Versatile and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 24 years of nursing experience in Ortho/Neuro/Trauma Care. Flexible quick learner who adapts easily to new situations adept in prioritizing patients' needs within high-stress environments and enjoys a challenge. Skilled at performing comprehensive physical exams, analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build a diagnosis and form a treatment plan. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an organized, service-oriented and analytical nature.
Skills
Primary Care
Adult health management
Wellness strategies
Advanced level diagnoses
Effective written and verbal communication
Lab result evaluation
Prescribing medications
Cosmetic procedures
Electronic Medical Records Dr Chrono, Epic
Acute and chronic conditions
Suturing
Pellet Implantation
Laser procedure
Curettage procedures
Education
East Tennessee State UniversityJohnson City, TNExpected in 08/2018 ā āMaster of Science:Nursing - GPA:
Graduated with 3.9 GPA
East Tennessee State UniversityJohnson City, TNExpected in 08/1998 ā āBachelor of Science:Nursing - GPA:
Recipient of the Tennessee Elks Society Nursing Scholarship
Unrestricted DEA License Expires 12-31-2024
NAON Orthopedic Nursing Certification (ONC) 2010-2021
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 1997-present
Work History
Carpenter Health Network - Nurse Practitioner Hot Springs Village, AR, 08/2018 - Current
Assess, diagnose, and treat patients for acute and chronic conditions.
Record patients medical history and physical assessment, develop a therapeutic care plan, order diagnostic tests, interpret test results, and complete accurate medical record documentation
Provides patient/family education and counseling in areas of health promotion, maintenance, and disease prevention
Orders / Reviews testing, differentiates between normal/abnormal findings and follows the standard practice for abnormal>findings, which may include further diagnostic testing or referral.
Develop comprehensive plan of care with patient/family.
Consults with patients, describe in detail various aesthetic options to achieve desired outcomes. Skillfully inject patients with Botox, Dysport, Sculptra and various dermal fillers.
Provide post-procedure and follow-up.
Performs hormone pellet implantation.
Consult and treat with patients for a variety of dermatological and scalp disorders.
Participates in evaluation of cost-effectiveness of services provided
Provides constructive input and suggestions to support process improvement within the office.
Direct patient care including IV infusions i.e.
Freeman Health System - Associated Clinical Leader- W2, C300, A600, C100 Frontenac, KS, 01/2007 - 08/2018
Managed daily operations of W2, C300, A600, and C100 often overseeing multiple units day, providing guidance to nurses to deliver outstanding care and optimal patient satisfaction.
Provided weekend charge nurse coverage for W2,W3,A400,A500,A600, and C100 for 2 years.
Assisted in development of W2 hip fracture program and maintained program data
Lead all cardiac managed stroke codes on unit and collaborated with the house supervisor to facilitate transfer to critical care
Coordinated and managed the implementation of a short-stay surgery unit C300.
Trained with PICC TEAM
Assisted Trauma and Orthopedic physicians with bedside procedures.
Managed various treatments and drains which included peritoneal dialysis, chest tubes, tracheostomy tubes, PICC lines, central lines, nasogastric tubes, G and peg tubes. JP drains, ORTHO vacs and wound vacs.
Triage nurse in Code D Delta training drills
Chaired Policy and Procedure for Med- Surg for over 10 years and sat on numerous hospital and system - wide committees
EPIC trainer for clinical staff and physicians at several Wellmont facilities
Providing clinical leadership and education to other members of staff
Advanced clinical and critical thinking skills, adept in assessing patients and execute appropriate interventions.
Promptly identify clinical changes in the patient and provide timely appropriate care.
Ensured that procedures, standards of care and practice, and regulations are upheld.
Coordinated patient care activities of the unit.
Developed supported, improved and participated in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program.
Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
Worked with families, caregivers, and patients to determine the best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
Defined patient advocacy objectives for patients and caregivers through collaboration with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to various settings, including home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.
Performed real-time chart audits for all patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
Effectively addressed rapid response situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
Holston Valley /Wellmont Medical Center - Registered Nurse/Charger Nurse City, STATE, 10/1998 - 01/2007
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over eight patients daily.
Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management, and lifestyle options.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention, and pain management.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plans.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications, and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
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.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development, and nursing simulation activities.
Chair of Unit Base Council and Nurse Advisory Board and sat on numerous hospital committees.
Holston Valley Medical Center - Patient Care Technician City, STATE, 04/1997 - 08/1998
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress.
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