Desiree D. Bailey
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PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
Nurse Practitioner
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) – Purdue University & Indiana University – Indianapolis, IN
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN-NP) – Walden University – Minneapolis, MN – 3.6 GPA
CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSURE / AFFILIATIONS / AWARDS
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) – Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGPC-NP)
Registered Nurse (State of Indiana) – Master of Science in Nursing (State of Indiana)
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) – National Provider Identifier Standard (NPI)
Controlled Substances Registration (CSR) – ANA Member – AANP Member
National Honor Society – Sigma Theta Tau
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Anna Mae Hays Clinical Nurse Transition Program – Fort Benning, GA – 2010
Office Basic Leader Course – Army Medical Command – Fort Sam – Houston, TX
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Nurse Practitioner 09/2020 to Present
Total Care Family Practice – Jeffersonville, IN
Diagnose disease processes both chronic and acute based on patient symptoms, laboratory values and diagnostic testing
Prescribe medications electronically, telephonic, and paper prescriptions
Provide primary care and secondary care to patients in Independent and Assisted Living facilities
Interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing reports to accurately treat patients
Delegate tasks to nursing staff to ensure patients care is properly delivered
Prescribe medication for patient that is both effective and affordable
Identify alternative medications for patients when requested by pharmacies or insurance companies
Recognize patients who needs advanced level care and relay information to facility staff
Registered Nurse 02/2020 to 09/2020
Total Care Family Practice – Jeffersonville, IN
Performed telehealth nursing for employee health clinics during the pandemic
Collaborated with Nurse Practitioners to properly diagnose and treat disease processes and illnesses based on symptoms and laboratory values
Fulfilled prescription requests based on providers recommendations to various pharmacies
Staff Nurse 01/2020 to 09/2020
Travel Nursing – Indiana University Hospital – Indianapolis, IN
Circulated nurses in Endoscopy, EUS and ERCP procedural areas
Ensured Anesthesia staff worked closely to stabilize patient’s vital signs
Provided education to patients and family members regarding procedures
Assisted the physicians and technicians during the procedures
Conducted Phlebotomy and IV services
Delegated tasks appropriately to staff members
Inputted physician orders into the charting system
Collaborated with PACU and POCU staff members on the condition of the patient
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Staff Nurse 07/2019 to 01/2020
Pro Link Healthcare Travel Nursing – Union Hospital – Terre Haute, IN
Accomplished PICC line and Central line dressing changes
Performed general head-to-toe assessments
Conducted IV services to include utilization of vein finder machine for difficult insertions
Conducted Foley Catheter and NG Tube insertions, as well as, I&O catheterizations
Educated patients and families on medications, therapy, blood sugar monitoring and wound dressing changes
Delegated tasks appropriately to Care Techs
Adapted to Medical Max unit as a Traveling Nurse effectively
Managed a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-1:6
Enhanced floating to other units within the hospital as necessary
Inputted MD orders into electronic charting system as requested
Acted as a Preceptor for nursing students
Triage Nurse/Staff Nurse II 11/2018 to 07/2019
Eskenazi Health – Cottage Corner Clinic – Indianapolis, IN
Collaborated with physicians regarding patient’s symptoms and the urgency for appointment needs
Performed prior authorizations for medications through insurance companies
Conducted phlebotomy services and other laboratory testing on adults and pediatrics
Performed EKG’s
Delegated tasks to Medical Assistant’s
Refilled and understood protocols for medical refills
Performed vaccinations on patients of various age groups
Educated patient’s on medications, followed up on scheduled appointments, refills, and diagnoses
Staff Nurse II 12/2014 to 11/2018
Eskenazi Hospital – Indianapolis, IN
Accomplished PICC Line and Central Line dressing changes
Performed general head-to-toe assessments
Conducted phlebotomy and IV services to include the utilization of the ultrasound machine for difficult insertions, Foley Catheter insertions, I&O catheterizations, and NG Tube insertions
Acted as the Indiana University PEP Student Preceptor, Mentor for the Mentoring Program, Super User for the new Epic Operating System; Preceptor for newly hired employees
Provided success care to patients on a 144 bed Acuity Adaptable Unit
Achieved competency in Chemotherapy
Presented education to patients and families regarding medications, therapy, blood sugar monitoring and wound dressing changes
Delegated tasks to Care Techs appropriately
Cross-trained in endoscopy procedures
Executed sedation for diagnostic procedures using Propofol
Conducted pre-operative and recovery procedures performed for patients having endoscopic procedures
Staff Nurse 02/2014 to 12/2014
Johnson Memorial Hospital – Franklin, IN
Achieved: IV and Phlebotomy services, PICC line, Central Line Dressing changes, Foley Catheter insertions, and I&O catheterizations
Delegated tasks to Care Techs appropriately
Educated patients and families regarding medications, therapy, blood sugar monitoring and word dressing changes
Performed general head-to-toe assessments
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Case Manager 01/2014 to 07/2014
Community Health Network – Fishers, IN
Administered: IV and Phlebotomy services, PICC line, Central Line Dressing changes, Foley Catheter insertions, and I&O catheterizations
Managed and delegated tasks to LPN and HHA
Ordered DME for patient’s
Conducted OASIS Admissions, Recertification’s and Resumption of Care
Knowledgeable between the differences of Private Health Care and Medicare/Medicaid
Performed General Assessments and charting
Provided wound care and dressing changes; applied new and changed Wound Vacs
Inserted and change both Foley and Suprapubic Catheters
Communicated with physicians and their teams to coordinate lab, medication and DME others
Ordered medications and lab work as noted by physicians
Staff Nurse 08/2012 to 01/2014
Department of Veteran’s Affairs – Indianapolis, IN
Administered IV therapy and phlebotomy services
Provided care to veteran’s
Assisted with GI procedures
Provided conscious sedation
Triaged and admitted patients for outpatient procedures
Provided recovery to procedure patients’
Conducted phone calls for upcoming patient procedures and ordered medications/lab work necessary
Assistant Clinical Officer in Charge 03/2011 to 07/2012
Martin Army Community Hospital – Fort Benning, GA
Provided family centered care to military personnel and families
Triaged clinic visits and telephone calls
Assisted with minor surgical procedures
Educated staff for glucose monitoring and HCG testing
Supervised up to 20 professionals and technical staff
Administered medication and IV therapy
Provided phlebotomy services
Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse 09/2009 to 03/2011
Martin Army Community Hospital – Fort Benning, GA
Provided nursing care on 31 bed Medical Surgical Unit
Acted as a Preceptor for Graduates of Nurse Transition Program
Educated Diabetes patients upon discharge
Participated and provided ongoing staff education programs
Involved in Patient Acuity Program
Supervised professional staff
Provided IV therapy and phlebotomy services
Utilization Management
Student Nurse Intern 07/2007 to 07/2009
Community Hospital North – Indianapolis, IN
Provided nursing care on 32 bed Medical Surgical Renal Oncology Unit
Performed clinical nursing role under direct supervision of professional