Nurse Practitioner

Objective

To obtain a position in which I can use my education; I hold a Doctorate in Nursing Practice and a Family Nurse Practitioner certification. I continually strive to positively impact the quality, safety, and efficiency of healthcare. To improve the quality of patient care through evidence-based practice, best practices and commitment to organization mission, vision, and values. To be a positive role model in embracing change and defining values and behaviors. To build a culture around service, demonstrating a sincere appreciate for patients, families, and each other. My Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and Family Nurse Practitioner certification have blended my clinical knowledge, nursing leadership, economic and organizational skills.

Education

Bachelor in the Science of Nursing

East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN 37604. Graduated December 2000

Master in the Science of Nursing, Nursing Administration, King College, Bristol, TN.

Graduated December 2010

Family Nurse Practitioner, Post Masters Certification, King University, Bristol, TN.

Graduated May 2016.

Doctor of Nursing Practice, King University, Bristol, TN. Graduated August, 2016

License

Registered Nurse. License RN0000131296. Expiration Date: 4/30/2021

Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification. License # 21989. Expiration Date: 4/30/2021

Certifications

American Heart Association Life Support for Healthcare Providers

Basic Life Support (BLS) Renewal Date: January, 2021

American Nurses Credentialing Center, Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner

Certification # 201-***-****. Renewal 9/11/2021

Professional Organizations/Committee Involvement

American Nurses Association, Vice President Tennessee Nurse Practitioner Association, Tennessee Nurses Association, James H. Quillen APRN Committee, The Honor Society Sigma Theta Tau. Graduate of the VA Leadership Institute. Previous Committee Involvement: National Veterans Administration Mental Health Advisory Committee, VISN Geriatric Leadership, VA Nurse Professional Standards Board, Fall and Patient Care Committees, Nursing Executive Leadership Team, Mental Health Executive Leadership Team, Continuous Readiness Review Committee.

Current Vice President of the North East Tennessee Nurse Practitioner Association. Nurse Professional Standards Board.

Career Accomplishments

Implemented safe handling procedures and established protocols for employees exposed to:

oBacillus Calmette Guerin (BCG) used to treat bladder cancer

oFormaldehyde – used for preservation of tissue samples

oLiquid Nitrogen – used in dermatological treatments

Developed and implemented the use of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for all reusable medical and non-reusable medical equipment

Restraint free for 6 months on inpatient psychiatric unit (E2)

Successful fall reduction program (CLC)

Lowest catheter and central line infection rate in the facility two years in a row (CLC)

24/7 Respiratory support (CLC)

Reduction of Congestive Heart Failure readmission rates

Compliance and Certification

oJoint Commission

oLong Term Care Institute

oCertified Adult Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner

Graduate of the VA Leadership Institute

I have just completed a 3 day training course with the National Organization for Leadership and Analytics University.

Doctor of Nursing Practice Project February 2015 to August 2016 “Nurses Understanding of the Psychosocial Factors Affecting Men with Prostate Cancer at a Regional Veterans Hospital” (Publication in Urologic Nursing February 2017)

Employment History

Nurse Practitioner Community Living Center May 2019 to August 7, 2020

James H. Quillen Veterans Medical Center

Clinical care for long term, short stay skilled and short stay rehabilitation patients

Responsibility for quality (SAIL) and survey readiness.

Chair committees, document minutes, evaluate and monitor findings and recommendations,

Review charts, consult/collaborate with CLC providers to ensure quality of care and compliance.

Nurse Practitioner Care Manager Cardiology/Sleep January 2017 to May 2019

James H. Quillen Veterans Medical Center

Community Care – requesting records, ensuring follow-up care, ordering labs, testing ect.

Cardiology Consult Management

Post Hospital CHF clinic

CHF Green Belt Team

Pain Clinic (3 days a week) July 2018 to Sept 2018

Providing care for follow-up patients during a staffing shortage

-Provide emotional support, encouragement, and engagement in Non-opioid medication and

topical preparations. Encourage physical interventions including, physical therapy,

active/passive movement (Yogi), chiropractic care, and behavioral/mental health

interventions such as, CBT, mindfulness, acceptance commitment therapy, and

complementary and alternative interventions such as, acupuncture.

Adjunct Nursing Faculty January 2017 to May 2019

Lecture:

oNursing Leadership

oCommunity Care and Research

Family Nurse Practitioner Program Clinical Instructor

oHealth Promotion, Diagnosis, and Clinical Management of Pediatrics/Adolescents

oHealth Promotion, Diagnosis, and Clinical Management of Older Adults

oHealth Promotion, Diagnosis, and Clinical Management of Young and Middle-Aged Adults

Full time Assistant Professor Nursing August 2016 to December 2016

East Tennessee State University

Lecture: Nursing Leadership, Research, Community Care

Clinical: Leadership Practicum

Full time student December 2015 to August 2016

Adjunct Nursing Faculty August 2014 to December 2015

East Tennessee State University

Lecture: Nursing Leadership

Clinical: Leadership Practicum

Chief Nurse, Extended Care. October 2012 to January 2015

(Resigned position to attend college full time)

James H. Quillen Veterans Administration Hospital

Accountable for over 100 employees and up to 70 residents/patients

Responsible for the day to day operations- free standing facility

Responsible for quality, EVB, efficiency, financial/budget and compliance

Nurse Manger Inpatient Psychiatric Unit. December 2009 to October 2012

James H. Quillen Veterans Administration Hospital

Nurse Manager Surgical Outpatient: October 2007 to December 2009

James H. Quillen Veterans Administration Hospital

Quality Coordinator, Clinical Leader November 2006 to October 2007

Mountain States Health Alliance

Director of Nursing, Nurse Manager, and Staff Nurse May 2001 to November 2006

Frontier Health: Woodridge Psychiatric Hospital

Staff Nurse February 2001 to May 2001 Mountain States Health Alliance

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