CATHERINE SEEMER
Tuckahoe, NY
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Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse & Family Nurse Practitioner seeking part-time or per diem position(s) such as; Home Infusion RN, Home Hospice RN, Field Case Manger RN. I am looking for flexibility ; Field, Hybrid, or Remote registered nurse positions. With over 10 years of clinical experience in diverse settings, offering excellent patient assessment skills and a dedication to providing holistic, high-quality care.
(Only relevant work experience is listed below).
Skills
Languages spoken-English.
ZOOM/Virtual Platforms, Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint.
Patient-Centered Care
Support Staff Supervision
Attention to Detail
Diagnosis and Treatment
HIPAA Guidelines
Physical Examinations
Judgement and Decision Making
Diagnostic Interventions
Therapeutic Interventions
Diagnostic Tests Ordering
Patient Records Maintenance
Specialist Referrals
Critical Thinking
Work Planning and Prioritization
Treatment Planning
Health Care Evaluation
Patient Education
Standards of Care
Disease Prevention Education
Verbal and Written Communication
Infection Control Procedures
Problem Solving
Preventive Care
Experience
Nurse Practitioner, Aesthetics 09/2021 to Current
Self Employed -Mobile Services Elmsford, NY
Administer Botox, Fillers, & IV Hydration.
Administer oral, IV & intra-muscular medications
Update records with treatment information.
Conduct skin examinations & use appropriate techniques to diagnose & treat skin concerns.
Diagnose skin conditions & implement treatments to resolve concerns or alleviate symptoms.
Provide excellent service to patients/clients when face-to-face, virtual, & through phone conversations.
Maintain updated knowledge through continuing education & advanced training.
Family Nurse Practitioner & FNP Intern 06/2019 to 03/2022
The Office of Dr. George C. Shapiro, Cardiologist White Plains, NY
Health practitioner and educator that supports disease prevention practices and helping people lead healthy lives
Collaborating with patients and families to establish physical, mental, cultural, and environmental factors that facilitate wellness goals
Detecting and evaluating any significant change in the patient's overall health and providing treatment as necessary
Review medications for clinical need, simplification, and possible drug-drug interactions and treat as indicated
Registered Professional Home Infusion Nurse 01/2018 to 08/2020
Northwell Health Great Neck, NY
Provide one-on-one home infusion nursing care visits and patient education in accordance with the plan of treatment: IV, Central venous catheters (CVC) Picc, Port, & Pumps. Maintains constant vigilance over patients care to ensure that safety precautions/ needs are followed. Administered all IV medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness. Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies. Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork. Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests & lab results. Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history. Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows & assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment. Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress & medication side effects. Administered medications & treatments, monitoring patients for reactions & side effects. Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team. Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments. Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records. Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of the care team. Performed wound care as a dual nursing visit.
Clinical Lab Instructor 01/2017 to 01/2019
College of Mount Saint Vincent Riverdale, NY
Undergraduate Nursing Students
Oversee all activities of patient care and ensure optimal level of care in clinical setting and participate in various education programs and ensure compliance to all lesson plans
Prepare all student assignments and ensure compliance to all academic course programs and evaluate performance of all trainees in classroom clinical training
Train and provide feedback to all nursing students to ensure optimal quality of work and provide consultation to various nurses for nursing education programs
Registered Nurse Case Manager 01/2017 to 01/2018
Northwell Health Tarrytown, NY
Plans, directs, and evaluates interdisciplinary care provided to home care patients and families
Develops and evaluates a plan of care from the assessments of direct care staff and in conjunction with physicians and Home Care policies
Functions as an integral part of the Home Care Team by expanding theoretical knowledge base, improving clinical techniques and enhancing interpersonal relations
Registered Professional Nurse 01/2015 to 01/2016
White Plains Hospital White Plains, NY
Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered and applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions
Coordinate's patient care activities, based on established priorities, including teaching, rounding, counseling, and discharge planning, and directs/delegates appropriately to members of the health care team
Education and Training
Family Nurse Practitioner 08/2021
Utica University Utica, NY
Bachelors of Science: Nursing 01/2015
The College of Mount Saint Vincent Riverdale, NY
Masters of Arts: Human Behavior 01/2008
National University La Jolla, CA
Bachelors of Arts: Psychology & Sociology 01/2005
Chapman University Orange, CA
Activities and Honors
American Nurse Association Infusion Nurses Society
New York State Nurses Association Nurses Service Organization
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Certifications
-Active DEA #MS6762694 through 02/29/2024
-Botulinum Toxin Training Certification~ NYC, 1/28/22
-Advanced Botox Cosmetic, Xeomin, Dysport for Aesthetic enhancements Certification ~ NYC, 1/29/2022
-Advanced Lip Filler Techniques Certification~ NYC, 1/30/22
Online Certification modules/certifications:
Effective Communication for Healthcare Teams: Addressing Health Literacy, Limited English Proficiency, and Cultural Differences Complete Modules: Introduction, 1,2,3 Health Literacy for Public Health Professionals National Coalition for LGBT Health: LGBT Health Training & Certificate New York State Opioid Training New York State Prescribing Training Smiles for Life, A National Oral Health Curriculum National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Provider Education for Mental Health Care of Cancer Survivors SOAR for Health Care: A SOAR Human Trafficking Online Module U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Training: A Physician's Practical Guide to Culturally Competent Care NDNQI Pressure Injury Training
Licensure/Registrations
Registered Professional Nurse, New York State, 725288
Family Nurse Practitioner, New York State, 348565