:NursingGPA:Status
Work History
Yale-New Haven HealthAPRN
Stonington, CT, 03/2021Current
Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough in-office examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities as needed.
Ordered medical tests and interpreted findings to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic treatment.
Updated and maintained patient records including screening to assure maintenance care is up to date.
Discuss care plans with patients and their families.
Monitor in-office infusions of chemotherapy, iron, etc.
Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments. Follow-up with phone calls as needed.
Prescribe medications and explain proper use and side effects to patients, family members, and caregivers.
Perform in-office bone marrow aspirate and biopsy procedures.
Evaluate oncology/hematology patients that have been admitted to Frankfort Regional Medical Center for professional consultation.
Management & Training CorporationRegistered Nurse/Clinic Nurse
Calexico, CA, 09/201601/2021
Assisted Oncologist in overseeing care of cancer (mainly breast) and various hematology patients.
Followed patient care from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up care.
Partnered with support technicians, nursing staff, and social workers to coordinate services.
Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
Assisted in implementing patient care to treat conditions or mitigate symptoms.
Provided telephone triage for the clinic's urgent care department.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education program.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Hospital Sisters Health System - CorporateRegistered Nurse
Litchfield, IL, 01/201509/2016
Performed various nursing interventions for post-op patients requiring hospitalization without cardiac monitoring.
Completed an in-house certification allowing administration of chemotherapy.
Gathered patient health data through interviews, observation, and documenting data in electronic records.
Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
Substitute charge nurse managing flow of the department staff.
Baptist Health LexingtonRegistered Nurse, Emergency Department
City, STATE, 05/201301/2015
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care, and rehabilitation.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings, and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Specialized education, including ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, and NIHSS.
Participated in Hazmat and CSEPP education/drills
Company NameCertified Nursing Assistant
City, State, 02/201105/2013
Phlebotomy, EKG's, Glucose Checks.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
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