Nurse Practitioner Patient Care

Judith Louis, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, FEP

**** ******* **** **** ********** FL; 33463. 561-***-**** *************@*****.***

Summary of Qualification

Experienced and double board-certified Family and Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of dedicated service in direct patient care. Proficient in delivering holistic medical care, integrating evidence-based practices with personal insight to provide comprehensive treatment. Exceptional interpersonal skills foster strong connections with patients and families. Skilled in facilitating open communication among healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Proficient in performing comprehensive assessments and developing effective therapeutic interventions.

EDUCATION

Florida State University: Tallahassee, FL

Major in Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner, 2022-2024

Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ.

Doctor of Nursing Practice, 2020 to 2022

Florida International University, Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing, and Health Sciences

Accelerated Combined BSN/MSN Program for Foreign-Educated Physicians (FEP), Class of 2017

State University of Haiti, School of Medicine, and Pharmacy

Doctor of Medicine, Class of 2004

Pharmacist, Class of 1998

LICENSURE

ARNP, ANCC board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, ARNP:9428404

Florida State Pharmacist Intern: PSI 23406

Medical Doctor License, Port-au-Prince, Haiti, 09/2004

CERTIFICATIONS

CPR, BLS, ACLS, ANCC

ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICA

Red Bridge Family Practice & Psychiatry, August 2022-December 2023

Conducted comprehensive histories and intakes, made tentative assessments, and proposed appropriate diagnoses and therapeutic plans under preceptor supervision. Distinguished between normal and abnormal findings based on psychiatric examinations, history, and laboratory results.

Developed working diagnoses, differential diagnoses, and problem lists, along with preliminary treatment plans. Identified and explained significant pathophysiology related to patients' clinical presentations. Collaborated with preceptors to develop and implement effective plans of care.

JP Family Practice Center PA, Boynton Beach, FL. Nurse Practitioner Student, January 2017-April 2017.

Provide age-appropriate primary health and preventative care to children of diverse, underserved, urban, and immigrant populations. Primary care provided focuses on growth and development, acute/chronic illnesses, and preventative care for infants, toddlers, school-aged children, adolescents, and teenagers.

Women’s Pavillon, Palm Beaches Inc. GREENACRES FL. Nurse Practitioner Student, January 2017-April 2017.

Provide comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology care services, infertility, and reproductive endocrinology. Evaluation & initial treatment, family planning and urogynecologist services to ethnic and linguistic minorities and diverse communities within the greater Miami, FL area.

Family Health Care Services, Inc, Delray, FL. Nurse Practitioner Student, May 2017-September 2017.

Provided urgent, preventative and continuity of care to a diverse adult and geriatric patient population consisting mostly of ethnic and linguistic minorities.

American Care Medical Center, Miami, FL. Nurse Practitioner Student, May 2017-September 2017.

Utilizing the family practice model, provided urgent and preventative "medical care” for the whole family. “Addressed individual health care needs in the context of a family's health and environmental circumstances, establishing the first ongoing link between a diverse patient population and the health care system.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Florida Community Health Center. Family Nurse practitioner, November 2021-to current

Family practice clinic providing primary care to patients across the life span: Take patient histories and perform assessments. Order and review diagnostic tests. Make diagnoses, prescribe treatment regimens, and monitor efficacy of treatment. Provide health education and preventative services.

Southeastern College of Nursing, West Palm Beach, Instructor: 2023 to current

Teaching Responsibilities: Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing: Instructed registered nurse students in advanced concepts and practices related to medical-surgical nursing. Covered topics such as complex disease processes, critical care management, and advanced nursing interventions.

Pharmacology: Provided comprehensive instruction on pharmacological principles, drug classifications, and medication management. Emphasized safe prescribing practices, medication administration techniques, and adverse drug reactions.

Mental Health Nursing: Taught the fundamentals of mental health nursing, including psychiatric assessment, therapeutic communication, and psychopharmacology. Facilitated discussions on evidence-based interventions for various mental health disorders.

Curriculum Development: Contributed to the development and refinement of the curriculum for registered nurse students. Ensured alignment with current standards of nursing education and professional practice.

Clinical Supervision: Provided guidance and supervision to students during clinical rotations in medical-surgical units, psychiatric facilities, and other healthcare settings. Offered support in applying theoretical knowledge to real-world patient care scenarios.

Student Mentorship: Mentored and supported registered nurse students in their academic journey, offering guidance on study strategies, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. Assessment and Evaluation: Designed and administered assessments to evaluate students' comprehension and mastery of course material. Provided constructive feedback to facilitate learning and growth.

Telehealth: Complex Care Solution, New York State: Family Nurse Practitioner Independent Contractor: 2019- to current.

Remote Care Management: Provided telehealth services to patients with complex medical needs, including chronic illnesses, multiple comorbidities, and advanced care requirements. Conducted thorough assessments of patients' health status, including medical history review, symptom evaluation, and medication reconciliation. Utilized telehealth technologies to gather necessary data and information remotely. Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients. Coordinated with primary care physicians, specialists, and community resources to ensure continuity of care and holistic support. Implemented remote monitoring solutions to track patients' vital signs, medication adherence, and disease progression. Utilized telehealth platforms and wearable devices to collect real-time data and provide timely interventions. Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of patient encounters, assessments, interventions, and outcomes using electronic health record systems. Generated reports and communicated findings to relevant stakeholders as needed.

AMERICAN CARE, RIVIERA BEACH, Florida. Family Nurse Practitioner, January 2018- to 2021

Providing and rendering care to age-specific populations. complete patient care assessment, evaluation, and medication review. Provide education to patients, families and support staff as it relates to the patient condition, diagnosis and treatment. Performing patient examinations/medical histories, examine patient records/reports and review test results upon diagnosing the medical condition of patients ; Treating and prescribing proper medications based on the laboratory test findings

Select Specialty Hospital, Registered Nurse, Mars 2019 to 2023

Provided care to critical illness, age-specific populations and considered the following as appropriate: completed patient care assessment, evaluation, and medication review, including baseline vital signs within 4 hours of assigned patients’ admission. Initiated patient care plan within 24 hours of admission, established nursing diagnosis, intervention, and measurable outcomes in collaboration with physician, patient, family, and staff. Coordinated reporting activities among shifts to enhance continuity of patient care. Ensured administration and documentation of medications according to hospital policy. Acted as a liaison between the multi-disciplinary team members in completing the treatment plan. Planned, implemented, and/or delegated appropriate patient teaching and discharge planning, while continuously evaluating the documentation of patient’s progress.

Raulerson Hospital, Okeechobee, Florida. Registered Nurse, January 2016- to 2019

Provided care to age-specific populations and considered the following as appropriate: completed patient care assessment, evaluation, and medication review, including baseline vital signs within 4 hours of assigned patients’ admission. Initiated patient care plan within 24 hours of admission, established nursing diagnosis, intervention, and measurable outcomes in collaboration with physician, patient, family, and staff. Coordinated reporting activities among shifts to enhance continuity of patient care. Ensured administration and documentation of medications according to hospital policy. Acted as a liaison between the multi-disciplinary team members in completing the treatment plan. Planned, implemented, and/or delegated appropriate patient teaching and discharge planning, while continuously evaluating the documentation of patient’s progress.

Heartland -ManorCare, Boynton Beach, Florida. Registered Nurse Supervisor, April 2016-to Mars 2018.

Provider comprehensive care to Elder patients, responsible for supervising nursing personnel to deliver nursing care and within scope of practice coordinates care delivery, which will ensure that patient's needs are met in accordance with professional standards of practice through physician orders, center policies and procedures, and federal, state and local guidelines. Acted as a liaison between the multi-disciplinary team members in completing the treatment plan. Planned, implemented, and/or delegated appropriate patient teaching and discharge planning, while continuously evaluating the documentation of patient’s progress.

St. Therese Hospital in Hinche, Haiti. Internal Medicine, January 2009-January 2010.

Handled the diagnosis, treatment and referral of patients to our family practice and mobile clinics. Also treated HIV/AIDS patients and those participating in ARV treatment modalities. Participated in educating local residents about reproductive health, the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV/AIDS, and public health via the local radio.

State University Hospital of Haïti, Port-au-Prince, Haïti. Resident, General Medicine, February 2006-February 2009.

Provided technical assistance to the medical director in the management and strategic planning of the hospital’s internal medicine service. Provided and rendered care to age-specific populations. completed patient care assessment, evaluation, and medication review. Provided education to patients, families, and support staff as it relates to the patient condition, diagnosis and treatment. Performed patient examinations/medical histories, examined patient records/reports and reviewed test results upon diagnosing the medical condition of patients ; Treated and prescribed proper medications based on the laboratory test findings

CVS – Pharmacy: 05/2010 to 05/2016

Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, providing medication and other health care products to patients and consumers. Data Entry prescription in the RX-Connect System Accurately and efficiently preparing prescription orders. Verifying prescription information and dosage.

Walgreens- Pharmacy: 06/2009 to 04/2010

Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, providing medication and other health care products to patients and consumers. Data Entry prescription in the RX-Connect system.

Accurately and efficiently prepare prescription orders. Verifying prescription information and dosage.

SPECIALIZED TRAINING

June 2008 Medecins Du Monde. Specialized training in the multi-disciplinary approach to treat and manage victims of violence

January 2008 International Training & Education Center on HIV. Specialized training in the

Comprehensive treatment and management of patients with HIV/AIDS

July 2003 The Ministry of Public Health and Population, Family Health

Training program on the comprehensive clinical care of infant diseases and conditions

SPECIAL HONOR AND AWARDS

Sigma Theta Tau International, Honor Society in Nursing

Florida International University Pi Alpha Chapter April 2016

Academic Scholarships Peacock Foundation February 2015

Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship October 2015

Academic Experience

Preceptorship

Florida International University, Miami, FL, 01/19 to present.

Assists and mentors Florida International University Nurse Practitioner students in providing excellent age appropriate care for a diverse population in primary care settings. Enthusiastically involves students in learning.

SPECIAL SKILLS

French-fluent, Haitian Creole-fluent, Spanish-conversant

Microsoft applications, EMR (Epic), Meditect, Point of Care, Iphes, Athena

REFERENCES

Furnished upon request.

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