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Halima Pickett FNP-BC, MSEd.

Objective

Certified Family Nurse Practitioner seeking to provide superlative service in a healthcare or teaching setting.

Profile

oExtensive knowledge of medical aliments affecting an individual & the family unit.

oSelf-motivated with strong affinity to organization; and superb communication abilities

oDemonstrated aptitude for developing and applying new skills

oAbility to effectively manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously in a timely manner while providing quality care.

oExcellent team work skills and leadership qualities

Education

May 2012

Case Western Reserve University

Cleveland, OH

Masters of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner

December 2008

Case Western Reserve University

Cleveland, OH

Certificate of Professional Nursing

May 2006

Long Island University

Brooklyn, NY

Masters of Science in Education: Concentration in Teaching Literacy

December 2001

CUNY: Hunter College

New York, NY

Bachelors of Arts: Double Major Psychology and English

Job Experience

01/2015-02/2016

Redmond Physician Practice

Cedartown, GA

Family Nurse Practitioner

Average 15-30 patients seen each day in walk-in clinic of all ages.

Autonomously working to provide accurate, quality patient-centered care.

Efficiently managing high patient volume of varying degrees of acuity.

Patient conditions include (but not limited to): Minor colds, sprains. Laceration or wound care. STI dx/management; Acute/Chronic Bronchitis, Corneal Abrasions, Allergic/Bacterial/Viral/Adenoviral Conjunctivitis, Streptococcal Pharyngitis, Mononucleosis, URI and UTI.

Primary care promotion and monitoring

Injury exams (i.e. minor wounds, laceration repair, strains, and sprains)

Skin condition exams (i.e. Acne, Dermatitis, Tinea, etc)

Wellness and physical exams (i.e. DOT physical, Sports physicals, etc).

Electronic Documentation

08/2014-12/2014 CVS Minute Clinic Frederick, MD

Family Nurse Practitioner

Average 20-40 patient seen each day; ages 18 months to older adult.

Autonomously working to provide accurate, quality patient-centered care.

Efficiently managing high patient volume.

Patient conditions include (but not limited to): Acute Rhinosinusitis; Allergic Rhinitis, Acute/Chronic Bronchitis, Corneal Abrasions, Allergic/Bacterial/Viral/Adenoviral Conjunctivitis, Streptococcal Pharyngitis, Mononucleosis, URI and UTI.

Chronic health condition monitoring (i.e. Diabetes monitoring, Hypertension evaluation, Smoking Cessation counseling and monitoring, Weight loss monitoring and coaching).

Minor injury exams (i.e. minor wounds, strains, and sprains)

Skin condition exams (i.e. Acne, Dermatitis, Tinea, etc)

Wellness and physical exams (i.e. DOT physical, Sports physicals, etc).

Qualified Delegate and Preceptor (i.e. training new colleagues, providing training about new equipment, guidelines, and procedures; as well as providing guidance to Bachelor and Master level nursing students obtaining clinical experience)

Electronic Documentation

01/2013-08/2014 Minute Clinic Diagnostics LLC Washington, DC

Family Nurse Practitioner

Average 20-40 patient seen each day; ages 18 months to older adult.

Autonomously working to provide accurate, quality patient-centered care.

Efficiently managing high patient volume.

Patient conditions include (but not limited to): Acute Rhinosinusitis; Allergic Rhinitis, Acute/Chronic Bronchitis, Corneal Abrasions, Allergic/Bacterial/Viral/Adenoviral Conjunctivitis, Streptococcal Pharyngitis, Mononucleosis, URI and UTI.

Chronic health condition monitoring (i.e. Diabetes monitoring, Hypertension evaluation, Smoking Cessation counseling and monitoring, Weight loss monitoring and coaching).

Minor injury exams (i.e. minor wounds, strains, and sprains)

Skin condition exams (i.e. Acne, Dermatitis, Tinea, etc)

Wellness and physical exams (i.e. DOT physical, Sports physicals, etc).

Qualified Delegate and Preceptor (i.e. training new colleagues, providing training about new equipment, guidelines, and procedures; as well as providing guidance to Bachelor and Master level nursing students obtaining clinical experience)

Electronic Documentation

11/2012-12/2013

Mazique Pediatrics

Greenbelt, MD

Family Nurse Practitioner

Average 15-30 patients seen each day; Ages birth to 21 years of age

Electronic Health Records Documentation

Well Visits with focus on the family unit (i.e. lactation counseling, developmental tracking, diagnostic testing evaluation/management, referrals, and follow-up care)

Chronic Condition Management including but not limited to: ADD/ADHD management, Juvenile Diabetes, obesity monitoring/management, hypertension evaluation/management, hyperlipidemia evaluation/management

Sick Visit conditions including but not limited to: Abdominal complaints, wound care, URI, Asthma, Streptococcal pharyngitis, Pityriasis rosea, Scabies, Hand foot & mouth, Head Injuries, application of staples/ minor sutures, and varied skin conditions.

Management of staff, inventory, and clinical operations during day.

10/2012-01/2013

Howard University Hospital

Washington, DC

Pediatric Emergency RN Contract temp

Provided critical/urgent care to infants through 17 years of age in high volume teaching emergency department.

Maintenance and building of a safe practice model developed within department

Management of staff scheduling as well as nursing education provided to new graduates and new staff

Ordering of supplies with attention paid to department budget/needs

05/2010-10/2012

Providence Hospital

Washington, DC

Emergency Department RN

Acute Care provided to low-socioeconomic patients of various ages; primarily geriatric centered care; within a high volume fast-paced urban emergency department.

Nursing duties included but not limited to: safe quality critical care; implementation of NIH stroke protocol; Cardiac management; ICU care with maintenance of ventilators, and safe administration of medication via all routes; ability to efficiently communicate/document with all members of the healthcare team as well as patient family members; and adaptability to a constant changing environment/patient needs, etc.

Mentoring/precepting new graduates and student nurses within the emergency department with patience and effective constructive guidance.

01/2009-12/2009

NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases

New York, NY

Neurology RN

Acute Neurological nursing care given to patient who have suffered various types of traumatic brain injuries.

Nursing duties consisted of: frequent neurological assessments, orthopedic assessments; patient advocacy; tracheotomy care/management; PEG tube management/care; aspiration, fall, and other safety precautions implemented; daily detailed and concise communication with all healthcare members for individual patients; and preparation of patients for occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapies; etc.

Other duties included but not limited to creating nursing assignments, mentoring new employees; and heading up safety committee.

10/2002-08/2007

NYC Department of Education

Brooklyn, NY

Public High School English Language Arts Teacher

Taught English Literature, Writing, and Literacy skills to high-need, low income students of varying learning levels by creating an English curriculum guide for 200+ high school students

Lessons centered in the following learning areas: NYC English Language Arts Examination remedial course, Literacy Achievement Intervention Program, Novel Unit, and other Language Arts courses.

Clinical Practice Experience

Fall 2011

Pediatrics Private Practice; Mazique Pediatrics (Dr. Ingrid Mazique)

Greenbelt, MD

Pediatric Primary Care Practicum

Average 10-15 patient seen each visit; Ages 0-21 years old

Completed 240 Nurse Practitioner Practice Hours

Special attention noted to developmental needs, appropriate vaccinations, parent education, and referrals for further evaluation of pertinent health/development needs for promotion of optimal health of all patients.

Summer 2011

Womens Health Private Practice; (Dr. Gwendolyn Dunmore)

Hyattsville, MD

Women’s Health Primary Care Practicum; Average of 8-15 patients being seen at each visit.

Completed 120 hours of Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Hours

Performed vaginal examines independently, obtained cultures and other lab when appropriate, diagnosed a myriad of gynecological conditions/concerns; provided family planning education.

Provided care of antenatal and postnatal women and their families in a sensitive manner to promote health for both the mothers and fetuses.

Spring 2011

Adult Health Urgent Care; Providence Hospital Emergency Department (Dr. Tony Lawrence)

Washington, DC

Adult/Geriatric Primary Care Practicum

Completed 240 Nurse Practitioner Hours; Average 20 patients being seen at each visit.

Synthesized a complete working HPI for individual adult/geriatric patients; conducted accurate/focused patient assessments; ordered/analyzed laboratory tests/ radiographic testing when necessary; and provided appropriate ordering of medications with special attention to low socioeconomic patient population within a high volume fast-paced urgent care setting within DC.

Certifications

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse District of Columbia

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Maryland

Registered Nurse New York State

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

DEA Licensure

Washington DC CDS Certificate

Maryland CDS Certificate

Professional Membership

American Nurses Credentialing Center

American Nurses Association

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