Latrista Reynolds APRN, FNP-C
Gibsonton, Florida 33534
Cell: 305-***-****
Email: admcjq@r.postjobfree.com
Professional Summary
I am an experienced Nurse Practitioner with a compassion for improving patient outcomes while providing quality healthcare. I’ve practiced primarily within the retail health care setting treating a variety of acute and chronic conditions along the lifespan. I am dedicated to patient centered care with a history of outstanding patient relations and clinical judgment skills.
Licensure and Certifications
AANP- Certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner (2012)
Registered Nurse
Certified National Medical Examiner (DOT)
BLS
Professional Experience
Nurse Practitioner
CVS Minute Clinic--Riverview, FL
November 2013-Present
Works autonomously as Lead Nurse Practitioner at clinic
Manages both acute and chronic conditions within scope of practice for clinic
Conducts histories and physical assessments, performs and interprets lab and diagnostic results, provide wellness screenings and health maintenance. Treats common illnesses and prescribes medications accordingly.
Oversees support staff of LPN and concierge
Performs well women exams as well treats problem visits for women
Refers to the appropriate level of care when needed and works with patient’s established PCP in providing optimal care.
Maintains clinics inventory and credentialing as well as market clinic for new clientele and services
Records appropriately in EMR and makes follow up phone calls as needed regarding patient condition and lab results
Collaborates with covering physician as needed for conditions beyond scope of practice for clinic
Maximizes patient satisfaction by including patients in the plan of care
Registered Nurse
James A Haley VA Center—Tampa, FL
August 2007-Present
Works as a rotating charge nurse and team leader on 30 bed medical-surgical/oncology/remote telemetry unit
Provides teaching based on patient’s/family’s identified needs, strengths, weakness and deficits
Administers chemotherapy to cancer patients in accordance to planned regimen by oncologist as well as provides education about medication and potential side effects to both patients and their family
Works on hospital wide shared governance committees: Advocacy Council and Performance Improvement Council where we have implemented various changes within nursing practice
Created unit based electronic Kardex through Microsoft Access, with the ability to generate several other reports (charge nurse/nursing assistant report). This report was used along with other unit’s report to create the current hospital wide I-SHAPED handoff.
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing- Family Concentration August 2012
University of South Florida
Bachelors of Science in Nursing August 2007
University of South Florida
Clinical Experience
Moffitt Cancer Center Direct Referral Center- Tampa, Florida
oConsult service for Moffitt patients who have oncology-related problems or symptoms.
oProvided urgent care, medication management and admission to hospital if necessary
oOrdered and reviewed results of diagnostic tests, including EKGs and laboratory results
oOrdered appropriate medications and medical therapy as indicated by patient diagnosis
Care Plus Walk In Clinic - Brandon, Florida
oProvided primary and urgent care to patients of all ages
oTook patient histories and performed focused assessments based upon chief complaint
oOrdered and reviewed results of diagnostic tests, including EKGs and laboratory results
oMade diagnoses, prescribed treatment regimens, and monitored efficacy of treatment
oProvided health education and preventative services
Women’s Health Center- Lake Wales, Florida
oProvided an array of gynecologic services- from annual well-woman check-ups through treatment of many problems a woman may encounter throughout her life such as irregular bleeding, family planning, contraception, infertility, menopausal care, hormone therapy, and urinary incontinence.
Tampa Family Health Center- Tampa, Florida
oProvided primary care/urgent care to largely uninsured pediatric patients
oPerformed annual well child exams and administered referrals for developmental screenings, dental, ophthalmologic, and neurological services.
oOrdered and reviewed results of diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
oMade diagnoses based on patient history and physical assessment and prescribed appropriate medication regimens
oProvided education to patient and their families as well as preventative services
Consult Care Inc. - Tampa, Florida
oProvided medical services to a wide variety of clients in many different settings. Services offered either in a traditional medical office model or brought to the client's site whether it is home or assisted living facility/group home.
oCoordinated patient care and outpatient treatment
oTook histories and performed ongoing assessments of physical and mental status
oProvided patient education and prescribed treatment regimens to assisted living facilities for patient medical management
oProvided education to patients and facilities to ensure proper patient care
Professional Organizations
Florida Association of Nurse Practitioners
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Accomplishments
Press Ganey NPS score consistently above national average of 84%
Region 65 Engagement Champion
Consistently increased patient volume at current clinic every year
Shared Governance Award- James A. Haley Veterans Hospital (2012)
Nurse of the Quarter on unit (2008)
Gold Stars Award Program (2007- Current) Recognition from patients and staff for extraordinary care (15 awards received)