Nurse Practitioner Registered

CARRIE A. WIECHMANN, MSN, ANP

**** ***** ** *********, ** 16749

Cellular: 402-***-**** ( Email: abmpci@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

A combination of formal education, specialized training and extensive

practical application has resulted in excellent qualifications as an

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER. Possess superior communication

skills, both written and verbal. Quickly establish and maintain a sound

rapport with all levels of management, co-workers and individuals. Work

well independently or as part of a cooperative team effort. Can analyze a

situation and promptly formulate a plan.

Interface well with patients, staff and management from diverse

backgrounds. Ability to self-prioritize workload and motivate others.

Efficiently coordinate and carry out multiple projects to successful

completion. High degree of compassion for patients and their families.

Utilize the medical process for patient assessment, diagnosis, intervention

and evaluation as well as formulating meaningful care plans. Always

present a professional and positive company image.

Key Strengths Include:

1. Work well under pressure, responding promptly to emergencies.

2. Skilled in assessing requirements, determining priorities,

analyzing course of action and making adjustments for peak

efficiency.

3. Self-motivated, working accurately and quickly while maintaining

a caring attitude towards patients and families.

4. Exemplary management skills in the coordination of multi-task

responsibilities.

5. Function efficiently and resourcefully in pressure situations,

making critical decisions with sound judgment.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Masters Degree - Adult Nurse Practitioner with specialty in Occupational &

Environmental Health

University of California, Los Angeles School of Nursing GPA 3.915

B.S. Degree/Nursing ( University of Nebraska Medical Center College of

Nursing - Lincoln Division

Prerequisite Courses for Nursing Program ( University of Nebraska, Lincoln

NP CLINICAL ROTATIONS

University of California, Irvine Medical Center - Orange, CA - Occupational

Health

ExxonMobil Oil Refinery - Torrance, CA - Occupational Health

Beach Orthopedic - Long Beach, CA

US Healthworks - Chino, CA - Occupational Health, Family Practice, Urgent

Care

Healthcare Partners- Long Beach, CA - Women's Health

COURSES

Research Design and Critique ( Biobehavioral Theoretical Foundations of

Health Assessment

Occupational Health Nursing Role and Theory ( Theories of Instruction &

Learning in Nursing

Pharmacology for Advanced Practice Nurses (A) ( Advanced Pathophysiology

(A)

Advanced Assessment & Clinical Diagnosis Practicum ( Physical Agents in the

Work Environment

Pharmacology for Advanced Practice Nurses (B) ( Advanced Pathophysiology

(B)

Biobehavioral Foundations of Acuity & Chronicity in Illness (A) (

Occupational Safety & Ergonomics

Advanced Practice Nursing Clinical Practicum ( Principles of Epidemiology

Health Assessment ( Research & Health Promotion in Occupational Health

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

State of California - Nurse Practitioner (NP) 08/09 ( State of Pennsylvania

NP 01/10 ? ANP Certification by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

09/09 ? RN ( BLS ( ACLS

CARRIE A. WIECHMANN, MSN, ANP Page 2

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER ? Bradford Regional Medical Center -

Bradford, PA

Provides professional Employee Health/ Occupational Medicine (EH/OM)

services to BRMC employees and local industries. Responsible for

performing preplacement physical assessments that are job specific,

evaluates and treats work-related injuries, performs health evaluations,

provides education for staff/management/ physicians regarding the function

of occupational health standards and practice in a hospital and industrial

setting.

? Serve as Clinic Director for BRMC Occupational

Health Systems

? Perform patient assessments and pre-placement

physicals

? Evaluate, treat, and manage work-related

injuries

? Collaborate with physician, PT, technicians, and

all members of healthcare team

? Review and update hospital policies; serve as

an active member on hospital committees (December 2009 to Present)

REGISTERED NURSE/SUB ICU ( Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian - Newport

Beach, CA

Responsibilities include all aspects of assessing, implementing and

performing a variety of interventions and evaluations of patients.

Accountable for providing care to patients and handle passing of

medications, assist physicians with bedside procedures and manage

respiratory, cardiac, ventilator and post surgical patients. Interact

closely with individuals from various departments and services to enhance

patient care. Provide a high level of patient care as well as

consideration towards family members/friends. Resolve any issues or

concerns and read/interpret doctor orders.

? Serve as relief charge nurse when necessary

? Supervise nurses/technicians

. Provide services on the Critical Care Floor of a 15 bed unit

. Directly involved in precepting new graduates and new hires

which includes training students (2005 to 2009)

NURSE EXTERN/Comprehensive Care Unit ( St. Joseph's Hospital - Bloomington,

IL

Assisted patients with their general care needs. Direct responsibility for

helping patients on a dailybasis with routine needs including meals.

Obtained vital signs and supported staff and patients.Reviewed charts and

ensured accuracy at all times.

. Skillfully interacted with family members regarding patients'

needs. (2004)

CERTIFIED NURSES ASSISTANT ( Intrepid - Lincoln, NE; Interim & Manorcare

Health Services - Normal, IL

Provided general patient care. Assisted with taking vital signs, bathing,

feeding and ambulating patients. Assisted with patients' ADLs.

. Monitored patient activity, provided assistance with

nourishment, handled intake/output and completed evaluations.

(1998 to 2004)

MEDICATION AID ( Haven Manor Assisted Living Plus - Lincoln, NE

Interacted with patients and handled daily distribution of medications to

those living within the facility. Ensured accuracy and efficiency in order

to distribute medications to all patients within time requirements.

. Notified staff immediately of any side effects of medications.

(1999 to 2000)

MANAGER/WAITRESS ( Vincenzo's Ristorante - Lincoln, NE

Managed a variety of duties including administrative functions, budgeting,

inventory and payroll. Interviewed, hired and supervised staff and

prepared weekly schedules to ensure all shifts were covered including

during peak hours. Interacted with guests and resolved any areas of

concern. Filled in as a server as needed to ensure expedient service.

. Created and implemented innovative advertising.

. Trained staff in professional presentation and customer

service methods. (2000 to 2005)

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

California Association of Nurse Practitioners ( American Nurses

Association

Alpha Tau Delta Nursing Fraternity ( Sigma Theta Tau International

Nursing Society

American Association of Critical Care Nurses ( National Student Nurses'

Association

Volunteer Services: Costa Mesa Soup Kitchen ( Big Brothers/Big Sisters

Computer Skills: Windows XP ( Word ( Explorer ( PowerPoint ( Eclipsys

OPEN TO TRAVEL/RELOCATION ? References available upon request ?

Compensation negotiable

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