Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Family Nurse Practitioner

Qualifications Profile

Dedicated, compassionate, and patient-focused nurse professional, offering wide-ranging experience in providing the highest quality of services and care to individuals with diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Known for sound decision-making and critical thinking capabilities in identifying and formulating solutions to address patient needs, ensure optimum patient outcomes, and promote advocacy. Adept at conducting accurate patient assessments and evaluations, while utilizing effective practices, diagnostic reasoning, and other medical approaches in implementing medical treatment plans. Highly capable of completing wide-ranging nursing duties within a fast-paced environment.

Areas of Expertise

Orthopedic Trauma and Post-Operative Care ~ Interdisciplinary Collaboration ~ Patient and Families Education

Inpatient Therapy ~ Pain Management ~ Medication Regimen ~ Staff Training and Development

Education and Credentials

Master of Science in Nursing in Family Nurse Practitioner, 2016 [GPA: 3.857]

Maryville University, St. Louis, MO

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 2012 [Dean’s List] Student Nurses’ Association

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, IL

Licensed Registered Nurse: States of Illinois and Missouri

Certified Family Nurse Practitioner: States of Illinois and Missouri, In process

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Training

Relevant Experience

SSM- Saint Louis University Hospital, Saint Louis, MO

Registered Nurse, Level 1 Trauma Hospital Orthopedic Trauma Unit Jul 2012–Present

Display skills in delivering direct and holistic care to multiple patients on the Orthopedics floor in collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, dieticians, social workers, case managers, and pharmacists

Fulfill wide-ranging duties which include assessments, evaluation, and treatment of patients with various needs and diagnosis including individuals with multiple broken bones

Provide first-rate patient care which include post-operative care from an emergent or planned surgery, immediate inpatient therapy, pain management services, and staff dependency for their needs during their stay

Facilitate patient, families, and caregiver education regarding patient’s health, recovery, and disease process, medication regimen, therapy demands, and discharge instructions

Carry out key tasks including 1-5 admissions and discharges during shift within an inner-city hospital, consisting of patients with a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds

Obtain various trainings to assume various roles and perform the following tasks:

-Nurse preceptor, in charge of facilitating trainings to newly graduated and newly employed nurses;

-Charge nurse, responsible for delivering hands-on assistance to fellow staff in completing tasks, performing floor and hospital scores, and arranging assignments for current and upcoming shifts; and

-Patient advocate, accountable for ensuring all needs of patients are addressed

Key Highlight:

Earned the Daisy Award Nominee for providing excellent patient experience during their hospital stay

Obtained and applied trainings as a nurse preceptor and charge nurse

Myrtle Hilliard Davis Comprehensive Health Center, Saint Louis, MO

Graduate Student Nurse, Adult Assessment I and II, Primary Care Clinic (430 hours) and Pediatrics (165 hours)

Delivered holistic health assessments on both adult and pediatric populations

Conducted keen assessment of acute and chronic illnesses for both populations; as well as disease processes and adjusted medication regimens as needed for the populations

Adhered to the patient’s diagnosis in preparing referrals for tests and specialists

Performed scheduled checkups for newborns and toddlers

Completed school physicals and sports participation assessments for pediatric patients

SSM- Saint Louis University Hospital, Saint Louis, MO

Graduate Student Nurse, Health Assessment/Specialist, Orthopedic Trauma Unit (80 hours)

Keenly evaluated pre- and post-operatively to inpatients during their recovery process

Completed wound care as needed for surgical sites

Facilitated education to patients on the process of recovery and therapy in preparation for discharge; and to patient and families concerning the discharge process, instructions, while performing follow-up appointments

McKinley Health Center, Granite City, IL

Graduate Student Nurse, Obstetrics-Gynecology (70 hours)

Carried out assessment and taught female patients for scheduled checkups or for an acute gynecological problem and birth control options

Performed pap smears, breast examinations, and cervical exams

Completed both pre- and post-natal assessments on patients during and after their pregnancy

Other Experience

Texas Roadhouse, Shiloh, IL

Legendary Server Head Trainer Nov 2007–Jul 2012

All Pro Tees, Caseyville, IL

Senior Design Embroiderer Front Desk Manager Feb 2009–Jul 2012

Professional Affiliations

Active Member, American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Member, Golden Key International Honor Society, 2009–2013

Activities

Volunteer, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, School of Nursing, Open House

Volunteer, Various Health Fairs in Southern Illinois Area

Certified Trainer/Volunteer Head Coach, J5 Crossfit

Technical Acumen

EPIC Electronic Charting System Medication Administration Record (MAR) Charting

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

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