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Maheswari Nadarajan-

SUMMARY

Maheswari Christina Nadarajan-Robinson-Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in Adult Gerontology. Proficient in patient and family education regarding the management of acute and chronic health conditions. Self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and management skills. Successful in prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.

SKILLS

Robinson

702-***-****

christinarobinson.nps

@yahoo.com Las Vegas, NV 89134

Preventive Care

STD care and counseling Health and wellness expert Fluent in English and Tamil

EXPERIENCE

Nurse Practitioner

Las Vegas, NV/August 2023 to now

Reason for leaving: A job where I can work around my schedule to do my Religious Class.

Las Vegas Pain Institute and Medical Center

Managing patients with acute & chronic pain

Managing Primary Care & Urgent Care patient

Order interventional therapy based on MRI findings & patient’s pain presentation

Providing urgent and primary care services (Annual Physical Assessment, Followup Care for established patients, pre-operative clearance, and providing urgent care services)

Nurse Practitioner

Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas Family Medicine/ Oct 2022 to May 2023

Lab result evaluation Patient-centered care Geriatric treatment

Delivered primary care to adult/gerontology patients.

Employer gave one notice to left due to low patient intake in practice

Nurse Practitioner Las Vegas, NV

Silver State Health Services/ May 2022 to Oct 2022

Was a full-time employee but practice down-sized. Delivered primary care to adult/ gerontology patients. School Physical Examination (age 7 to 16)

Nurse Practitioner

Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas Spine and Pain Center/ Nov 2021 to Apr 2022 Left due to workplace harassment.

Managed patients with chronic and active pain.

Nurse Practitioner Las Vegas, NV

Silver States Health Services/ Jul 2021 to Oct 2021

Short-term employment contract; School Physical (age 7 to 16)

Delivered primary care to adult/gerontology patients.

Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor Las Vegas, NV

Nightingale College for Nursing Students/ Mar 2021 to Jul 2021

Supervising care provided by a group of students (usually 6 to 8 students in a group)

while they complete their clinical rotation in your area of specialty.(adult, pediatric, & mental

health)

Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner

Redlands, CA

Beaver Medical Group/ Dec 2020 to Jan 2021

Returned to Las Vegas; compensated with three months of pay with medical benefits

till April 30th, 2021. Credential issues since I have never worked in California as an RN or NP in a hospital setting.

Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.

Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications. Collaborated with supervising physician on patients' status and treatment plans. Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate diagnostic and lab tests.

Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment with nursing team

Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.

Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.

Explained treatment plan care to patients and family members or caregivers. Managed care of critically ill patients with COVID, hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, orthopedic fracture, and cardiac problems.

Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.

Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

Aug 2020 to Dec 2020

2020; unemployed due to a recent tragic life event.

Nurse Practitioner Las Vegas, NV

Advantmed (for Optum)/ May 2020 to Jun 2020

Optum from Health Risk Assessment for Medicare patients Assignment based on patient availability

Nurse Practitioner Las Vegas, NV

Mobile One Docs/ Mar 2020 to Jun 2020

Delivered mobile primary care to adult/gerontology patients.

Nurse Practitioner Las Vegas, NV

A to Z Pain Management/ Mar 2019 to Dec 2019

A to Z Pain Management. (contract ended) Managed patients with chronic and active pain.

Similar role as in Advanced Pain Management practice.

Nov 2018 to Jan 2019

Left for Singapore due to family emergency.

Nurse Practitioner Las Vegas, NV

Advanced Pain Management Center/ Jun 2018 to Nov 2018 (Had to leave for Singapore due family emergency). Managed patients with chronic and active pain.

Performed physical exams, reviewed medical history and past controlled substance

prescriptions via Nevada PDMP.

Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate diagnostic imaging (MRIs/CTs) and lab tests.

Discussed on pharmacological (non-opioids and/or opioids, epidural steroid injections, spinal cord simulators) and non-pharmacological (physical/chiropractic, acupuncture) approaches for effective pain management as well as referral to neurospine specialists for complexes conditions that might require surgery.

Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues, medication, and treatment options. Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures. Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.

Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions. Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physician.

Registered Nurse Las Vegas, NV

Summerlin Hospital/ Jun 2017 to Jun 2018

Transferred from Henderson Hospital ER to Summerlin Hospital ER (interdepartmental transfer); closer to home.

Nurse Practitioner Las Vegas, NV

Absolute Primary Care Center/ Nov 2017 to May 2018

(For 1000 hours of supervised practice) as required by Nevada Nursing Board to obtain my Board of Pharmacy License

Delivered primary care to adult/gerontology patients.

Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating diagnostic and lab test as well as medications.

Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.

Referred for consultation or specialty services. Referred to emergency room via EMS for life threatening situations.

Explained treatment plan care, test orders and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.

Managed patients with hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, strokes, seizures and other outpatient health concerns.

Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions. Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Promoted health by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.

Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Emergency Room Nurse Las Vegas, NV

Henderson Hospital/ Oct 2016 to Jun 2017 (Population: Pediatric to Adult/Gerontology) Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care. Similar role as RN in Southern Hills ER

Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor Las Vegas, NV

Roseman University/ Nov 2015 to Dec 2016 Per-Diem Position

Supervising care provided by a group of students (usually 6 to 8 students in a group)

while they complete their clinical rotation in your area of specialty. (adult, pediatric & mental

health)

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Las Vegas, NV

Touro University/ Aug 2015 to Jan 2016 Per-Diem position

Supervising care provided by a group of students (usually 6 to 8 students in a group) while they complete their clinical rotation in your area of specialty. (adult) Coordinating with clinicians at the clinical site to make student patient assignments. Advised students' responsibility in their attendance, behaviors, patient cares and seeking learning opportunities in clinical settings.

Structured assignments with clear goals and criteria for assessment.

Teaching students how to perform duties in the clinical site and answering their questions.

Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.

Evaluating your students' clinical work.

Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student performance and monitor progress.

Demonstrated responsibility to meet deadlines, prioritize responsibilities and accept and apply constructive feedback.

Registered Nurse Las Vegas, NV

Southern Hills Hospital/ Aug 2014 to Aug 2015 (Population: Pediatric to Adult & Gerontology) Interdepartmental transfer from MountainView to Southern Hills ER after recovering from work-related back injury

Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care. Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects. Established intravenous lines, drawn labs, and performed EKG (alerting physicians of abnormal EKGs).

Responded quickly to codes (cardiac arrest, stroke, STEMI, DKA) and coordinated efficient and skilled care.

Administered oral, intramuscular and intravenous (IV) medications as well as critical IV medications to stabilize patients

Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.

Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.

Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Registered Nurse - Care Assured Supervisor Las Vegas, NV

MountainView Hospital/ Dec 2013 to Aug 2014

Care Assured Supervisor (took position after work-related back injury while working in ICU)

Managing cardiac-based programs for cardiac patients

Managing patient transition for inpatient care to outpatient follow-up with cardiologists and primary physicians, and providing relevant educational information targeting disease prevention and treatment management.

Registered Nurse Las Vegas, NV

MountainView Hospital/ Apr 2012 to Dec 2013

Provided care for medically and surgically unstable ICU patients.

Registered Nurse Las Vegas, NV

Redwood Nursing/ May 2011 to Apr 2012

Agency & RN Network; MountainView, Southern Hills, and Spring Valley Hospitals' intensive care units as a critical care nurse.

RN Network, Registered Nurse Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Holy Spirit Hospital/ Feb 2011 to May 2011 Travel Nurse for 13 weeks.

Provided care for medically and surgically unstable ICU patients

Registered Nurse Las Vegas, NV

Summerlin Medical Center/ Sep 2006 to Jan 2011

Provided care for medically and surgically unstable ICU patients

Registered Nurse, ICU Marshfield, Wisconsin

St Joseph's Hospital/ Nov 2004 to Aug 2006

Surgical ICU RN (left due to relocation to Las Vegas) Provided care for medically and surgically unstable patients

Coordinated with health care team members to evaluate, plan, and implement patient care plans

Prepared and administered (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) prescribed

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