Family Nurse Practitioner

Bridget Doerr Openlander, MSN/FNP

*** ***** ***. ******* ******, MO, 63119 314-***-**** advdnn@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Advanced nursing professional with significant experience in family practice, critical care, cardiology/ pulmonology and endocrinology for pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.

Strong interpersonal skills; experienced communicator with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.

Demonstrated diagnostic capabilities, especially in primary care and acute medical situations.

Advanced education and training in adult, geriatric, pediatric and women’s health.

Specialized training in Covid19 and Virtual Medicine diagnosis and treatment.

Proven experience, knowledge, and autonomy as a Family Nurse Practitioner in busy, growing practices.

Receiving ongoing positive feedback from patients, families, and colleagues; obtaining many new referrals.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Family Nurse Practitioner, West County Medical Associates at Missouri Baptist Medical Center (April 2020-Present)

Provide continuity of care to geriatric patients with various medical conditions including dementia,

osteoporosis, diabetes Mellitus, COPD, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, hypertension, depression,

cancer and other chronic diseases.

Properly diagnosed and provided prompt medical attention for patients requiring critical care for new onset

of myocardial infarction, atrial fibrillation, CVA, sepsis, and acute respiratory failure.

Coordinate closely with primary care physicians on patient care, follow up and support. Building my own patient portfolio as new patients join practice.

Provide education to patients and families to better manage chronic health conditions such as obesity, diabetes, essential hypertension, osteoarthritis, and hyperlipidemia.

Cross-trained in BJC’s Virtual Care Center with diagnostic and individualized care plans for patients presenting with Covid19 symptoms and other medical issues.

Determined acuity of patients with respiratory symptoms directing them to appropriate follow-up and care.

Family Nurse Practitioner, BJC Medical Group at Progress West Medical Center (July 2017- April 2020)

Provided individualized care for patients of all ages with moderate to severe conditions including acute bronchitis, influenza, pneumonia, COPD, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, myocardial infarction, CHF, acute cholecystitis, and diverticulitis, as well as depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric disorders.

Utilized advanced critical thinking to properly diagnose and provide appropriate treatment, including ER transfers in acute medical situations.

Collaborated with medical colleagues to provide high quality care to individuals and their families within regional BJC healthcare system.

Regularly interacted with BJC area specialists and emergency medical personnel to ensure high quality care.

Registered Nurse, St. Luke’s Hospital, Chesterfield, MO, Cardiovascular & Pulmonary (Feb. 2014 - May 2017)

Cared for pre- and post-op cardiac patients with pacemakers, chest tubes and Foley catheters, as well as patients with cardiac issues including atrial fibrillation and myocardial infarction. Also treat pulmonary patients with congestive heart failure, COPD, pneumonia and tracheostomies.

Performed frequent vital sign monitoring and analysis, as well as EKG interpretations. Initiated blood draws for laboratory work and analysis.

Collaborated regularly with family members and other health care professionals to provide high quality patient care to cardiac and pulmonary patients.

Registered Nurse, SSM St. Mary’s Health Center, Richmond Heights, MO, ICU Step-Down (Sept. 2012 - Feb. 2014)

Transferred to Telemetry/ICU Step-Down unit to gain additional training and experience with critically ill patients. Completed advanced skills training including EKG analysis, Insulin and Cardizem drips and tracheostomy, chest tube and NG tube patient care.

Performed post-ICU nursing care including EKG interpretation and vital signs monitoring, critical-thinking and emergency interventions. Cared for patients with sepsis, ARF and immunodeficiency disorders.

General Medicine Floor (Sept. 2012 to Sept. 2013))

Hired into SSM’s “Futures Program” for new RNs. Completed critical thinking, prioritization, time management, EKG interpretation & emergency crash cart training, and other advanced skills training.

Worked with a variety of patients performing assessments, administering medications and IV drugs, wound care, catheterizations, as well as daily patient admissions and discharges.

FNP STUDENT CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Innovare Health Advocates, Internal Medicine (May-August, 2016 Rotation, 80 hours)

Assisted lead physician evaluating primarily geriatric patients, interpreted x-rays, EKGs, lab values and other diagnostic studies. Diagnosed and treated patients with a variety of illnesses including pneumonia, bronchitis, influenza, COPD, congestive heart failure and myocardial infarction.

St. Anthony’s Urgent Care Rotation (June- August, 2016 Rotation, 100 hours)

Collaborated with physician and staff to diagnose and treat patients in urgent care situations.

Developed treatment plans for patients with contact dermatitis, UTIs, otitis media, conjunctivitis, pneumonia, COPD exacerbation, influenza, bronchitis, diverticulitis, muscle spasms, fractures, whiplash, burns and other injuries.

St. Anthony’s Kennerly Family Medicine – Primary Care Rotation (June-August, 2016, 115 hours)

Assisted physician and nurse practitioner with variety of patients in primary care office; performed physical assessments, took H&P during interviews with patients and families. Diagnosed and treated patients for several issues including, diabetes, pneumonia, bronchitis, congestive heart failure and COPD.

Mercy Hospital-Trauma/Neuro ICU Rotation (September, 2016, 60 hours))

Participated in Critical Care Medicine Rotation collaborating with residents, fellows and attending physician to prepare care plans for critically ill patients. Assessed ICU patients experiencing drug overdoses, paralysis from motor vehicle accident, stroke etc.

BJC Rheumatology and Internal Medicine- Primary Care Rotation (September-December, 2016, 155 hours)

Independently assessed adult/geriatric patients, interpreted x-rays, lab values and developed diagnosis and treatment plans. Treated patients for variety of issues including pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, UTI, diabetes, BPV, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, streptococcal pharyngitis, cellulitis, musculoskeletal injury, anxiety, depression and insomnia.

Baer Pediatrics, Missouri Baptist- Pediatrics Rotation (January- March, 2017, 165 hours)

Coordinated with Pediatrician to deliver family-centered care to infants, young children and adolescents with various medical situations including otitis media, pneumonia, strep pharyngitis, laryngotracheobronchitis, influenza; as well as some psychological disorders, including ADHD, anxiety and depression. Educated families on disease process, treatment plans, and required follow-up.

St. Luke’s - Women’s Health Rotation (April-May, 2017, 70 hours)

Observed and assisted lead OB-GYN physician with routine gynecologic exams including pap smears, colposcopy, breast and cervical exams. Performed ultrasounds on expectant mothers. Educated patients about oral contraceptives and STD testing.

EDUCATION

Maryville University School of Nursing, St. Louis, MO, August, 2014 to Present

MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner, May 2017, 3.92/4.0 GPA

Saint Louis University School of Nursing, St. Louis, MO, August 2009 to August 2012

Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Graduated August, 2012, 3.0/4.0 GPA; Dean’s List, Senior Year

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