Nurse Practitioner Registered
Resume:
Shamika L. Spencer
Casselberry, FL 32707
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Professional Summary
Extensive experience working as a nurse practitioner focusing in the areas of adult health, cardiovascular disease and sleep medicine. Dedicated to providing the best patient care through evidence-based practice. Passionate about preventative care and incorporating a healthy lifestyle for whole body wellness.
Experience
Heart Vein and Vascular, Longwood, FL September 2017-present
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
•Provides management of acute and chronic internal medicine, cardiac, vascular and vein disease processes
•Specialize in the evaluation and treatment of patients with cardiovascular conditions such as coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, heart failure, valvular disease and arrhythmias
•Specialize in the evaluation and treatment of patients with peripheral vascular disease, chronic venous insufficiency as well as varicose veins
•Performs Venaseal closure procedure and ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy for the treatment of venous insufficiency
•Provide in-patient hospital care and coordination as well as out-patient clinic responsibilities
Carolina Clinic for Health and Wellness, Greenville, NC January 2014-August 2017
Adult Nurse Practitioner; Cardiology and Sleep Medicine
•Specialize in the evaluation and treatment of patients with cardiovascular conditions such as coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, heart failure, and arrhythmias
•Specialize in evaluation and management of sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy
•Assess and emphasize adherence with PAP therapy
•Review PAP download/compliance data at every clinic visit
•Implement treatment plans which includes diagnostic testing, medication management and lifestyle changes
•Provides extensive education to patients and/or their families about preventive care, disease management, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications
•Works in an independent and interdependent relationship with the medical staff, which allows for consultation, collaboration, or referral
Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC July 2002-December 2013
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Intermediate Unit
•Provide exceptional nursing care to patients in the acute setting with the following diagnoses: myocardial infarction, unstable angina, congestive heart failure, and arrhythmias
•Interact in a time-sensitive environment between multi-disciplinary staff to minimize delays and optimize patient care and efficiency
•Make independent, deadline-driven decisions within established protocols to execute various care initiatives for optimum patient outcomes
•Work collaboratively with physicians to discuss and identify patient 's treatment needs
•Document and communicate effectively to appropriate team members patient's condition, treatment, progress and other pertinent information
•Function as charge nurse
Manage and oversee the flow of a 56-bed unit
Performs quality rounds and reviews all quality documentation
Provide a safe and professional environment for patients, visitors, and staff
•Function as preceptor to nursing students and registered nurses
Participate in identification of learning needs
Facilitate their professional socialization into the new role and with a new staff
Plan learning experiences and assignments to help meet weekly professional and clinical goals
Provide feedback on his/her progress, based on preceptor's observation of clinical performance, assessment of achievement of clinical competencies and patient care documentation
Consult with the clinical faculty liaison and professional development coordinator, as necessary, to discuss progress
Education
Master of Science degree in Nursing
East Carolina University, Greenville, NC May 2002
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing
East Carolina University, Greenville, NC July 2011
Certifications / Licensure
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, State of Florida, Current
ANCC Certification in Adult Nurse Practitioner, Current
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