Laura O'Brien

ac7tw1@r.postjobfree.com 530-***-**** PO Box 94, Oregon House, CA 95962

Summary Dedicated FNP with over 24 years of Family Practice experience. Recently renewed ACLS and CEU's up to date. Responsible and well qualified. Skills Results-oriented

Quick learner

Spanish speaking

Client-focused

Well liked by patients

Experience FNP - Med7 Urgent Care Center Medical Group (Roseville, CA) May 2018 - Current

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.

Educated patients on strategies for chronic disease prevention. Assessed historical medical information and recent symptoms. Reviewed laboratory results and diagnostic films.

Handled primary care, case management and medication management.

Accounts Receivable Specialist - Fellowship of Friends (Oregon House, CA) July 2012 - January 2018

Reached out customers to collect outstanding payments via one-time or negotiated installment methods.

Determined best short- and long-term tracking methodology. Analyzed loss reports and reviewed with senior management to measure overall portfolio performance.

Evaluated open accounts to look for past-due balances and pursue collection strategies.

Worked closely with delinquent account holders to collect and reconcile accounts through approved channels.

Partnered with cash application team and credit manager on the timely and accurate posting of remittances.

Investigated billing discrepancies and implemented effective solutions to resolve concerns and prevent future problems.

FNP at times concurrent with other positions - First Care Medical Clinic

(Oregon House, CA)

June 1996 - April 2012

Issued referrals to obtain specialized care for patients. Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases. Assisted with the management of pain due to acute and chronic concerns.

Offered preventive services such as well-child, adult and gynecological examinations.

Educated patients on strategies for chronic disease prevention. Assessed historical medical information and recent symptoms. Provided school-aged children with appropriate physical examinations and required vaccinations.

FNP Occupational Medicine - Freemont Rideout Health Group (Marysville, CA)

January 2008 - June 2009

Provided necessary health education training for patients. Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care. Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools. Monitored patients with acute conditions.

Assessed historical medical information and recent symptoms. Handled primary care, case management and medication management.

FNP Pediatrics - Colusa Rural Health Clinic (Colusa, CA) August 2007 - January 2008

Communicated with family members and guardians about children's health.

Met with families to manage and treat childhood acute illnesses. Examined patients and studied symptoms to diagnose conditions. Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients.

Incorporated evidence-based care into practice environment to ensure high quality care for patients and their families. Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.

FMP Women's Health - The Offices of Dr. Yash Brar and Dr. Jasper Kang

(Yuba City, CA)

March 2007 - January 2008

Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases. Offered preventive services such as well-child, adult and gynecological examinations.

Provided women's health services for contraception, reproductive concerns and family planning.

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Actively maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable state and Federal laws and regulations.

Prepared specimens for analysis and established proper chronological priorities in testing.

FNP - Harmony Health Clinic (Linda, CA)

July 2006 - March 2007

Issued referrals to obtain specialized care for patients. Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases. Offered preventive services such as well-child, adult and gynecological examinations.

Provided women's health services for contraception, reproductive concerns and family planning.

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.

FNP Internal Medicine - Office of Dr. Brouette (Marysville, CA) January 1998 - January 2000

Utilized effective communication and active listening skills to elicit patients' medical histories and details about their current concerns. Assessed patients by performing thorough examinations and diagnosed them with various medical conditions.

Counseled patients on disease prevention methods and explained the symptoms of such illnesses as diabetes and cancer. Identified the need for specific tests or procedures based upon assessments of acute and chronic issues.

Prescribed medications to patients to treat and alleviate different illnesses.

Educated patients about their treatments.

FNP - Peach Tree Clinic (Linda, CA)

January 1994 - January 1996

Utilized effective communication and active listening skills to elicit patients' medical histories and details about their current concerns. Assessed patients by performing thorough examinations and diagnosed them with various medical conditions.

Counseled patients on disease prevention methods and explained the symptoms of such illnesses as diabetes and cancer. Identified the need for specific tests or procedures based upon assessments of acute and chronic issues.

Prescribed medications to patients to treat and alleviate different illnesses.

Provided school-aged children with appropriate physical examinations and required vaccinations.

FNP - Feather Falls and Berry Creek (Feather Falls, CA) January 1992 - January 1994

Educated patients on strategies for chronic disease prevention. Assessed historical medical information and recent symptoms. Handled primary care, case management and medication management.

Educated patients about their treatments.

Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.

Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care. Education and Training 2018

ACLS

BLS

Electronic Medical Billing

2014

American Medical Billing Association, Oregon House, CA, USA Completed 300 continuing education

Passed National test with Honors

NP/PA

1992

Universilty of CA Davis, Davis, CA, USA

Passed PA Boards With Honors

Registered Nursing

1986

Washington University in St Louis, St Louis, MO, United States Activities Volunteer as First Responder Coordinator for Church for more than 3 years, covering over 3 meetings and events a week.

Representation "Laura gets along so well with her co-workers, and is a very hard worker, learned fast, we are so happy to have her." Gregg Holman President Fellowship of Friends

"I know her as a highly competent and reliable Nurse Practitioner. She has a great level of compassion for her patients Dr. Ingendaay

"Laura was one of the best providers I have ever worked with." Dr. Minervini

"Ms. O'Brien provided excellent patient care and had a good relationship with the staff." Dr. Kang

"I knew Laura as a highly competent provider." Fonda Shaw FNP

"Laura is professional, dedicated and always making extra efforts to improve patient's health." Birgit Weninger, RN

"Laura was very competent; she worked in family practice, mainly pediatrics and women's health. She was regarded highly by the MD's she worked with, and was later offered a position with them in their private offices." Marie Ramey, RN, Supervisor of Peach Tree Clinic

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