Nicole Willburn, Physician Assistant-Certified
**** ********** ***** **, ***********, NM 87108
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Professional Objective
Physician Assistant with extensive experience working with underserved
populations. Special interests include women's health/family planning and
preventative, holistic medicine. Clinical acumen and leadership skills
developed in a rigorous community-based program with emphasis in rural
health. Seeking a position to provide innovative, team-based care while
continuing to develop skills and grow within the profession.
Recent Work Experience
January 2011- July 2013, Physician Assistant, Vista Family Health Center,
Santa Rosa, California
Working in a Federally Qualified Health Center practicing full spectrum
family practice, seeing sixteen to twenty-two patients per day and managing
a full patient panel. Facilitating medical visits in a group setting for
patients with diabetes.
January 2011-December 2011, Physician Assistant, Sutter Emergency
Department, Santa Rosa, California
Independently working in a fast track within the emergency department.
Treating urgent, clinic type patients to decrease wait time and improve
flow of main emergency room.
Professional Educational History
June 2008- August 2010 Bachelor of Science, Physician Assistant
Program
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Monthly rotations including Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Psychiatry,
Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Surgery, Women's Health (OB/GYN),
Rural Primary Care, Addiction medicine, Reproductive Health (Sucre,
Bolivia)
August 2002-December 2006 Bachelor Science in Exercise Science
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
With an emphasis on Nutrition and Health education and including two 6
months internships in a public health setting.
Volunteer Experience
2007-2008, Health Volunteer, anta Center for Street Children Infirmary
Sucre, Bolivia (400+ hours over 6 months)
Worked with healthcare staff in health center for street children.
Organized adolescent health education classes, sanitation and hygiene
classes.
2006, Student Internship, Albuquerque Planned Parenthood
Albuquerque, New Mexico (180+ hours over 56 months)
Performed various duties in a clinic including lab work, medical assistant
work, and medical office duties. Observed staff perform surgical and
clinical duties. Promoted and educated individuals on sexual health and
wellness as well as family planning.
2005, Harm Reduction Specialist Volunteer, Health Care for the Homeless
Albuquerque, New Mexico (200+ hours over 5 months)
Designed and performed therapeutic and recreational activities for women
and children living in a women's rehab center. Educated and distributed
health information regarding safe sex and drug practices during street
outreach. Assisted clinicians with lab work, vitals and health education in
a monthly women's health clinic.
Licensure/Registration
New Mexico
California
Drug Enforcement Administration
Certifications
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Basic Life Support
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Languages
Bilingual: Proficient in speaking and reading Spanish
Professional Recognition, Honors, Awards
Pi Alpha National Honor Society
University Honors, Summa Cum Laude
Student Volunteer Award, University of New Mexico
Nicole Willburn, Physician Assistant-Certified