LeeAnna Allyson Beech PA-C, RDN

*** * ***** ******, *******, TN

757-***-**** adhnnj@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly motivated and professional Physician Assistant seeking a long-term career in a challenging, fast-paced, and innovative environment. Looking to be a part of a supportive and dynamic team who appreciates life-long learning and growth. Desire to use procedural skills and nutrition background to bring holistic, quality care and satisfaction to patients/clients.

Surgical First Assist Skills

Skilled in Laser Procedures

Independent Minor Procedures

Skin Biopsies, Skin Injections and Suturing

Recell System

Complex Wound Care

Central, Arterial, and Peripheral Line Placement

CRRT and Ventilator Management

Emergency Medical Services

Interpretation of Laboratory and Pathology

Medical Nutrition Therapy and Education

Burn Makeup and Education

EMR and Social Media

Patient/Client Focused

Strong Desire for Patient Satisfaction

Safety and Quality

Holistic Patient Care

Compassionate and Conscientious Provider

Attention to Detail

Perseverance and Dedication

Reliable and Accountable

Efficiency and Multitasking

Accepts and Embraces Change

Effective Communication

Experienced Clinical Judgment

Lifelong Learner and Team player

Master of Medical Science 01/2017-12/2018

University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN Cumulative GPA 3.7

M.S. in Clinical Nutrition 08/2014-12/2015

University of Memphis, Memphis, TN

Cumulative GPA 4.0

B.S. in Dietetics 08/2012-05/2014

James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

Cumulative GPA 3.9, Graduated Summa cum laude

CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

National Commission on Certification of PA (NCCPA) Certification #1160116 RD Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) #86032473 State of Tennessee Licensure for PA #3854

State of Tennessee Licensure for LDN #3067

Tennessee Controlled Substance Registration

NPI #189*******

BLS and ACLs certification until 10/2021

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

Physician Assistant for University of Tennessee Regional One Physicians 05/2019-Present Burn/Plastic Surgery, Critical Care, and Burn Emergency Medicine, Memphis TN

• Work aside and independently of supervising physicians

• Attend daily rounds and participate in discussion on treatment plan with team

• Collaborate with and assist consulting services

• Complete pre-op histories and physical exams, obtain consents, and answer all questions/concerns before procedures

• First assist in operating room for both elective and non-elective procedures including burn/wound, aesthetic, and reconstructive procedures

• Operate with various surgical lasers, specifically IPL and CO2 lasers

• Perform independent minor procedures including central line placement, escharotomy, bronchoscopy, skin injection, and skin suturing.

• Admit and discharge patients and complete discharge summaries, write prescriptions, and arrange appropriate follow up and transitional care

• Perform inpatient and emergency consultations for burn/plastic surgery service

• Manage burn/plastics ICU, step-down, and floor patients daily

• Order and interpret lab tests, pathology, and diagnostic studies

• Provide appropriate post op care including wound vac changing/removal and drain, suture, and wound care

• Provide wound care daily for pre-op, post op, or non-surgical candidates.

• Respond to emergencies for inpatients on burn/plastic surgery service

• Be a team leader in life saving measurement procedures

• Communicate with family members and advocate for patient and family wishes

• Assist in teaching plastic/orthopedic surgery residents, burn/plastic fellows, and PA, NP, or MD students

• Attend educational conferences such as morbidity and mortality conference, research projects, and change of protocols

Physician Assistant Student Experience 01/2018-12/2018 University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN

• Rotations for one month: Plastic and Reconstructive surgery, Pediatric Surgery, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatric Medicine, Behavioral Health, Women’s Health, Emergency Medicine

• Participated in live lectures, worked in simulation labs with patient actors and simulation technology, and trained in anatomy using cadaver and procedure labs.

• Social Media Editor and Historian for the UTHSC PA Program Registered Dietitian, Licensed in Tennessee 01/2016-12/2016 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, Memphis, TN

• Assessed the nutritional status of the neonate and infant population using anthropometric measurements, visual assessment, and interpretation of data

• Provided clinical nutrition services including nutrition assessment, modified diet formulation, self- management training and nutrition intervention to maternal-fetal medicine patients

• Developed evidence-based research protocols for clinical practice

• Heavily involved in outpatient care and breastfeeding technique teachings Dietetic Internship Rotations 08/2014-12/2015

University of Memphis, Memphis, TN

• Baptist Memphis Hospital

• Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital

• Boling Center for Development

Disabilities

• Methodist University Hospital Clinical

Nutrition Management

• Memphis Internal Medicine

• Church Health Center

• Shelby Residential and Vocational

Services

• Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis Center

• Tennessee Fitness Spa

• Desoto County School Food Service

• Baptist Desoto Food Service

Management

• Ashton Place Long Term Care

• Refugee Empowerment Program

• Memphis Jewish Community Center

• Memphis Zoo

Research Assistant 08/2014-12/2015

Department of Chemistry, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN

• Worked carefully with operating and appropriate sterilization of complex laboratory equipment

• Expert in mouse blood collection via facial vein

• Advanced skills in mouse anesthesia and euthanization for procedures and dissections

• Proficient in histology preparation and analysis, skilled in Western Blot and ELISA procedures, knowledgeable in flow cytometry analysis

Graduate Research Assistant 08/2014-05/2015

Department of Clinical Nutrition and Bone Marrow Transport Clinic St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, TN

• Instrumental in securing grant for project evaluating dietary intervention for glucocorticoid-induced metabolic syndrome in pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia patients

• Planned and facilitated nutrition related activities on the St. Jude campus including health fairs, group nutrition classes including yoga/nutrition, Mommy and Me, and National Nutrition Month projects

• Coordinated activities, lectures, simulation labs, and health fairs for local schools and universities PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS

American Academy of Physician Assistants 01/2017-present Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 06/2013-present Tennessee Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 06/2013-present Memphis Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 06/2013-present Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants – Associate 10/2020-present

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