Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

TALENA KERR, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC

Orem, Utah ***** 559-***-**** adcqqp@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Dedicated and patient focused Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with proven strengths in acute patient care, staff development and patient advocacy. Displays an exceptional aptitude to deliver positive patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment while simultaneously building productive relationships. Known for exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to manage competing priorities, as well as maintaining accurate and efficient documentation. Skills

• Advanced assessment skills and strong clinical judgment as a Nurse Practitioner

• Wound care management, splinting extremities and EKG interpretation

• Computer proficiencies in MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, and EMR Certifications

• Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, CPNP-PC, issued 02/2019, current

• American Heart Association, BLS, current

Licensure

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, State of Utah, issued 03/2019, current

• Registered Nurse, State of Utah, issued 12/2017, current Clinical Practicums

Adult Health / Alexis Somers, DO

Pediatric Primary Care / Dave Larson, MD

o Comprehensive and focused history and physical examination, including appropriate psychosocial, developmental and cultural elements

o Assess need for appropriate lab tests, order and interpret results under the supervision of preceptor

o Educate and guide patients and families on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits o Manage overall patient care, including acute illness such as upper respiratory infections, sinusitis, pharyngitis, allergies, pneumonia, acute otitis media, dermatitis, cellulitis, as well as development issues

o Recognition of acute and chronic pediatric diseases and the effect of childhood illness on growth and development

o Demonstrate safety in calculating pediatric dosages of medication o Able to function autonomously from preceptor on well care and basic acute care for pediatric patients

o Confident in knowledge of growth and development, anticipatory guidance and the child family interaction while working with parents to address their fears, concerns and treatment options

o Collaborate with medical specialties through appropriate referrals o Assist in coordination of community resources to meet needs of individuals and families Education

Master of Science in Nursing, 12/2018

Maryville University

St. Louis, Missouri

• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Specialty

• GPA 3.6

TALENA KERR, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC

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Master of Nursing in Education, 10/2013

University of Phoenix

Phoenix, Arizona

• GPA 3.8

• Sigma Theta Tau, Delta Sigma Chapter

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 05/1995

George Mason University

Fairfax, Virginia

Associate Degree in Nursing, 06/1991

Weber State University

Ogden, Utah

Professional Experience

Assistant Director of Nursing for Pediatrics

Horizon Home Health, Orem, Utah, 10/2019 to Present

• Provide quality care to complex medical patients through the implementation of evidence based nursing assessment, nursing diagnosis, interventions, and ongoing evaluation

• Collaborate with health professionals and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes

• Highly skilled in the care of ventilator patients with tracheostomies and gastrostomy tubes

• Recognize clinical changes in patient status and implement appropriate interventions with concise communication of assessment and plan of care to physician

• Contribute to quality initiatives to advance standards of care excellence, improve work flow processes and positively impact patient outcomes as

• Nursing administration duties include hiring, new hire orientation, Medicaid recertifications, and nurse in-service training

Registered Nurse

Gage Pediatrics, Hanford, California, 05/2012 to 09/2017

• Provide highly skilled care grounded in evidence based care guidelines and clinical knowledge to acutely ill pediatric inpatients

• Work closely with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members to deliver quality care and ensure optimal patient outcomes

• Skillfully respond in urgent situations with appropriate and timely nursing interventions to ensure patient safety and optimal patient outcomes

• Educate patients/families about medications, disease condition and health maintenance Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse / Step Down Unit

George Washington University Hospital, Washington DC, 10/1992 to 07/1996

• Safely and compassionately acutely and critically ill patients receiving multiple complex medications, including titrated IV drips on telemetry

• Perform and interpret diagnostic tests while communicating health status changes to physician

• Demonstrate critical thinking with the ability to remain calm and act swiftly in emergent situations

• Fulfill duties of charge nurse, mentor, preceptor and clinical resource to staff

• Educate patients and their families on disease process and prevention, identify potential health and safety hazards, and discuss appropriate lifestyle and health assistance modifications while preparing the patient for discharge

TALENA KERR, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC

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Registered Nurse / Cardiovascular-Telemetry Unit

LDS Hospital, SLC, Utah, 12/1990 to 08/1992

• Provide evidence based care to patients and families with sensitivity and respect to their expectations, age, cultural, and individual needs

• Highly skilled telemetry monitoring and the administration and titration of cardiac infusions as per evidence-based practice protocols/physician orders

• Maintain a collaborative relationship and open communication between physicians, team members, senior administration, and other departments Licensed Practical Nurse / Medical Surgical Unit

Lakeview Hospital, Bountiful, Utah, 03/1989 to 12/1990

• Promote improvement of the health and wellbeing of acutely ill patients through excellence in patient care, teaching and evidence based practice

• Provide therapeutic listening and emotional support to patients while providing compassionate care

Affiliations

• National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, NAPNAP

• American Nurses Association, ANA

Interests

• Research and evidence based quality improvement projects

• I am an advanced classical pianist, I enjoy historical fiction novels, I love to work out at the gym, especially the 5:30 am studio class. I enjoy long walks with our golden retriever up in the canyon. I love dates with my husband, which always include getting a Slurpee. And of course, long vacations to the beach with my family.

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