Registered Nurse Practitioner

Location:

San Antonio, TX

Salary:

50.00 per hr

Posted:

July 24, 2019

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Resume:

VIOLET L. OKILWA

**** ***** ****, *******, ** ***23

Cell phone number: 307-***-****/9371

*************@*******.***

Family Nurse Practitioner – MSN/FNP-C

Post- secondary Education

University of Texas at Arlington-Master of Science in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) 12/2015-12/2018.

University of Wyoming – Bachelor of Science in Nursing

January 2002 - May 2005.

Laramie Community College - Prerequisite classes for nursing school

January, 2001- December 2001.

Certifications

FNP certification- AANP- exp.- 02/2024, ARNP license- temporal exp. 9/19

Registered Nurse certified by Texas Board of Nursing since: 08/2005- expires 09/30/ 2019.

Advanced Cardiac Life support certified by American Heart Association:

February 2013- 02/ 2021.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certified by American Heart Association: February 2006- 02/ 2021.

Honors

Honor roll student at University of Texas at Arlington School of Nursing

Honor student on vice president’s list at the University of Wyoming Fay Whitney School of Nursing 2003-2005.

Honor student on principals list at Laramie Community College, 2001.

Awards

Recognized by patients and resource director as Rock star nurse

Named alongside other nurses as providing excellent nursing care as pertains to pathways to nursing excellence, leadership, and teamwork- North East Methodist Hospital, San Antonio, TX. 4th quarter, 2017.

Named the outstanding performer of the quarter at North East Methodist Hospital, San Antonio, Texas. October 2016.

Employee of the quarter for good attitude and customer relations: Osborn Health and Rehabilitation Center, Arizona. July 2013

Family Nurse Practitioner -Clinicals

1.Pinkston Family Practice, San Antonio, TX. Feb, 2018- 5/2018. Acquired 11 weeks of primary care clinicals across life span : newborns, pediatrics, adults, geriatrics. Clinicals acquired in diagnosing and treating acute conditions, administering injectables, ordering and reviewing labs, medication management, chronic condition management (Diabetes, Congestive heart failure, asthma, COPD, HTN, chronic GI issues, ESLD, ESRD, allergies, musculoskeletal problems, women issues- pap smears, breast exams, and contraception, hormone therapy, and allergy testing. Patient teaching and enforcing prevention as pertains to USPTF and CDC guidelines, immunizations, dietary advise and physical fitness counseling.

Individualized care for pediatric population, youth, middle aged adults, obstetrics, and geriatrics. Managed psychological disorders by doing screenings and maintaining treatment. Attained primary care experience on how to provide care for diverse and multicultural groups.

2.Westover Primary Care, San Antonio, TX. 5/2018- 8/2018. Acquired 11 weeks clinical experience in a broad life span age: 2 -100yrs. Involved in the treatment of acute conditions, lab interpretations, administering injectables, immunizations, allergy testing and management, Botox treatments for migraines, and hormone therapy. Patient teaching on the management of acute and chronic conditions with emphasis on prevention of disease as pertains to CDC and USPTF guidelines. Provided care for women issues, screening and counseling. Participated in the management of psychological disorders- ensuring follow-up’s and referral. Performed school physicals and referrals. Participated in teenage counseling sexual health screening and treatment for sexually transmitted infections. Managed different skin issues, wounds and provided referrals.

3.Lone Star OBGYN, San Antonio, TX. and Pinkston Family Practice, San Antonio, TX. 09/2018- 12/2018. Acquired 13 weeks experience in women issues: Women well exams- pap smears, breast exams, sexual health, and contraception (pills, implants, natural planning). Perfomed screenings for cervical cancer- colposcopy exams, BIO-T hormone therapy, testing and treating sexually transmitted diseases, infertility and offered advise concerning conception issues. Managed pregnant women- verifying pregnancy, obtaining initial pregnancy labs and maintenance labs, screening for high risk pregnancy, advising and offering referrals, and monitoring fetal and maternal wellness. Ordered appropriate diagnostic exams and referral for different presenting conditions. Acquired experience with providing psychological counseling for women experiencing postpartum depression, miscarriages, underage pregnancy, and women in hostile relationships. Managed chronic conditions during pregnancy i.e. CAD, HTN (pre-eclampsia), depression, anxiety diabetes, thyroid issues, eating disorders affecting pregnant adult women and teenagers. Managed acne and osteoporosis.

Work Experience

1.Methodist Stone Oak Hospital, San Antonio, June 2018- to present

Registered nurse with the resource team- provides critical care nursing through lifespan. Works in the emergency department, critical care unit (ICU), neurological ICU, step down ICU, cardiac unit, med-Surgical floor and the women’s surgical floor. A nurse with a great attitude, a team leader with great public relations and great stress management skills. I have experience with critical care medications: oral, injectables, and intravenous medications, iv fluids, blood product administration, care for post-op patients and surgical wounds. Analyzing and interpreting EKG’S, lab values, Competent with identifying sepsis, myocardial infarction and coronary artery syndrome. Competent in managing strokes, hypertension crisis, asthma, COPD and CHF exacerbation, altered mental status, acute encephalopathy, anxiety, alcohol related issues, depression and suicidal issues. Individualizes care, sets goals, and works with patient, family, and my unit teams to enhance quick recovery. Also offers counseling and support for families with terminally ill patient. Providing quality care to patients is my goal because quality care is vital for quick and stable recovery or comfort. I work with nurses on different floors to provide outstanding and quality care to patients as a primary care nurse.

2. Santa Rosa Medical center, San Antonio, TX. January 2018 to 6/2018.

Registered nurse -Telemetry /Intermediate care critical care unit- Positive attitude in an intense and very busy critical care floor. Admissions, discharges, intravenous infusions i.e.; heparin, insulin, iv antibiotics, cardiac monitoring, monitoring labs, replenishing electrolytes, wound care for different wounds including surgical, and transfusions of and blood components. Management of central lines, peripheral lines, chest tubes, and feeding tubes. Embraces team work and always ready to learn.

3. NORTH EAST METHODIST HOSPITAL, LIVEOAK. September 2013-06/2018.

An RN on the telemetry and the neurological units. A nurse with a positive attitude and exceptional customer service. Provides exceptional care to patients with neurological deficits, cardiac issues, orthopedic problems, and debilitative conditions. Motivated patients towards their set goals to attain speedy recovery. Provided focused assessment and treatment and formulated individualized plan of care. Enforced problem focused patient teaching and discharge planning to ensure continuity of care upon discharge. Embraced team work and motivated fellow colleagues to attain perceived goals.

4. OSBORN HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA, October 2008 – July/2013

RN/Charge Nurse: I provided direct patient care for young adult through geriatric. Nursing skills included: initial admission, assessment, monitoring of patient’s while providing education about health maintenance. I noted and implemented doctor’s orders, interpreted laboratory result and with critical thinking provided electrolyte replacements. Competent with wound care, tracheotomy care, feeding tubes, drain tubes, and the administration of all forms of medication.

5. NURSE CORE AGENCY, PHOENIX, ARIZONA, July/2010 – July/2013

Nursing assignments on the medical-surgical and telemetry floor. I also conducted home visits as needed for wound care, Medicare assessments, medication management, patient admission, medication verification, interpretation of labs, total parenteral nutrition and wound care. I provided teaching to patients about chronic conditions and enforced better disease management techniques.

6. JUNO HEALTHCARE AGENCY at the VETERANS ADMINISTRATION HOSPITAL, PHOENIX, ARIZONA, 12/2007 – 07/ 2008

Registered nurse/Team leader on the oncology Unit: Provided quality nursing care for patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment. I performed initial admission and assessment, medication administration, intravenous therapy, blood administration, and monitored patients. Provided focused education for patients during their hospital stay and upon discharge.

7. JUNO HEALTHCARE AGENCY/CHULA VISTA CARE CENTER, MESA, AZ, June 2007 – March 2008

Supervisor and the charge nurse for the evening and weekend shifts. I promoted teamwork as a supervisor for smooth running and patient satisfaction. I was responsible for admissions, noting and implementing doctor’s orders, monitoring and managing patient’s conditions, medication administration, patient teaching and discharges.

8. Ivinson Memorial Hospital, Laramie, Wyoming, October 2005 – June 2006

Obstetrics/Postpartum, surgical and med/surgical nursing: Provided postpartum and post-surgical care for obstetric patients. I provided neonatal care for newborns in the nursery and pediatric care to infants and kids up to eighteen years of age. Regularly floated to the med-surgical and surgical floors.

9. High Country Home Health, Laramie, WY, October 2004 – May 2005

Certified nurse assistant (as needed basis): I provided patient care including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and ensured patient safety.

Membership in Professional Organizations

1.American Association of Nurse Practitioners 08/2018- current member. The organization that advocates for nurse practitioners and also empowers NP’s to deliver high-quality, patient centered health care.

2. American Nurses Association: 12/2016- current member. The organization represents registered nurses. ANA fosters high standards of nursing practice, promotes safe and ethical work environment, and advocates for issues that affect nurses and the public. ANA mission is ‘advancing nursing to improve health for all’.

3. Wyoming Nurses Association: 01/2002- 05/2005. An association that catered to nurses, nursing students, and issues that affected the nursing profession.

Workshop and conferences attended

09/2016: Attended a conference at West over Hills church about women empowerment. Conference encouraged women to be aware of their inner strength, follow their dreams and overcome obstacles that prevent them from living fulfilled lives.

10/2016: Participated in the Susan Komen’s breast cancer awareness project at North East Methodist hospital. The initiative focused on educating women about risks for breast cancer, tests available for early detection, mastectomy, plastic surgery and augmentation services. Emphasized need for monthly personal breast examinations, healthy nutrition, physical fitness, and gave advise on better stress management skills. I got involved in counseling women affected by breast cancer by offering hope.

Papers/posters delivered

10/2016- North East Methodist –I Prepared posters and held presentations about women’s health i.e. risks for breast cancer, colon cancer, menopause and cardiac diseases. Women were educated about benefits of exercise, healthy nutrition, and effective stress mechanisms and rest.

03/2016- North East Methodist- I participated in educating employees about the effects of hourly rounding on patient satisfaction. This was necessary because quarterly reports on patient satisfaction failed to reveal improvement suggesting that hourly rounding was not effectively implemented. The education team reiterated the need for implementing new initiatives to improve overall patient satisfaction. We reinforced effective hourly rounding by: employees holding each other accountable, motivating employees, and initiation of random manager rounding checks.

Community Service

7/2018- on going: A volunteer as a co-team group leader for parenting and couples enrichment classes at Westover Hills Assembly of God, San Antonio.

09/2006-06/2007: Volunteered as a registered nurse in Austin at the downtown clinic. Clinic provided free medical care to low income people, the homeless, refuges, and immigrants.

Research

03/2016: I conducted a research about effects of hourly rounding and patient satisfaction. Multiple studies showed that patients had a positive view of the hospital where hourly rounding was enforced. Results indicated that call lights were answered timely, falls were prevented, there was less family hostility, and less patient behaviors. Good relationship was reported between the employees and the patients. Hourly rounding had significant impact when it was effectively implemented.

Grants

I. 2004-2005: I received a grant from Laramie Women’s Association in Wyoming towards my nursing school. The grant was an incentive offered by the women’s group to empower fellow women to overcome obstacles and realize their dreams.

II. 2003-Received a grant from the University of Wyoming international student association. This grant was applied towards my tuition for nursing school.

Publication:

03/2016 North East Methodist -A quarterly magazine featured research about the importance of effects of hourly rounding as pertains to general patient satisfaction. Article covered statistics from researches conducted and findings thereof.

*Attached list of references

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

1.Dr Berryman, Terry

Little Spurs Pediatric- Bandera and 1604- Mom at clinic

210-***-****

II. Dr Stella Koretsky – Former Preceptor

Westover Primary care

9002 Culebra Dr.#105

San Antonio, TX 78251

Phone: 210-***-****

Email- **********@*******************.***

III. Gina Leonard Ziino-FNP- former preceptor