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NURSE PRACTITIONER, INTERNAL MEDICINE
Summary

Dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 16 years in nursing and healthcare. Seeking position in facility focused on diagnosing and managing both common and complex medical conditions in patients of all ages.

Skills
  • Preventative care specialist
  • Patient-centered care
  • Team communication
  • Lab test ordering
  • Experienced preceptor
  • Lab result evaluation
  • Medication prescriptions
  • Referring patients
  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners member
Experience
04/2018 - CurrentNurse Practitioner, Internal MedicineAdult Medicine Center | Jupiter, FL
  • Kept abreast of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, imaging advances, government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
  • Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
  • Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
  • Delivered primary care for patients, including diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
  • Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
  • Liaised with patients and families regarding treatment and prognosis.
  • Maintained HIPAA compliance in all facets of daily work.
09/2017 - 03/2018Nurse PractitionerCleveland Clinic Florida | West Palm Beach, FL
  • Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
  • Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions such as stroke, heart disease, asthma, and COPD.
  • Kept abreast of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, imaging advances, government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
  • Reviewed physician-ordered tests and medications with patients, family members and caregivers.
  • Maintained HIPAA compliance in all facets of daily work.
08/2010 - 08/2015RNCleveland Clinic Florida | West Palm Beach, FL
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
  • Designed strategies to resolve nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and propose plans to enhance quality and safety initiatives hospital-wide.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
  • Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
  • Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Guided therapeutic communication, conflict resolutions and interventions by deflecting undesirable behaviors to assist patients with developing and amplifying coping skills.
02/2007 - 07/2010RN - OncologyJFK | Lake Worth, FL
  • Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.
  • Expertly explained diagnoses to patients and discussed next steps for treatment and care in easy-to-understand terminology.
  • Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
  • Emotionally supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
  • Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
  • Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education and Training
12/2017Master of Science: Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College Of Nursing | Il
12/2009Bachelor of Science: Nursing
Florida Hospital College Of Nursing | FL
05/2005Associate of Science: Nursing
Indian River State College | Ft. Pierce, FL
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Adult Medicine Center
  • Cleveland Clinic Florida
  • JFK

School Attended

  • Chamberlain College Of Nursing
  • Florida Hospital College Of Nursing
  • Indian River State College

Job Titles Held:

  • Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • RN
  • RN - Oncology

Degrees

  • 12/2017 Master of Science : Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
    12/2009 Bachelor of Science : Nursing
    05/2005 Associate of Science : Nursing

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