Professional Summary
Dedicated and patient focused Family Nurse Practitioner with proven strengths in acute patient care, staff development and patient advocacy. Displays an exceptional aptitude to deliver positive patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment while simultaneously building productive relationships. Known for exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to manage competing priorities, as well as maintaining accurate and efficient documentation.
Skills
Advanced assessment skills and strong clinical judgment as a Nurse Practitioner
Suturing, stapling, application of skin adhesive, I&D of abscesses, and wound care management
Venipuncture, nail trephination, nail removal, needle decompression, and digital blocks
Trigger point injection, splinting extremities, and shoulder reduction/immobilization
EKG interpretation, and computer proficiencies in MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, and EMR
Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, FNP-C, issued 06/2020, current
American Heart Association, BLS, current, and ACLS in progress
Advanced Stroke Life support (ASLS), current
Nexplanon placement and removal, current
Medication assistance training In process
Education
Master of Science in Nursing, 05/2020
The Ohio State University
Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty
Master of Science in Biology, 05/2012
East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tennessee
Bachelor of Science in Biology, 06/2005
University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana, West Africa
Licensure
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, State of Ohio, issued 06/2020, current
Registered Nurse, State of Ohio, issued 01/2019, current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Helping Hands Health and Wellness Center, Columbus, Ohio, 10/2020 to present
Secure complete women’s health histories including gynecologic, reproductive, contraceptive, medical, surgical, sexual, family health, and psychosocial systems
Adept at performing basic women’s physical exam components including breast exam, pelvic exam, pap smear, cervical cultures, and post-partum care
Diagnose and treat sexually transmitted Infections
Conduct work and school physicals
Diagnose and treat a wide variety of acute and chronic conditions
Registered Nurse/ COVID 19 Testing
Independent Contractor-Rhino medical group, Texas 10/5/2020 to present
Provide clinical oversight for testing services in a unique COVID-19 patient testing environment, including but not limited to onsite employer clinics.
Customer Service Excellence
Delivers excellent customer service
Relay results of test to employees
Supervise medical assistants and licensed practical nurses with Covid 19 testing
Registered Nurse / Flu Clinic
Affiliated Physicians, Columbus, Ohio, 09/2020 to 10/2020
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of vaccine protocols, storage, procedures, standards of infection prevention, and evidence-based nursing care while providing operational guidance and leadership
Highly skilled in providing influenza vaccinations to children, adults and elderly as per CDC and FDA guidelines
Provision of care includes setting up corporate vaccination programs as well as obtaining payment and insurance information if required
Answer any questions about potential side effects and other issues related to the vaccination process; committed to ensuring patient comfort
Provide exceptional customer service while monitoring patients during the vaccination process
Maintains accurate, complete, and legible records
Registered Nurse / Rapid Diagnosis Treatment Unit
Ohio Health, Columbus, Ohio, 06/2019 to 08/2020
Provide quality care to acutely ill patients through the implementation of evidence-based nursing assessment, nursing diagnosis, interventions, and ongoing evaluation
Collaborate with health professionals and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Perform and interpret diagnostic tests while communicating health status changes to physician and care team
Skillfully respond in urgent situations with appropriate and timely nursing interventions to ensure patient safety and optimal patient outcomes
Provide education regarding acute and chronic ailments, as well as medication regimens at each visit to avoid hospital readmission
Research Assistant
East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tennessee, 01/2010 to 05/2012
Successfully presented research results at multiple scientific conferences and seminars
Learned to integrate knowledge, skill, and experience in order to continuously improve self, customer service, and quality of work
Demonstrated in-depth experience with specific enzyme isolation, identification, and characterization
Undergraduate Lab Instructor / Biology 101
East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tennessee, 01/2012 to 05/2012
Adhered to college philosophy, curriculum, program outcomes, and course objectives through clinical lab teaching for students
Coordinated lab experiences based on clinical objectives for each session
Educated students about lab skills and safety to ensure a successful learning environment
Created and graded quizzes while providing constructive feedback throughout the term
Clinical Practicums
Family Medicine Comprehensive
oProvide compassionate primary care services including comprehensive and focused physical examinations, DOT physicals, diagnosis, and treatment plans across the lifespan
oEducate and guide patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits
oManage overall patient care, including acute illness such as upper respiratory infections, sinusitis, pharyngitis, allergies, influenzae, pneumonia, acute otitis media, back pain, dermatitis, cellulitis, and various chronic ailments, such as diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and thyroid disorders as well as changes in lifestyle and development issues
oConduct sports physicals and educate patients and parents on concussion care
oConfident in knowledge of growth and development, anticipatory guidance, and the child family interaction while working with parents to address their fears, concerns and treatment options
oSecure complete women’s health histories including gynecologic, reproductive, contraceptive, medical, surgical, sexual, family health, and psychosocial systems
oAdept at performing basic women’s physical exam components including breast exam, pelvic exam, pap smear, cervical cultures, and post-partum care
oAssisted in colposcopy
oAble to function autonomously from preceptor on routine care for GYN patients
oKnowledgeable in diagnostics and management of STDs
Affiliations
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Awards
Travel Award National Science Foundation-presented research work on citrus paradisi, 2011
Health Resources and Service Administration award-The Ohio State University 2019 to 2020