Educational Background

Masters of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (2010)

Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2003)

Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan

Professional Experience

Sharp HospiceCare, San Diego, California 7/2022-present

Nurse Practitioner

Provides therapeutic and wholistic end of life care for a diverse adult population experiencing advanced and progressive illness. Duties include performance of physical examinations consistent with Medicare regulations, the interpretation and evaluation of diagnostic tests, and the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans focusing on palliative and comfort care. Patient and family education pertaining to advanced illness and end of life symptoms and management.

Diagnosis and treatment provided for chronic and episodic disorders afflicting an adult population during end-of-life care.

Establishes and performs timely, accurate, and concise documentation of client care consistent with regulatory guidelines.

Works collaboratively with intradisciplinary team members including nursing, social work, certified home health aides, and supervising physician to ensure optimal patient care.

Skills acquired, developed and utilized include: Management of end of life and palliative medicine related terminal illness and advanced disease states. Applied principles directed toward conserving the quality of life of individuals.

Hillcrest Internal Medicine, San Diego, California 1/2013- 7/2023

Nurse Practitioner

Provides therapeutic and preventative healthcare for a diverse adult population. Including performance of complete physical examinations, the interpretation and evaluation of diagnostic tests, and the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans.

Diagnosis and treats both chronic and episodic disorders afflicting an adult population.

Establishes and performs timely, accurate, and concise documentation of client care.

Skills acquired, developed and utilized include; Management of internal medicine related illness and injuries. Applied principles directed toward conserving the health and longevity of individuals.

Demonstrates competence in providing comprehensive individualized care resulting in reduced morbidity and mortality. Empowers individuals through health promotion and injury prevention.

University of San Diego- Hahn School of Nursing, San Diego, California 09/2013- PRESENGT

Adjunct Clinical Faculty- Nurse Practitioner & Masters Entry Nursing Program

Educated nurse practitioner students towards proficiency and competency of a vast array of hands-on nursing skills.

Included use of multiple educational materials such as lecturing, hands-on demonstrations, and video preparation to suit individual learning needs.

Worked collaboratively with associate professors as well as program director on a daily basis.

Attended monthly progress meetings with multiple clinical faculties from complementary areas of nursing education.

Johns Hopkins University, San Diego, California 11/2010- 12/2012

Family Nurse Practitioner/Program Director- JHU/PBC Employee Health and Wellness Center

Provides complete physical examinations, including the interpretation and evaluation of diagnostic tests. Diagnosis and treats both chronic and episodic disorders afflicting the employees of PepsiCo Beverage Company.

Provides skilled occupational medical treatment and management for injured workers.

Performs specialty exams within the occupational setting such as Department of Motor Vehicle physical exams, advanced ergonomic pre-employment testing, Department of Transportation urine drug screening and breath alcohol testing.

Functions as a patient case manager within the Occupational Health Worker Compensation model. Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care.

Plan, coordinate and align educational seminars focusing on National Campaigns and Healthy Living Promotion.

Skills acquired, developed and utilized include; Management of occupational related illness and injuries. Applied principles directed toward conserving the health and safety of individuals.

Demonstrates competence in providing comprehensive individualized care resulting in reduced morbidity and mortality. Empowers individuals through health promotion and injury prevention.

University of California San Diego, San Diego, California 07/2010- 07/2013

Registered Nurse- Emergency Department

Provides advanced skilled assessments to a widely diverse population within the emergency room setting. Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care.

Skills acquired, developed and utilized include; Implementation of refined triage assessment skills, advanced assessment skills of critical patients and emergency intervention implementation and management. Functioning as a resource to other members of the nursing team. Promoting compliance and support of policies.

Demonstrates competence in providing comprehensive physical assessments, treatment, psychosocial support and health education to patients and families in the Emergency setting. Promotes self-care through patient education.

Saint Joseph Mercy Medical Center, Ann Arbor, Michigan 08/2009- 06/2010

Registered Nurse- Emergency Department/PACU

Provided advanced skilled assessments to a variety of patients within the emergency and operative setting. Delivered post-operative evidenced based interventions, anticipatory guidance, and support to a diverse population of adult and pediatric population.

Skills acquired, developed and utilized include; Application of advanced stroke assessment and management skills, sophisticated emergency intervention implementation, as well as care of the pre and post-operative patient.

Demonstrated competence in providing quality patient care regarding considering age specific, developmental, cultural and spiritual needs through competent clinical practice and application of the nursing process.

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago, IL 07/2008- 08/2009

Emergency Department Registered Nurse

Provided skilled assessments, evidenced based interventions, education, and support to multi-cultural adult and pediatric population at an urban based level I trauma center. Additionally provided behavioral health interventions to psychiatric patients at designated 24 hour crisis psychiatric center.

Skills acquired, developed and utilized include; Enhanced triage assessment skills, implementation of emergency interventions, and direct communication between multi-disciplinary team members at a designated educational institution. Additionally, further evolved individualized nursing interventions.

Demonstrated competence in providing advanced cardiac life support as well as other broad spectrum emergency interventions. Additionally, demonstrated enhanced prioritization and organizational skills.

Emerald Healthcare Services & American Mobile Nurses 03/2005-04/2008

Registered Nurse Traveler

Provided proficient evaluations, acute interventions, education, and support to Hematology/Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant patients, as well as general medical/surgical clients.

Skills acquired, developed and utilized include; Rapid adjustment to multiple healthcare facilities policies and procedures, direct communication between comprehensive team members, enhanced patient advocacy skills.

Demonstrated competence in safe and effective chemotherapy administration, planning and implementing nursing diagnosis and interventions.

12/2007- 04/2008 University Medical Center

Registered Nurse Traveler-Bone Marrow Transplant

08/2007- 12/2007 University of California San Diego-Thornton Hospital 06/2006-12/2006 Registered Nurse Traveler-Bone Marrow Transplant

01/2007- 08/2007 University of California San Francisco

Registered Nurse Traveler-Bone Marrow Transplant

01/2006-05/2006 Scottsdale Memorial Hospital Shea Campus

Registered Nurse Traveler- Medical/Surgical

07/2005- 12/2005 University of Chicago Hospital

Registered Nurse Traveler- Oncology Float Pool, Medical/Surgical

03/2005- 06/2005 Mayo Clinic Hospital

Registered Nurse Traveler- Medical/Surgical

Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, Michigan 08/2003-03/2005

Registered Nurse

Provided skilled acute care for patients on several different medical/surgical units including Cardiology, Orthopedic/Neurological, General Medical, General Surgical, Post-Procedure Unit, and Adult Medical Unit.

Skills acquired, developed, and utilized include; delegation, time-management, and patient education. All skills required a strong emphasis on team work.

Trained and assisted in orienting novice level nurses to the Volume Influx Pool.

Advanced Practice Skills and Abilities

Advanced physical assessment skills throughout all ages

Development of individualized health promotion activities and strategies

Disease detection and management in accordance with evidenced based nationally recognized guidelines

Demonstrated competence in basic procedural interventions including suture placement, shave biopsies, punch biopsies, cryotherapy, intra-articular injections and laser skin tag removal

Select Achievements and Professional Development

Active Member of the California Association of Nurse Practitioners

Provides volunteer Family Nurse Practitioner services to underserved refugees at Alliance Health Care Center

Functioned as a preceptor for MSN student

Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International member- March 2010

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