Physician Assistant Medical
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Kelly Gibson
Physcian Assistant- Certified - Wound care Specialist
Gonzales, TX 78629
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Physician Assistant highly familiar with the diagnosis and treatment of multiple disease states and health concerns. Driven to communicate well and establish strong rapport with all patients. Work Experience
Physician Assistant-Certified
Woundcentrics - Seguin, TX
December 2015 to Present
• Works independently seeing up to 40 patients a day • Assessment and treatment of complex wound including but not limited to diabetic ulcers, venous and arterial ulcers, nonhealing surgical wounds, calciphylaxis, osteomyelitis, necrotizing fasciitis, drug resistant infections complicated wounds. • Work closely with Vascular, podiatry and surgical teams to ensure needed exams such as wound cultures, bone biopsies, arterial ultra sounds and MRIs are performed in timely manner to save limbs. • Perform bedside debridements on variety of wounds using currettes, scissors, scalpels when appropriate as well as other procedure including but not limited to skin substitutes( grafix),biopsies,tissue cultures and Incision and drainage • Proficient in advanced wound care modalities including silver, manuka honey. Alginates, collagen, wound VACs, PICO VACs, enzymatic debriders, maggot therapy, Hyperbaric oxygen • Proficient in provider billing process for wound care • Have traveled to multiple locations to assist in covering and opening new facilities as well as having regular facilities I serviced in several cities including Seguin, Luling, Stockdale, Gonzales, Flatonia, Schuelenburg, South Austin, Kyle, New Braunfels, San Antonio, Boerne, Shertz, Corpus Christi, Laredo, El Paso and Salt Lake City, Utah. The facilities ranged from Acute care hospital, LTACH, Rehab, SNF, to outpatient wound care and hyperbarics clinics Physician Assistant- Certified
South Central Texas Community Health Clinics - Gonzales, TX April 2013 to Present
Gonzales, Texas
Examined up to 25 patients per day with various medical instruments and equipment. Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases.
Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize them from communicable diseases.
Managed team of medical support personnel.
Thoroughly assessed patients to determine medical condition and level of surgical risk. Regularly referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment.
Patiently explained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and their families. Exhibited expert knowledge of policies, procedures, ethical standards and laws regarding the delivery of medical care.
Improved performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.
Regularly evaluated infants and children to assess growth and development compared to average childhood patterns.
Maintained accurate medical records and documented patient case history in detail. Exhibited expert knowledge of policies, procedures, ethical standards and laws regarding the delivery of medical care.
Strictly maintained the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and any sensitive situations.
Discussed various treatment options extensively with patients and families. Simultaneously served as lead health care provider and office manager of family clinic. Managed 7 member nursing and medical support team. Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community. Substitute nurse/teacher
Gonzales ISD - Gonzales, TX
August 2001 to May 2009
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Provided health education training for patients.
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues. Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care. Tested glucose and administered injections.
Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
LVN
Warm Springs - Gonzales, TX
September 1993 to May 1998
Completed 60/week hours of clinical work in rehabilitation nursing, which including, strokes, knee and hip replacements, head injury and spinal chord injury
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues. Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
Provided health education training for patients.Provided health education training for patients.
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and post-discharge care. Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery. Held responsibility for primary care, case management and medication management.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care. Coordinated with nursing team to ensure optimal levels of patient care and safety. Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 10-15 high acuity patients per shift. Skillfully performed suture / stich removals for patients of all ages. Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient. Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients. Tested glucose and administered injections.
Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
LVN
Warm Springs
December 1995 to January 1997
Gonzales Memorial Hospital - Gonzales, Texas
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
Served as a nurse for obstetrics and gynecological patients. Evaluated patients with asthma, appendicitis and hernias. Provided health education training for patients.
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit. Trained 10 student nurses to provide top-quality patient care. Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for patients with dementia and Alzheimer's. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma. Took vital signs of newborns while assisting in Neonatal Intensive Care. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Assisted physicians in focus studies in pre-natal care. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Held responsibility for primary care, case management and medication management.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and post-discharge care. Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery. Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care. Managed caseload of 10-15 clients, providing education, treatments, IV therapy, venipuncture and wound care.
Tested glucose and administered injections.
Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
Education
Masters of Physician Assistant in Physician Assistant Studies University of Texas Pan American - Ranch, Texas, US 2012
Bachelor of Science in Biology
University of Houston - Victoria, TX
2010
Nursing
Victoria College - Gonzales, TX
1993
Skills
• ACLS (7 years)
• Supervising (5 years)
• Marketing (5 years)
• Billing (6 years)
• Wound Care (5 years)
• Healthcare (10+ years)
• Primary Care Experience
• Experience Administering Injections
• Nursing
• EMR Systems
• Hospital Experience
• Dementia Care
• Alzheimer's Care
• Critical Care Experience
• Patient Care
Certifications and Licenses
physician assistant
August 2013 to December 2020
ACLS
August 2019 to August 2021
DEA
September 2019 to September 2021
PA-C
BLS Certification
Physician assistant
Assessments
Electronic Health Records: Best Practices — Highly Proficient December 2020
Knowledge of EHR data, associated privacy regulations, and best practices for EHR use Full results: Highly Proficient
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