Professional Summary

Dedicated and patient focused Family Nurse Practitioner candidate 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 candidate

·Suturing, I&D of abscesses, wound care management, and splinting extremities

·EKG interpretation, venipuncture and insertion/removal of IUD’s

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

Certifications

·American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, FNP-C, anticipated 08/2020

·American Heart Association, BLS, both current

·American Academy of Pediatrics, NRP, current

Education

Master of Science in Nursing, 08/2020

Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota

·Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty

·GPA 3.8

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 05/2018

Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, Utah

Associate Degree in Nursing, 05/2006

Rowan Cabarrus Community College, Salisbury, North Carolina

Licensure

·Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, State of North Carolina, 10/2020

·Registered Nurse, State of North Carolina, issued 07/2006, current

Clinical Practicums

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 lifestyle and development issues

oDiagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic illnesses

oPrescribe pharmacological agents and non-pharmacologic therapies

Pediatrics

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

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

oDemonstrate safety in calculating pediatric dosages of medication

Women’s Health

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

oPerform basic physical exam components including breast exam, pelvic exam, pap smear, cervical cultures, Papanicolaou testing and wet mount preparation

oKnowledgeable in diagnostics and management of dysfunctional uterine bleeding, dysmenorrhea, oral contraceptive management, vaginitis, depression, and STDs

Professional Experience

Registered Nurse / Preceptor / Labor & Delivery / Mother Baby Unit

Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center, 07/2017 to present

Huntersville, North Carolina

·Triage to rule out labor, rupture, abruption, decreased fetal movement, UTI’s,etc. IV insertion and phlebotomy while providing quality care to antepartum patients through the implementation of evidence based nursing assessments, nursing diagnosis, interventions, and ongoing evaluation

·Follow ACOG guidelines and protocols to deliver evidence-based treatment plans

·Demonstrate clinical excellence in fetal heart monitoring, administration and titration of medications per evidence-based practice protocols/physician orders, fetal scalp electrode placement, newborn transition, triage, preparation, OR circulator role, and recovery of mothers and newborns post C-section

·Provision of care includes hypertensive emergency medication administration, hemorrhage emergency management, administration of blood products per transfusion protocol, newborn hypoglycemia management, newborn care, and vaccine administration

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

·Provide postpartum care, educate mothers about breast feeding, and promote parent bonding and involvement in infant care

Registered Nurse / Preceptor / Pediatric Hematology / Oncology

Levine Children’s Hospital, 07/2015 to 08/2017

Charlotte, North Carolina

·Provide highly skilled care grounded in evidence-based care guidelines and clinical knowledge to acutely ill oncology patients to include assessment of patient and family knowledge of disease, treatment, and side effects

·Perform verification and administration of IV chemotherapy and management of expected side effects

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

·Highly skilled in PICC lines; administration of blood products and assisting with bedside procedures, i.e. lumbar puncture

·Work closely with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members to deliver quality care and assure optimal patient outcome

Registered Nurse / Preceptor / Pediatric Out-Patient

Cabarrus Pediatric Associates, 07/2010 to 07/2015

Concord, North Carolina

·Provide comprehensive evidence-based nursing care for pediatric patients

·Triage in the clinic and via phone to assess the severity of the patient’s condition, the need for provider intervention, and to facilitate care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach

·Collaborate with the physician to identify, analyze and coordinate internal and external resources to resolve care issues and meet the medical and psychosocial needs of patients

·Recognize and report abnormal laboratory and radiologic test results, change of symptoms, and the need for appropriate follow-up care or referral

·Ensure coordination of patient referrals to the appropriate community services

·Assist physician with examinations and diagnostic/therapeutic procedures

·Counsel and educate patients health issues and health maintenance

·Closely cared for and monitored ongoing patient conditions while modifying treatment plans according to patients needs and condition

Registered Nurse / Preceptor / Labor & Delivery

CMC-Northeast Medical Center/Currently Atrium Health, 08/2008 to 07/2010

Concord, North Carolina

·Same skills and responsibilities as described in the aforementioned L&D/Mother Baby Unit

Registered Nurse / Preceptor / Labor & Delivery

Novant Health Medical Center (Rowan Regional Medical Center), 07/2006 to 07/2008

Salisbury, North Carolina

·Same skills and responsibilities as described in the aforementioned L&D/Mother Baby Unit

Affiliations

·American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Awarded

·Physicians Networks Nurse of The Year, 2011

Interests

·Evidence-based research and quality improvement projects

·I love to clog. I love being outside, whether it’s in the mountains or at the beach. I spend most of my time with my two boys enjoying baseball and dirt bike racing.

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