Professional Summary

Dedicated and patient focused Family Nurse Practitioner 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

EKG interpretation, wound care management and venipuncture

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

Certifications

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, FNP-C, issued 09/2020, current

American Heart Association, ACLS and BLS, both current

National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), current

American Association of Critical Care Nurses, PCCN, current

Education

Master of Science in Nursing, 08/2020

University of Texas in Arlington, Arlington, Texas

Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty

GPA 3.6

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 12/2013

Texas Tech University, Abilene, Texas

Licensure

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, State of Texas, issued 09/2020, current

Registered Nurse, State of Texas, issued 01/2014, 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 issues

oDiagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic illnesses

oPrescribe pharmacological agents and non-pharmacologic therapies

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 pediatric 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

Adult/Gerontology

oProvide compassionate primary care services including comprehensive and focused physical examinations, health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses

oManage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and thyroid disorders

oAssess need for appropriate lab tests, order and interpret results under the supervision of preceptor

oCollaborate with medical specialties through appropriate referrals

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, with supervision of preceptor

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

Professional Experience

Registered Nurse / Charge / Progressive Care Unit

Hendrick Medical Center, Abilene, Texas, 01/2014 to present

Provide quality care to progressively ill patients through the implementation of evidence-based nursing assessment, nursing diagnosis, interventions, and ongoing evaluation

Demonstrate clinical excellence in the administration of medications, insertion of peripheral IV’s, management of central access devices, arrythmias, and symptom management

Collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes

Ensure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making or recommending necessary adjustments, and following nursing philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations

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

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

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

Affiliations

American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Interests

I enjoy spending time with my two children, ages 5 and 11, who both enjoy baseball

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