ELIZABETH BANKS, FNP-BC, APRN

adejae@r.postjobfree.com • 404-***-**** • 531 Princeton Way, Atlanta, GA 30307 www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-davidson-banks-msn-fnpbc

REGISTERED NURSE

Summary: Compassionate, versatile, and patient-centered FNP-BC and RN dedicated to providing holistic, evidence-based care with focus on improving outcomes and quality of life. Offer 15+ years of advanced practice experience in anticoagulation management services in clinic settings backed by 9-year career as an RN in CCU stepdown unit. Recognized as consummate professional who quickly builds rapport with patients, family members, interdisciplinary teams, and community resources. Basic French language skills. Key strengths:

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS

Emory Healthcare Anticoagulation Management Service, Atlanta, GA 2006 to Present

Family Nurse Practitioner (PRN)

Independently manage panel of approximately 25 patients per day in high-volume, fast-paced anticoagulation clinic with 9 advanced practice providers and 5 clerical assistants. Confer with physicians to modify anticoagulation regimens and maintain therapeutic levels based on changes in patients’ conditions. Provide timely/complete charting, utilizing EMR to ensure continuity of care and regulatory compliance.

• Obtain full medical history and perform comprehensive new patient assessments to develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans for wide-ranging diagnoses including heart valve disease, pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), clotting factor disorders, cardiac arrhythmia, congestive heart failure (CHF), and congenital heart disease.

• Support achievement of optimal results for patients and maximize treatment plan adherence through accurate and thorough assessments, medication management counseling, ongoing analysis of patient data, and diligent follow-up.

• Serve as preceptor for new NPs, leading staff orientation and delivering training on processes and regulations. DeKalb Medical Center Anticoagulation Management Service, Atlanta, GA 2003 to 2013

Family Nurse Practitioner

Interviewed patients to obtain in-depth medical histories and conducted detailed physical exams for up to 15 patients per day. Completed medication review and reconciliation via EMR. Collaborated with other advanced practice providers and physicians to ensure maintenance of therapeutic level of anticoagulation.

• Leveraged evidence-based findings and guidelines to facilitate development of individualized treatment plans for broad range of conditions including clotting disorders (protein C and S deficiencies, antiphospholipid antibody syndrome), DVT, pulmonary embolism, cardiac arrhythmia, CHF, and congenital heart disease.

Emory University Hospital, Atlanta, GA 1996 to 2005

Registered Nurse – Cardiac Telemetry

Assessed, planned, orchestrated, and evaluated patient-focused care for up to 5 individuals per shift on 24-bed CCU stepdown unit for patients diagnosed with cardiac arrhythmias, CHF, cardiomyopathy, and coronary artery disease. Consulted with physicians on administration, continuation, and weaning of patients requiring critical drip medications. Ensured timely completion of clinical documentation to effectively manage care across the continuum.

• Implemented and monitored recovery-focused care for patients following operative procedures including angioplasty, heart catheterizations, and defibrillator and pacemaker placements.

Patient & Family Education • Assessment & Treatment Planning • History & Physical Exam Diagnostic Test Ordering & Interpretation • Staff Training • Quality Improvement Medication Management & Review • Patient Advocacy • EMR/EHR Systems • Cerner

ELIZABETH BANKS, FNP-BC, APRN adejae@r.postjobfree.com • 404-***-**** EDUCATION

MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner, Emory University, Atlanta, GA BSN, Medical College of Georgia School of Nursing, Augusta, GA

Summa Cum Laude, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

BS – Biology, Georgia College, Milledgeville, GA

Summa Cum Laude, Dean’s List, Chandler Memorial and Cathy Alumni Scholarships

PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS & AFFILIATION

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) & Registered Professional Nurse (RN) Licenses – Georgia Board of Nursing (Lic. #RN123620)

Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP-BC) – American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Member – United Advanced Practice Registered Nurses of Georgia (UAPRN of GA)

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