Nurse Practitioner Registered
Resume:
Deborah M. Boateng
Oak Creek, WI 53154
Home: 414-***-**** Cell: 414-***-****
******@*****.***
Objective: To obtain a position as a Family Nurse Practitioner and use evidenced based practice to help improve health outcomes
Licensure: Family Nurse Practitioner; FNP-BC
Licensure: Registered nurse –accomplished, as of February 2013
Certification:
American Nurses Credentialing Center Family Nurse Practitioner Certification,(ANCC,FNP) July 2016- July 2021
American Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 2015- to date
SBRIT Training 2015-date
American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers, expires August 2017
Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry
The Prevent Blindness Wisconsin (PBW) vision screener (Adult and children)
Community Based Residential Facilities (CBRF) and other certifications from Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC)
Education: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI
Bachelor of Science Degree - December 2012
Major: Nursing
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - May 2016
Major: Nursing
Student Clinical Experience: University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee, College of Nursing
Lubsey Medical Clinic Milwaukee, WI
Primary Care September 2015-December 2015
Lakeshore Medical Clinic Milwaukee, WI
Urgent care May 2015-August, 2015
United Healthcare Milwaukee, WI
Optum House Calls February 2015-May 2015
Aurora Mount Sinai, Milwaukee, WI
Obstetric Unit October 2012-December 2012
Columbia St Mary’s Parish Nursing Milwaukee, WI
Chronic Diseases Management Clinic September 2012- October 2012
Aurora St Luke’s Hospital, Milwaukee, WI
Cardiac Unit January 2012-May 2012
Freodtert Hospital Milwaukee, WI
Orthopedic/ Neurological Unit Sept. 2011-October 2011
Medical Surgical Unit October 2011 –December 2011
Siloah Elementary school Milwaukee, WI
Health promotion in school children January 2011- May 2011
Student clinical experience highlights include:
Implemented a quality improvement project to reduce length of stay among heart failure patients
Demonstrated expertise in supporting patients with multiple chronic co-morbidities, including diagnosing, prescribing, treating and educating patients regarding their disease presentation
Annual physical examination and medication review for patients
Educated patients and family members on medications, disease process, procedures and plan of care related to the patient
Applied the nursing process and evidence-base practice to enhance safety and quality care for the patient.
Completed comprehensive head-to- toe and focused assessments and documenting findings
Implemented interventions by using various nursing skills to help improve the health outcomes of patients. Interventions include intravenous (IV) catheter insertion and removal, IV fluid and medication infusion therapy, medication administration and assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADL)
Used therapeutic and professional communication techniques when interacting with patients, families and other healthcare providers.
Suturing, casting, EKG interpretation
Performed pelvic examination with pap smears
Off Site Clinical Experience:
Same day Services
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Operating Room (OR)
Oncology Unit
Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU)
Gastrointestinal Unit (GI)
Employment Experience:
Aurora St Luke’s Medical Center Milwaukee, WI February 2013- present
Cardiac telemetry/pulmonary hypertension unit
Registered Nurse position requires responsibility for:
Oriented new nurses to become proficient in their nursing duties
Supported and supervised nursing staff in the capacity as a charge nurse
Collected comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health and/or situation
Provided routine and complex care using clinical information and nursing skills/technology based on conscious, deliberate
planning. Prioritized care based on the plan of care and patient goals.
Analyzed the assessment data to determine the diagnoses or the issues
Identified expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient; developed a plan that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes
Partnered with the patient, family, significant others and caregivers as appropriate to implement the plan in a safe, realistic and timely manner. Mobilizes other team members to achieve quality patient outcomes. Coordinates resources from a repertoire of healthcare experiences with anticipation of future needs beyond the acute episode
Practiced ethically; respected other individual’s beliefs and values
Employed strategies to promote health and a safe environment; modifies teaching strategy based on patient/family response, readiness to learn and level of comprehension. Assisted the patient/family to incorporate condition-related issues to lifestyle changes.
Integrated and translated research-based knowledge and experience into well-defined actions
Aurora St. Luke’s Medical center Milwaukee, WI July 2012- February 2013
Nursing Assistant position requires responsibility for:
Set up equipment needed for oxygen therapy and monitoring the flow-rate
Glucose checks, and provided pre- and post-operative care
Monitor and record, height, weight, vital signs; blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration
Interacted therapeutically with patients, families and other healthcare providers
Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, hygiene, and grooming in accordance with established care plan
Measured and recorded patient's fluid intake and output
Ensured the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patients’ status
Participated in admissions, transfer and discharge procedures
Practiced delegated nursing skills under the direct supervision of a registered nurse
Documented using EPIC program
Fairview Senior Homes Brookfield, WI January 2010- July 2012
Caregiver/ Nursing assistant position requires responsibility for
Preserved patient dignity and minimize discomfort while carrying out duties such as bedpan changes, emptying drainage bags and bathing
Provided warm-hearted companion; reading, conversing and providing mental stimulation.
Observed and reported relevant physical, psychological, social developments and interactions with fellow patients and staff
Collected urine / stool / sputum specimens as directed.
Medication administration
Assisted residents with cleanliness, grooming and nourishment needs.
Monitored, recorded vital signs and communicated all changes in patient health and progress to head nurse
Good Hope Manor Milwaukee, WI June 2007- January 2010
Nursing assistant professional II position requires responsibility for:
Provided ostomy care and irrigation
Administered tube feedings (after placement verification by licensed nurse)
Performed catheterizations and irrigation of catheter tubing
Performed oral and nasal suctioning
Medication administration and insulin injections
Administered enemas to residents when needed,
Helped residents with behavioral challenges
Sterile dressing changes
Incontinence management
Assisted residents with cleanliness, grooming and nourishment needs
Trained new CNAs on how to care for the residents in the facility and service orientation
Accompanied patients to doctor appointments
Honors and Awards:
Deans Honors List, Spring 2010-2012
Phi Kappa Phi Honors Award
Golden Key Honors Award
2013 Presidential award recipient - Milwaukee Chapter Black Nurses Association
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