KORTNI L. PEDLOW

*** ******** **. * Elkton, MD **921 * 302-***-**** * absykm@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: Obtain a secure position as a Family Nurse Practitioner managing the care of individuals by

providing healthcare services that will promote, manage and improve health.

Educational Background

Masters of Science in Nursing September 2009-January 2013

Wilmington University, New Castle, DE

Cumulative GPA: 4.0/4.0

Dedicated 36 hours plus a week to full time Nursing career with a full credit load

Bachelor of Science in Nursing September 2004-May 2008

Salisbury University: Salisbury, MD

Cumulative GPA: 3.28/4.0

Dedicated 30 hours plus a week to two Varsity sports with a full credit load

Relevant Employment/Experiences

Registered Nurse August 2008-Present

Intensive Care Unit at Union Hospital of Cecil County: Elkton, MD

• Manage care of 1-2 critically ill patients

• Provide comprehensive clinical assessment of acutely ill patients

• Communicate effectively with physicians and other healthcare team members

• Provide patient centered care by acting as patient advocate

• Utilize health care and community resources to meet the specialized needs of each patient

• Adapt to diverse patients and situations

• Effectively provide end of life care

• Participate in various committees such as Magnet Council and Core Measures

• Active participant in AACN Critical Care Program

Progressive Care Unit at Union Hospital of Cecil County: Elkton, MD

• Manage care of 4-6 acute and/or chronically ill patients on telemetry

• Encourage patients and families to be involved in their own care

• Serve as an advocate for all patients

• Precept and mentor student nurses and new hires

• Journal Club founder and Educational Council member

Family Nurse Practitioner Student in Clinical Summer 2011-

December 2012

Completed rotations in hospitals (acute and long term care facilities), Family practice and Women's health

clinics and Specialist Doctor's offices

• Manage patient care of acute and chronic conditions of infants, pregnant women and adults under

a Physician preceptor

• Develop and implement management plans and assist in continuity of care

• Conduct comprehensive history taking and physical examinations to aid in diagnosis

• Provide age appropriate screenings and encourage health lifestyle choices

• Order appropriate diagnostic testing and interpret any deviations from normal

• Educate patients regarding disease processes, medications, diagnostic testing and treatment

options

• Encourage patients and family members to be actively involved in their healthcare

• Utilize community resources to meet the specialized needs of each individual

• Develop positive rapport with patients and their families to ensure trust and improve outcomes

• Continue to serve as an advocate for all patients

Volunteer HIV/AIDS Teacher Winter 2008, 2010

Arusha, Tanzania, Africa

• Recognized importance to make a difference in people’s lives

• Lived with local family and partnered with Global Service Corps.

• Received extensive training to teach HIV positive patients

• Adapted to diverse cultural and social differences

• Developed appreciation and respect for underdeveloped third world conditions

Traditional Chinese Medicine Student Summer 2009

Beijing, China

• Recognized the importance of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Chinese culture

• Lived among Chinese natives and partnered with Yangzee University

• Taught and integrated with Chinese Nursing students

• Presented American Nursing topics to Chinese Nurses and Nursing students

• Received training in Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques

Affiliations/Honors/Certifications

Member, American Association of Critical Care Nurses

Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society

Participant, American Association of Critical Care Nurse Summit 2010

Participant, National Magnet Conference 2010

Participant, Maryland Patient Safety Convention 2009

Certified, American Heart Association, Basic Life Support

Certified, American Heart Association, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

Recipient, Academic Scholar and Academic Achievement Awards

Presenter, National Conference on Undergraduate Research

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