Nurse Practitioner Home Health
Resume:
KAREN A. GIBBS, MSN, ANP-C
HOME ADDRESS
Manlius, NY 13104
(315) – 427-1979 (Cell)
ac8gfx@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION:
Master of Science in Nursing, 9-1998
to 5- 2000
Syracuse University College of Nursing
Syracuse, New York 13244
Nurse Practitioner Certification Program
9- 1984 to 9-1985
Community General Hospital
Syracuse, New York 13215
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 9-1979
to 1982
Syracuse University College of Nursing
Syracuse, New York 13244
EXPERIENCE:
Nurse Practitioner Positions
1/2015- present : Clinical Adviser for Noninvasive Medical Technologies, Inc.
6412 S. Arville St.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89118
Responsibilities:
Clinical Adviser and Educator for the company, Noninvasive Medical Technologies, Inc., specifically the ZOE Fluid Status Monitor. I provide the clinical expertise and education to healthcare systems on the nuances of the ZOE Fluid Status Monitor in the management of the CHF patient. Further I provide both Webinars and the “hands on”, on-site, clinical training and education of healthcare professionals. This is in an effort to decrease re-admissions in the CHF patient, improving cost, outcomes and patient satisfaction.
9/2015-6/2018 : Flex Provider for Matrix Medical Network
9201 E. Mountain View Road
Suite 220
Scottsdale, Az 85258
Responsibilities:
Preventive Home Assessments of clients in the Matrix Medical Network
Responsible for Education, Preventive Screening, Identifying any Social and/or Medical needs requiring F/U by PCP, Surgeon, Cardiologist, etc.
This is in an effort to prevent unnecessary ED visits or re-admissions to the hospital. It also serves as a safety net, identifying any potential issues, i.e. wound infections, carotid bruits, complications of diabetes, PVD, etc. I contact the appropriate clinician with any concerns to arrange F/U.
5/2007-1/2015: Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner
University Hospital in Syracuse ( SUNY)
750 East Adams St.
Syracuse, New York 13210
Responsibilities:
Management of the CP and Thoracic patient i.e., Pre-rounding on the CP/Thoracic patients and consults in AM, writing daily notes, tasks etc., AM and PM Rounds with the attending MD. My responsibilities included pre-op, post-op in the immediate CPICU, Step down, Discharge and F/U in clinic. I covered the ED, Cardiac Catheterization suite and consults through out the hospital. I was responsible for being the contact for PCP, Cardiologist, Family members and patients.
10/2004-5/2007 : Chemical Detox Unit--Hospitalist –General Surgery and Vascular Surgery
Nurse Practitioner
Crouse Hospital
736 Irving Ave.
Syracuse, New York 13210
Responsibilities:
Management of these patient populations while obtaining my MSN. This included, but limited to H&P's, management and treatment of all services, Pre and Post Op management for the General and Vascular patient, Covering the ED for all services.
10/1998-5/2007: Clinical Practice Analysis
University Hospital in Syracuse
750 East Adams St.
Syracuse, New York 13210
Responsibilities:
Collection of and submission of data specific to the NYS DOH Cardiac Services
part time while obtaining my MSN
11/1987-10/1998: Cardiopulmonary Nurse Practitioner
University Hospital in Syracuse
750 East Adams St
Syracuse, New York 13210
Responsibilities:
Management of the CP patient in the Step down unit, coordination of services prior to discharge, F/U in clinic
2/1986-11/1987: Nurse Practitioner
Elmcrest Children’s Center
Syracuse, New York 13210
Responsibilities:
History and Physicals of Adolescents being admitted to the facility
Nursing Positions
8/1982-2/1986 : Med/Surg Intensive Care Unit
Bedside Nurse in Critical Care at University Hospital in Syracuse
University Hospital in Syracuse
750 East Adams St.
Syracuse, New York 13210
CREDENTIALS:
Registered Professional Nurse
New York State
License No. 308346
Florida ANP
License No. 9419161
New York State ANP
License No. 9066894
Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner
Certification No. 102499-F
DEA : MG0158798
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
American Heart Association
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES/COMMITTEES:
Reducing re-admissions in the CHF patient @ University Hospital via noninvasive fluid monitoring pilot study 10-2014 to 1-2015
SUNY Upstate Medical University Cardiopulmonary Home Care Education Day 10- 24-2013 and 11- 7- 2013
Strong Women, Strong Hearts Volunteer 2-2012 to 2-2015
Upstate Heart and Vascular Center Marketing Committee 3-200*-*-****
Nurse Practitioner Marketing Subcommittee 8-200*-*-****
Consultant and co-author of Nursing Practice Guidelines for the Cardiac Home Patient. Home Healthcare Association, Pensacola, Fl., 1998
Preceptor for Nursing Graduate Students at University Hospital 1-1994 to 1-2015
American Heart Association Nurse Education Committee member 11-1986 to 11-1990
PROGRAMS:
Post open heart discharge patient education program for home healthcare agencies; nurses, physicians, home health aides, physical therapists 6-1994 to 10-1998
Creating and implementing Preventive Health Awareness Program: “ Pathway to Wellness” at University Hospital 3-1993- A multidisciplinary program incorporating University Hospital professionals, medical students and Syracuse University Exercise Physiology Graduate Students
Instituting and teaching post cardiac surgery classes at University Hospital for open heart patients and their families 1-1987 to 10-1998.
Instituting a support group for the open heart patient and their families at University Hospital 6-1987 to 6-1993
Academic Recognition:
Syracuse University College of Nursing – Nursing Scholarship Award 5-2000
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society
Syracuse University College of Nursing Dean’s List – Fall 1998, Spring 1999, Fall 1999, Spring 2000
Syracuse University College of Nursing Academic Scholarship Fall 1982
Syracuse University College of Nursing Dean’s List Spring 1982, Fall 1982
Professional Recognition:
Joint Labor and Management Professional Development Award (PD) at University Hospital in Syracuse, Spring 2015, Spring 2011, Spring 2006, Spring 2005, Fall 2002
University Hospital in Syracuse Drescher Affirmative Scholarship candidate 3-1994
Rotary Club of Syracuse Humanitarian Recognition award “Service Above Self” 11-92
Abstracts and Publications:
McCaughan, A., Gibbs, K. “Reducing Readmissions via Fluid Status Measurement and Maintainance” Poster presented at the 2014 Nursing Symposium 3-2014
Creator and Chief Editor of the University Hospital “Heart and Vascular Center Newsletter” for the Cardiothoracic/Vascular patient, public and referring physicians 9-2008 to 9-2015
Morganti, C., Morganti, R., and Gibbs, K. “A Survey of Masters Runners” Poster presented at the 1998 ACSM 45th Annual Meeting
Frantz, A., Bolin, C., Gibbs, K., Hayes, K., Walters, J., Humphrey, C. (1998). Nursing Practice Guidelines for the Cardiac Home Patient. Home Healthcare Association, Pensacola, Fl.
Creator and Chief Editor: ”Heart and Soul” – Newsletter for the open heart patient and referring physicians 6-96 to 10-1998
Cardiopulmonary Orientation Booklet for surgery residents 1990-1998
KohmanL., Auchincloss H J., Gilbert, R., Beshana M., “Functional Results of Muscle Flap Closure for Sternal Infection.” Society of Thoracic Surgeons, 1991; 52: 102-106
Internet:
Consultant for Website - www.graphicsurgery.com - an interactive site providing healthcare professionals and patients detailed pre-op information pending surgery
Consultant for Website - www.askinformedmed.com - an interactive site providing patients and healthcare providers with current research regarding surgical options
Creator and Chief Editor of Website - “ Pathway to Wellness” for SUNYHSC Health and Wellness Program – 8-1999 to 2000 http://wwwuniversityhospital.org/wellness
Creator and Chief Editor of Website – “Heart and Soul” interactive version of newsletter – 6-1996 to 10-1998- http://hscsyr.edu/surgery/heartandsoul/
Miscellaneous:
New York State Mentoring Program – East Syracuse Elementary School
Consultant for Home Healthcare, Town of Webb Health Center – 5-2003 to 5-2004
Big Brother Big Sister Program
Hot Air Balloon Chase Team
Consultant Olsen Home Care Agency-Open Heart Program 9-1997
American Heart Association Run Volunteer 2-1990- present
Corporate Challenge Run, Committee and Participant for University Hospital in Syracuse 8-86 to 2015
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