Nurse Practitioner Registered

SYBIL C. SIMS, RN, BSN, MSN

Canton, OH *****@***.**.*** 330-***-****

REGISTERED NURSE NURSE PRACTITIONER

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) with a strong background in clinical practice, specializing in pain management and primary care. Proficient in delivering comprehensive patient care and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Skilled in implementing evidence-based treatment plans in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, and geriatric care settings. Recognized for presenting research findings at the Midwest Research Society 29th Annual Research Conference. Knowledgeable in case management for the developmentally disabled community. Possesses outstanding interpersonal, communication, and leadership abilities to establish meaningful patient relationships and foster effective teamwork. Committed to upholding ethical standards, pursuing professional development, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. Proven track record of excelling in dynamic environments while prioritizing compassionate and patient-centered care.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Clinical: Patient Assessment Diagnosis & Treatment Planning Prescribing Medications & Treatments Medication Management Patient Education Pain Procedures Follow-up Care Pain Research Performing Minor Procedures Order & Interpret Diagnostic Tests Chronic Disease Management Acute Care Management Wound Care & Management Immunizations & Vaccinations Pain Management Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Documentation

Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Written & Verbal Communication Empathy & Compassion Active Listening Building Rapport with Patients & Families Collaborative Teamwork Cultural Competence Conflict Resolution Leadership & Delegation Patient Advocacy Time Management

Professional & Ethics: Adherence to Professional Standard & Regulations Ethical Decision Making Confidentiality & Privacy Continuing Education & Development Accountability & Responsibility Maintaining Licensure & Certification

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Using Medical Equipment & Tolls Familiarity with electronic health records (HER/EMR) systems Basic Computer Skills (Microsoft Office) Knowledge of Medical Coding & Billing

WORK EXPERIENCE

NURSE PRACTITIONER 2012 – PRESENT

Pain Management Mercy Medical Center – Canton, OH

●Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients experiencing chronic or acute pain conditions

●Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the healthcare team

●Prescribe and manage medications for pain relief, adhering to strict guidelines

●Educate patients and families on pain conditions, treatment options, and medication management

●Perform or assist with pain management procedures under physician supervision

●Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly

●Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care

●Maintain accurate medical records and documentation

●Participate in pain management research and quality improvement initiatives

●Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and professional standards

NURSE PRACTITIONER 2012 - 2014

Veterans Administration – Canton, OH

●Demonstrated advanced medical knowledge and a compassionate approach to providing care for veterans.

●Provided comprehensive primary care services to assigned patients, including taking histories, performing physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic studies.

●Led a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) consisting of physicians, nurses, and clerical associates to deliver direct care to enrolled veterans.

●Managed a panel of patients at a specific location, with occasional assistance in patient care or administrative duties at other sites.

●Performed clinical examinations, diagnosed and treated acute and chronic diseases, ensuring appropriate documentation in clinical records.

●Coordinated care and refer patients to specialists when necessary.

●Monitored PACT teamlet performance to maintain adherence to VA standards and meet performance measures.

●Exhibited outstanding customer service and led the team in resolving patient concerns and inquiries.

●Exercised medical decision-making and provided diagnostic and therapeutic services.

●Possessed excellent communication skills to collaborate with staff, community partners, and multidisciplinary treatment teams.

●Performed additional duties as assigned, supporting patient care and clinic development projects.

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Nursing

Malone College – Canton, OH

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Kent State University – Kent, OH

MA, Counseling Education

Malone College – Canton, OH

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

State of Ohio Family Nurse Practitioner APRN.CNP.08256

State of Ohio Registered Professional Nurse RN.301833

State of Ohio Certificate to Prescribe

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Northeast Ohio Association of Nurse Practitioners Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society Toastmasters International - Presented speeches on diverse topics.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Community Coordinator for the Malone College Graduate Nursing Program.

Presented educational initiatives on various health-related subjects to elderly community organizations.

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