Viva Snowden

APRN-BC

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Tyrone, GA ***90

678-***-****

770-***-**** cell

acvdcy@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: Dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner seeking a clinical position with 25+ years of RN nursing experience in implementing client care, providing direct client care, clinical assessments, client and nurse education, and promoting health and wellness in a variety of settings (primary care clinics, public schools, long term care, hospitals, and psychiatric/mental health settings).

Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong clinical assessment skills

Profound ability to analyze, interpret, and relate medical data

Skilled in the use of computer charting systems

Strong knowledge of hospital policies and regulations

Proficient in quality care and continuity of care

Veterans Evaluation Services 6/2016-current

Assess, plan, direct, and evaluate total nursing care as determined by the patient’s age related physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures of the Atlanta VA Medical Center

Order and interpret diagnostic test

Provide case management by being a patient advocate, resource and contact person for patients

Provide counseling and education information to patients and family, focusing on self-care appropriate to their age and identified learning considerations and needs

Prescriptive privileges

Registered Nurse, Primary Care Atlanta VA Clinic 11/2013-current

Diagnose and manage common and chronic illnesses

Perform physical examinations

Assess, plan, direct, and evaluate total nursing care as determined by the patient’s age related physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures of the Atlanta VA Medical Center

Order and interpret diagnostic test

Provide case management by being a patient advocate, resource and contact person for patients

Provide counseling and education information to patients and family, focusing on self-care appropriate to their age and identified learning considerations and needs

Prescriptive privileges

Assists provider with examination and procedures per request

Demonstrates an ability to remain calm, perform effectively and professionally during peak periods of activity and emergency situations

Performs assessment data collection and documents subjective data (chief complaint and allergies) and objective data (vital signs/weight/etc.). Reviews basic health history information for patients; focusing on environmental and self-care

Participate in training, orientation, competency and educational in-services

Communicate clearly, concisely and accurately, creating a working climate that provides growth and job satisfaction

Serves as a resource person to other staff in the area of ones own clinical expertise

Participate in meetings, conferences, and demonstrates genuine desire to develop strategies for improved clinic operations and a high level of patient care

Maintain economical and efficient nursing care in a clean and safe environment

Acts in a professional manner, reflecting the mission of Veterans Administration and demonstrates compliance with all policy, procedures and federal regulations

Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competence

Demonstrates the ability to consistently perform job duties as outlined in the job description

Act in a professional manner, reflecting the mission of the Atlanta VA Medical Center

Act as Charge Nurse monthly

Participate on the board to help develop SOP’s

Professional Experience:

School Health Care Coordinator 2/2012 – 2013

Atlanta Public School System Atlanta, GA

Provided overall Executive Management and leadership for the provisions of care related to health services department for Atlanta Public School System to include 74 RN’s/LPN’s employed for the APS

Created nursing policies based on provision of care, which resulted in maintain compliance with both federal and state regulatory agencies

Created health care procedures/polices and evaluated effectiveness

Interviewed, hired, and trained nursing staff. Maintained retention of nurses to manage needs of the clients. During my tenure I was able to decrease overtime usage to less than 5%.

Coordinated and supervised nursing and health services for 104 schools

Completed and evaluated performance evaluations for nursing staff.

Improved and managed healthcare expenses for Healthcare Services: Due to budgetary cuts at APS and to the Health Service Department it was determine that the health service department needed to be redesigned.

Analyzed data related to healthcare expenses and noticed that the organization was paying 500,000 annually to contracting services (agency).

Developed and implemented a proposal (2012) that decreased the number of contract nursing staff by 50% thus, decreasing APS expenditure for healthcare contractors by $250,000

Registered Nurse (School Nurse) 2/2000 – 2012 Atlanta Public School System Atlanta, GA

Provided direct health care to students and staff

Provided leadership for the provision of health services

Used the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for students with chronic illnesses

Assisted faculty and staff students with chronic health problems

Served in a leadership role in the development and evaluation of school health policies.

Served as a liaison between school personnel, family, community, and health care providers

Psychiatric Nurse 3/2005 – 2013 Hillside Hospital Atlanta, GA

Provided fast and accurate stabilizing care to individuals in crisis situations

Provided screening and referral for mental health conditions

Complied with the hospital’s safety regulations regarding infection control, hazardous material, and protocols and procedures that protect the patients, staff, and the community

Administered medications, develop, and implement plans of care for clients with mental illnesses

Director of Nursing Services (ADON) 1/1989 – 1999 Fairburn Health Care Center Fairburn, GA

Provided direct care and leadership for the provision of health services for the elderly

Educated clients and family about disease processes and care of clients with various diseases (hypertension, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, COPD, etc.)

Used the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for elderly patients with chronic illnesses

Directed all nursing services for a 120 bed skilled facility

Served in a leadership role in the development and evaluation of nursing home

policies

Served as a liaison between residents, personnel, family, and health care provider

Certification Nurse

2/1999 – 2/2000 Georgia Medical Care Foundation

Certified and assigned ICD 9 Codes for clients needing hospital and extended stay

Certified clients for skilled units and independent waiver

Provided educational in-service trainings for nursing staff

Key Accomplishments:

Helped refine school policies and procedures in the areas of patient care, patient safety, triage, and documentation.

Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks, earning the respect of physicians and coworkers for calm, levelheaded and quick thinking to restore the safety and security of patients and staff.

Completed training in team building, management of assaultive behaviors and psychotropic-medication administration.

Earned a reputation for excellence in service delivery. Supervisor comments: "Viva is an outstanding RN. She has excellent interpersonal skills and readily establishes rapport with diverse patient population…her clinical skills are impressive…Viva would be an asset to any nursing team."

Education:

Boston UMASS, May 2014

Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Program

FNP-BC December 2015

Jacksonville State University, December, 2009

Masters of Nursing Science (MSN), GPA 4.0

Senior Practicum: 240 hours, Psychiatric Hospital. Worked intensively with patients to promote their interest and participation in reality, identify problems and solutions, and enhance their coping skills. Provided a safe and therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients.

Course Highlights: Community Nursing I and II, Healthcare Delivery Models, Professional Nursing Synthesis Theory, Nursing Health Assessment, Advance Pathophysiology, Advance Pharmacology, Psychosocial Statistics, and Nursing Research

University of Phoenix, September 2007 (Honor Graduate)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), GPA: 4.0 (Dean’s List)

Senior Practicum: 150 hours in a variety of health care settings: Worked intensively with patients to promote their interest and participation in self-care and adopting healthy behaviors, identify problems and solutions, and enhance their coping skills. Provided a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients.

Course Highlights: Family and Community Nursing, Healthcare Delivery Models, Professional Nursing Synthesis Theory, Nursing Health Assessment, Clinical and Chemical Therapeutics, Biophysical Pathology, Psychosocial Pathology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Statistics, Nursing Research.

Perimeter College, September 1995: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Savannah Technical College 1987: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Additional Information

Known as a patient advocate and strong team player; believe in empowering patients

by delivering health education and nursing care that enhances wellness and quality of life.

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