Family Nurse Practitioner

Emily Combs

Midland, Texas ***** 806-***-****

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Family Nurse Practitioner Professional Profile

Motivated, skilled, and compassionate nursing professional backed by 525 hours of MSN training, 13+ years of ER nursing experience and a firm commitment to the delivery of evidence-based care for adult and pediatric patients with varied medical needs. Results focused healthcare provider adept at integrating advanced clinical knowledge and skills to coordinate and deliver holistic care both independently and in collaboration with multidisciplinary clinicians to optimize patient outcomes. Seeking to leverage educational training, credentials, clinical and professional experiences to serve in a challenging, rewarding Nurse Practitioner role. Areas of Training and Experience Include:

Acute, Critical & Primary Care

Health & Wellness Promotion

Charge Nursing & Unit Leadership

Patient Safety, Education & Advocacy

Comprehensive Health Assessments

Electronic Medical Records Platforms

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner Concentration, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, TX (2020)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Eastern New Mexico University, Portales, NM (2016)

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Clovis Community College, Clovis, NM (2007)

American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Certified Family Nurse Practitioner No. F06202676, (Current)

Texas State Board of Nursing, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – Certified Nurse Practitioner No. 1004514 (Current)

National Provider Identifier No. 123******* (Current)

DEA License – MC6021923 (Current)

Texas State Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse License No. 821580, (Current)

Emergency Nurses Association, Trauma Nurse Core Course Certification, (Current)

American Heart Association, ACLS, BLS, and PALS Certifications, (Current)

CLINICAL ROTATION EXPERIENCES

Under the supervision of nurse practitioners and physicians acquired advanced clinical knowledge and skills in evaluating, diagnosing, recommending, and managing care for patients across the lifespan with acute and chronic medical conditions. Actively participated in all aspects of care including history and physical examinations, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic studies, and development of treatment plans utilizing pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic interventions. Demonstrated the ability to performance in-office procedures including but not limited to splinting, suturing/stapling, foreign body removal, I&D of abscesses, excision and removal of skin lesions and warts, women’s GYN exams including care for the pregnant patient. Completed 525 hours of hands on training including 182 hours of service to rural and underserved populations with the following organizations:

RURAL & UNDERSERVED CARE Andrews Health Department, Andrews, TX 2019 – 2020

FAMILY PRACTICE Courtyard Family Practice, Midland, TX 2019 – 2020

FAMILY PRACTICE & URGENT CARE First Physicians: Wendover Family Medicine, Odessa, TX 2019 – 2020

WOMEN'S HEALTH Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Odessa, TX Fall 2019

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PRN NURSE PRACTITIONER: EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT 2020—present

Signature Care Emergency Center, Midland, TX—08/2020 to Present

Present 9-room emergency center caring for all populations ages 6 months to geriatric for relief during time of COVID. Evaluate complete history and physical exam with diagnosis through symptom evaluation, assessment, and diagnostics and treatment as necessary utilizing prescriptive authority in collaboration with delegating physician. Procedures include but not limited to incision and drainage of abscesses, laceration repair with sutures/staples, x-ray image reading, ECG interpretation, splinting for orthopedic issues including acute fractures, and a large range of illness assessment. Averaging 12-40 patients per day.

PRN REGISTERED NURSE: EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT 2016 – Present

Signature Care Emergency Center, Midland, TX – 07/2020 to Present

Medical Center Hospital, Odessa, TX – 07/2017 to 07/2020

Covenant Hospital Levelland, Levelland, TX – 07/2016 to 06/2017

In collaboration with a team of multidisciplinary RNs, physicians, and allied health professionals, contribute to the delivery of evidence-based, patient-centered care for children and adults with a broad range of acute and non-acute medical needs in fast paced, high pressure healthcare settings. Evaluate and triage patients; prioritize care based on chief complaints, assessment findings, diagnostic results, acuity, stability, and available resources. Perform skilled bedside procedures including but not limited to IV insertion, wound care and dressing changes, medication administration, and monitoring of vital statistics. Counsel patients during hospitalization and at the time of discharge on health diagnoses and plans of care to increase compliance and reduce the risk of facility readmission. Accurately record all patient interactions and care provided to the corresponding EMR to ensure effective care across the continuum. Assume Charge Nurse duties, as assigned, including census evaluation, delegation of staffing assignments, assisting other RNs in managing complex cases, resolving care concerns/complaints, and sustaining a safe environment committed to top quality care.

FULL TIME REGISTERED NURSE: EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT 2007 – 2016

Plains Regional Medical Center, Clovis, NM – 05/2007 to 01/2013 & 06/2015 to 06/2016

University Medical Center, Lubbock, TX – 01/2012 to 12/2013 & 02/2015 to 05/2015

Fort Walton Beach Medical Center, Fort Walton Beach, FL – 01/2014 to 04/2014

Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized, recovery focused care for patients across the lifespan presenting to emergency room settings (20-65 beds inclusive of Level I Trauma and Burn Centers) with a broad range of medical needs and acuity levels; skilled in providing care for Level I Trauma, Burn and Stroke patients. Leveraged assessment findings and diagnostic results to confer with multidisciplinary physicians to generate therapeutic care plans aimed at maximizing full recovery potential. Interpret and administer orders for pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic interventions. Performed skilled bedside procedures including splinting, interpretation of abnormal EKGs, NIHSS stroke assessments, evaluation of acute eye injuries, and neurovascular assessments. Maintained meticulous attention to detail in observing responses to care; initiated stabilizing, corrective actions, if needed, to maintain patient safety until higher care was provided or patient was transferred to a higher acuity unit. Educated patients on newly diagnosed conditions and plans of care to increase treatment compliance and improve health outcomes. Charted all assessments, treatments, and responses to care to the EMR.

FIELD REGISTERED NURSE: HOME HEALTH 2014 – 2015

Calvert Home Health, Lubbock, TX – 04/2014 to 02/2015

Independently conducted health assessments for 6-8 patients per day to identify medical needs and plan therapeutic and preventative care measures allowing individuals to safely remain in the comfort of their homes; experienced in caring for individuals requiring peritoneal dialysis, post-cardiac catheterization care including post-CABG, diabetic foot care, and CHF patients. Performed skilled nursing procedures including wound vac assessments, wound care, and dressing changes. Liaised between patients and their PCPs to articulate any changes in patient conditioning warranting further medical investigation and treatment modifications to improve outcomes. Imparted education, resources, and support to patients and families on diagnosed conditions, plans of care, and healthy behaviors to encourage informed healthcare choices and optimal health outcomes. Documented all patient interactions to the corresponding medical record to comply with rigorous standards for professional practice.

Additional experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse – Pediatrics with Plains Regional Medical Center

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Advanced Practice Nurses of the Permian Basin

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

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