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Jessica Claire
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor (555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary

Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in managing Neurological conditions, behavioral health. Proficient in patient and family education regarding the management of acute and chronic health conditions. Dedicated, compassionate, enthusiastic professional with superior problem-solving, communication and time management skills. History of collaborating seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and families.

Skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Compassionate, patient, friendly, work well with others, team player
  • Highly adaptable and flexible
  • Independent problem solver
  • Creative, constantly looking for ways to improve processes
  • Excellent time manager
  • Possess strong leadership skills
Experience
08/2011 to Current Nurse Practitioner Avera Health | Milbank, SD,
  • Perform detailed history, physical exam, order appropriate lab tests, brain imaging, as well as medications.
  • Built trust and rapport with patients and families by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic neurodegenerative conditions.
  • Manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for neurologic disorders, sleep disorders, depression, anxiety and dementia related behavioral problems.
  • Developed tailored care plans for each patient/family in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team (Social Worker, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Home Health, Hospice and Palliative Care).
  • Worked closely with social work team and other community resources to optimize quality of life for patients and families living with chronic neurodegenerative disorders.
  • Delivered high quality and compassionate treatment to socioeconomically disadvantaged patients who are at high risk for frequent hospitalization. Provided care one half day per week to non-insured, Medicaid patients.
  • Assisted in managing Memory Diagnostic Center at Washington University.
  • Oversee employee performance, Psychometricians, Nurse Manager
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish meeting productivity goals.
  • Educate and mentor both nursing and medical students.
07/2005 to 08/2011 General Surgery/Wound Nurse Practitioner The Pediatric Connection | Paris, TX,
  • Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
  • Reviewed lab test results.
  • Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
  • Oversaw average of 20-30 patients per shift.
  • Worked with post-surgical patients after surgery for trauma.
  • Cared for patients with various wounds caused by injuries, medical treatments and diseases.
  • Provide post-surgery treatment and education for patients with ostomies.
08/1997 to 07/2005 Home Health Care Nurse Algonquin Nurses | City, STATE,
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
  • Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Treated complex and non healing or slow healing wounds
  • Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
  • Developed care plans, covering goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporating therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing actions.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
1993 to 1997 RN Staff Nurse, Bone Marrow Transplant ICU Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital | City, STATE,
  • Provided care to critically ill children with chronic hematologic and oncologic diseases.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
  • Inserted and managed central, arterial, peripheral and PICC lines.
Education and Training
Expected in 08/2003 to to Master of Science | Nursing, Graduated Magna Cum Laude Saint Louis University, St Louis, MO GPA:
Accomplishments
  • Consistently maintained high patient satisfaction ratings as well as outstanding employee performance reviews.
  • Increased productivity numbers significantly, as well as assisted in growing clinic from 5 providers to 12 providers.
  • Developed clinic to provide care to underserved populations, those who are socioeconomically disadvantaged, helping to reduce Emergency Department visits and hospital admissions
  • Worked on the Nurse Retention Committee at Barnes Jewish Hospital, as well as the Pressure Ulcer Prevention Committee.
  • Named by St. Louis Magazine as Neurology/Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner of the Year.
  • collaborate with inpatient Neurology Team for high risk patients to be seen in an expedited fashion post hospital discharge.
Additional Information

I am a board certified Adult Nurse Practitioner. I graduated magna cum laude and was recognized by St. Louis Magazine as Nurse of the Year for Neurology, Psychology and Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner. I have 18 years of clinical experience practicing as an NP. I have practiced across a variety of settings;'neurology, surgery, wound, home health, and bone marrow transplant. I am currently working in Neurology at Washington University School of Medicine with world renowned physicians. I have a wealth of experience in patient care.

I am energetic, creative, personable and hardworking. I highly value team-based healthcare and believe that each discipline uniquely contributes to best practice. At heart, I am an advanced practice nurse with a passion for providing excellent.

I hope that you will consider me for an interview. I look forClaire to learning more about this position.

Sincerely,

Jessica Claire, ANP-C

Adult Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified

Certifications
  • Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri, license number 132126
  • Certified Nurse Practitioner in the State of Missouri 132126
  • Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois 041501165
  • Board Certified, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, A1003042
  • American Academy of Wound Management, certification 2099-2011
Activities and Honors

Member of the American Academy of Neurology

Member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Member of Sigma Theta Tau, National Honors Society

St. Louis Nurses in Advanced Practice

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School Attended

  • Saint Louis University

Job Titles Held:

  • Nurse Practitioner
  • General Surgery/Wound Nurse Practitioner
  • Home Health Care Nurse
  • RN Staff Nurse, Bone Marrow Transplant ICU

Degrees

  • Master of Science

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