Nurse Practitioner Registered

Professional Summary

Dedicated and patient-focused Family Nurse Practitioner with proven strengths in leadership, acute-chronic patient care, staff development, and patient advocacy. Known for exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to manage competing priorities, and maintain accurate and efficient documentation through 5 years of emergency nursing experience. Displays an exceptional aptitude to deliver positive patient outcomes in a flexible environment while simultaneously building productive relationships.

Skills

Charge nurse and prior Chair of Relationship-Based Care Committee

Advanced assessment skills and strong clinical judgment as a Nurse Practitioner

Venipuncture, wound care management, and EKG interpretation

Computer proficiencies in MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, EPIC, and EMR

Certifications

American Nurses Credentialing Center, FNP-BC, issued 06/2020, current

American Heart Association, BLS, PALS, and ACLS, all current

Emergency Nurses Association, TNCC, current

Education

Master of Science in Nursing, 04/2020

Chamberlain University, downers Grove, Illinois

Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty

GPA 3.86

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 05/2015

Alvernia University, Reading,

GPA 4.0

Licensure

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner, State of Pennsylvania, issued 07/2020, current

Registered Nurse, State of Pennsylvania, issued 06/2015, current

Affiliations

American Nurses Association, ANA

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Upsilon Zeta Chapter

Emergency Nursing Association, ENA

Clinical Practicums

Pediatrics

oConduct comprehensive wellness exams, developmental screenings, acute care and follow-up visits for patients from birth to 18 years of age

oConduct sports physicals and educate patients and parents on concussion care

oConfident 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

oRecognition and management of acute and chronic pediatric diseases and the effect of childhood illness on growth and development

oDemonstrate safety in calculating pediatric dosages of medication

Family Medicine

oComprehensive and focused history and physical examination, including appropriate psychosocial, developmental, depression/anxiety screenings, and cultural elements

oEducate and guide patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits

oManage overall patient care, including acute illness such as upper respiratory infections, sinusitis, pharyngitis, allergies, pneumonia, acute otitis media, back pain, dermatitis, cellulitis, and various chronic ailments such as diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and thyroid disorders as well as changes in

oWomen’s Health

oSecure complete health histories including gynecologic, reproductive, contraceptive, medical, surgical, sexual, family health, and psychosocial systems

oAdept at performing basic physical exam components including breast exam, pelvic exam, pap smear, and cervical cultures

oAble to function autonomously from preceptor on routine care for GYN patients

oKnowledgeable in diagnostics and management of STDs

Urgent Care

oFollow guidelines and protocols to deliver evidenced based treatment plans

oObtain medical history, perform both comprehensive and focused medical exams, diagnose, and treat medical conditions

oPerform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to include suturing and I&D of abscesses in collaboration with supervising physician

oCollaborate with medical specialties through appropriate referrals

Professional Experience

Registered Nurse / Emergency Observation / Emergency Department

Tower Health system-Reading Hospital, Reading, Pennsylvania, 07/2015 to Present

Provide quality care to critically ill 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

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

Contribute to quality improvement initiatives to advance standards of care excellence, improve workflow processes and positively impact patient outcomes

Fulfilled duties as Relationship Based chair to enhance care of patients and improve staff resilience

Serve as preceptor, charge nurse, mentor, and clinical resource to nursing staff

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

Interests

Quality improvement projects

I enjoy exercising, watching soccer, home renovation, and spending time with family

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