Nurse Practitioner Care
Resume:
Shawna Calhoun
Shreveport, La 71118
***********@*****.***
May 20, 2016
Dear Sir or Madam:
This letter is in reference to the position of Nurse Practitioner that you have advertised on a recruiting website. I have recently graduated from Grambling’s Family Nurse Practitioner program approximately one year ago. My Registered Nursing experience coupled with the advance education obtained from Grambling’s Nurse Practitioner program matches the qualifications outlined in the job description and responsibilities. My enclosed portfolio reflects my advanced nursing practice, nursing experience, accreditations and licensure. I am an ambitious, competitive, competent entry level practitioner with over 7 years of nursing experience in caring for critical ill patients, patients with acute traumatic orthopedic injuries and post-operative acute care patients. The following highlight my qualifications:
oExperienced in analyzing and interpreting patient’s histories, symptoms, physical findings and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses.
oExperienced in developing treatment planes based on scientific rational, standards of care and professional practice guidelines.
oActively maintain current knowledge of state regulations for nurse practitioner practice including reimbursement of services
After reviewing my portfolio, I hope you will agree that I am the kind of experienced and professional candidate that you are looking for. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Shawna Calhoun-Choyce, APRN, FNP-C
Shawna Calhoun
9730 Baird Rd. Apt 4020 Shreveport, La 71118
Phone 318-***-****
Email: ***********@*****.***
Professional Summary
After obtaining an undergraduate degree from Northwestern State University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing my primary objective became developing into a competent team member able to effectively communicate and collaborate within the interdisciplinary team in order to deliver safe, patient center care. I have spent many years caring for individuals with preventative chronic illness; it was through the relationships built over the years with my patients that I realized in order to guide them to a better state of health I have to advance my education and become more than a team member; become a team leader in healthcare. I was bless with the opportunity to become a team leader. From the moment I enrolled in Grambling State University my passion has been equipping myself with the tool to build relationships that facilitated a desire for patients to take on a collaborative role in their health care. The caring nature that has been developed as a nurse coupled with role as Primary Care Provider has placed me in position to care for and educate others in a way that promotes holistic health. It is my mission and passion in life to care for others in a way they cannot care for themselves.
Education
Grambling State University, Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
May, 2015
Northwestern State University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing May, 2008
Advanced Practice Nursing Experience
University Health Shreveport
Shreveport, La
Department of Orthopedic Trauma October 2015-present
Establish the plan of care for patient suffering from orthopedic traumatic injuries; work closely with other disciplines such as social services and rehabilitation medicine to restore patients to their pre-injury state of health.
Nursing Experience
Staff Nurse
Shreveport, La
LSU Medical Center Outpatient Surgery May 2012- October 2013
Provide procedural education to patients undergoing minor surgery and caretakers prior to surgery and at the time of discharge. Insure that pre-procedural diagnostic studies have been performed. Administer pre-procedural prophylactic medication.
Chronic Outpatient Hemodialysis September 2014- October 2015
May 2010- April 2012
Unit Charge Nurse
Provided nursing care according to clinic policies and procedures, including but not limited to thorough patient assessment, initiation and discontinuation of treatment and assisting non-licensed patient care staff in the care of dialysis patients.
Willis Knighton Health System
Medical Intensive Care June 2008- June 2010
Provided nursing care to critically ill patients experiencing acute exacerbation of chronic illnesses such as diabetes mellitus, congestive heart failure, chronic kidney disease, and COPD.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student Clinical Experience
Adult Primary Care
Caddo Family Medicine Clinic, Shreveport, La
Clinical Preceptor: Dr. Abubakar Ibrahim, MD
Assisted in managing acute and chronic illnesses and multi system diseases.
Assisted in counseling clients regarding potential risk factors, stressors and disease management.
Primary Care South, Shreveport, La
Clinical Preceptor: Erika Pierre, APRN, FNP-BC
Manage non emergent acute illness
Initiate age appropriate preventative health screenings
Monitor patient’s therapeutic response to established treatment plan
Women’s Health
LSU Health Shreveport, Shreveport, La
Clinical Preceptor: Carol Martin, NP
Assisted in managing antenatal, prenatal and postnatal care.
Assisted in managing post-menopausal care.
Assisted in and or initiated care specific to women’s acute care needs.
Pediatric Primary Care
Assisted in managing acute illness.
Provided routine wellness check-ups.
Initiated routine/catch-up childhood vaccinations.
Orthopedic Surgery Clinic
University Health Shreveport, La
Clinical Preceptor: Kristi Williams, APRN, FNP-C
Assisted in managing common orthopedic disease process of the hip, knee, and shoulder
Assisted with/provided surgical consultation
Assist with pre-procedure risk stratification
Licensure
Advanced Practice Nursing License
State of Louisiana, 2015
Registered Nurse License
State of Louisiana, 2008
Volunteer Work
Clergy Appreciation Day Ankle/Brachial Index assessment November, 2013
Measured ankle and brachial systolic pressure to assess risk for peripheral vascular disease.
Operation Stand down Assessment station December, 2013
Provided head to toe assessment as a screening tool of underlying illness
Free Spirit Church Health Fair Blood pressure monitoring station August, 2014
Blood pressure screening to assess risk for/detect undiagnosed hypertension
Research
Knowledge of Stroke Prevention and Risk Factors Among High Risk African American Men and Women April 20, 2015
Awards/Accomplishments
University Health U-SHINE recognition for outstanding patient care November 2015
Recipient of the GSU-MSN program scholarship January 2014/ August 2014
Outpatient Surgery Nurse of the quarter September 2013
Recipient of the NSU minority scholarship April 2007
Professional/Civic/Social Organization
Iota Phi Lambda Business Sorority February 25, 2010
Skills/Abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Skilled in the use of Electronic Medical Record
Master Fistula/Graft cannulator
Hardworking/Self-motivated/Adaptable
Ability to self-teach
Work in fast pace high stress enviroments
OBJECTIVE
To become a part of a health care team that provides the most up to date evidence based treatments, strives to improve accessible quality care, values team work, team building skills and individual skill strengths. Work in an environment that provides internal and external continuous education.
EXPERIENCE
October 2015-present
University Health-Shreveport
Orthopedic Trauma Nurse Practitioner
>Collaborate with the Orthopedic Surgeon and Residents to establish plans of care for patients with traumatic orthopedic needs.
>Care for post-surgical joint replacements and fractures.
>Monitor lab post operatively; order/prescribe therapy to restore abnormal lab
>Monitor wounds for signs and symptoms of infection and maintained hygiene of wounds.
>Prescribe and monitor DVT therapy, pain management and empirical antibiotic therapy.
>Insure rehabilitation services are established at time if discharge, patients are equipped with orthotics and necessary DME, and all follow up appointments have been scheduled and coordinated with transportation.
September 2014- October 2015
September 2011-April 2012
Dialysis Clinic Incorporated
Dialysis Staff Nurse
>Provided nursing care according to clinic policies and procedures, including but not limited to thorough patient assessment, initiation and discontinuation of treatment and assisting non-licensed patient care staff in the care of dialysis patients.
>Direct patient care technicians’ provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to patients in compliance with standards outlined in the facility policy procedure manuals as well as regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
>Assess daily patient care needs, take initiatives and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all patients in a timely manner
May 2012- October 2013
LSU Health- Shreveport
Day Surgery Staff Nurse
>Review medical records for operative permit, dictation of operative site, appropriate signatures and patient expression of understanding.
>Provided education on diagnosis, surgical procedure, surgical site infection prevention and post-operative home care.
>Prepare patients by implementing a patent access, administering pre procedure medication, and pertinent diagnostic test.
June 2008- June 2010
Willis-Knighton Health Systems
Medical ICU Staff Nurse
>Utilize the nursing process to provide safe appropriate care and education to the critically ill patient.
>Work with other disciplines to ensure timely, effective, and accurate care.
>Continue education and update skills to provide the best evidence-based practices in accordance with hospital policy.
EDUCATION
August 2002-May 2008
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, La
Bachelors of Science in Nursing
June 2013- May 2015
Grambling State University
Grambling, La
Masters of Science in Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner
REFERENCES
References are available upon request.
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