Nurse Practitioner

Torrence Drakeford MSN, FNP-BC, BS EXHP

Home Phone 478-***-****

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Villas at Hannover

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Apt 710

Stockbridge, GA. 30281

QUALIFICATIONS

July 2019- present (Robins AFB Occupational medicine) Warner Robins,Ga) Nurse Practitioner. Physical examinations (annual and new hire), orthopedic injuries, non-emergent work-related illness/injuries, return to work review and laceration repair. X-ray interpretation, ekg evaluation as well as medication management and lab review/ordering. Electronic medical records/E-prescribing are used.

Oct 2015- July 2019 (AppleCare Urgent care, Macon,Ga) Nurse Practitioner. Physical examinations, orthopedic injuries with possible fracture care, treatment and evaluation of non-emergent acute illness or injuries and some basic primary care issues. Additionally, occupational/workman’s comp, DOT exams, Sports physicals, splinting, x-ray interpretation, ekg evaluation as well as medication management. This position also required I&D of abscesses, basic wound suturing, and toenail removals. Electronic medical records/E-prescribing are used.

July 2015- Nov 2015 (CVS Minute clinic, Macon/Warner Robins) Nurse Practitioner. Convenient care clinic. Patient physical examinations, DOT/sports physicals, immunizations, treatment of acute illness (Flu, strep, URI, sinus/ ear infections etc. EMR

July 2013- July 2015 (Oconee Orthopedics, Milledgeville, Ga) Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner. Physical examination and treatment of orthopedic injuries, Fracture care, post-op care, pre-op evaluation/ H/P, joint injections (With and without ultrasound guidance), casting, splinting, x-ray interpretation, pin removal, medication management, ED Follow-ups, school physicals, workers compensation, referrals, etc. EMR/E-prescribing.

Mar 2013- Jan 2014 (Vista Healthcare Partners) Locums Tenens Dooley State Prison, Unadilla, Ga. Acute care clinic Nurse Practitioner. Patient physical examinations, sick call for acute conditions of adult inmates. Medication management, Follow-ups, referrals, labs, consults, EKG interpretation, occasional I &D and suturing

August 2012-April 2013 (Physical Medicine of Centers of America, Byron, Ga) Nurse Practitioner. Patient physical examinations of musculoskeletal injuries, coordination of care with Chiropractor and rehab staff. Joint injections, occasional trigger point injections interpreting x-rays and other responsibilities as needed

Jan 2012- July 2012 (Rocky Mountain Healthcare, outpatient clinic Colorado Springs, CO.) PACE RN to Nurse Practitioner transition. Geriatric population. Providing All-inclusive primary care and acute care management and treatment to patients 55 years and older.

Jan 2008-Jan 2012 (Parkview Medical Center, Pueblo, CO.), Registered Nurse-(Team Lead) Emergency Dept. Level II Trauma center. Trauma services, emergency medical care various duties as needed.

May 2003-June 2007 (Pueblo Orthopedics, Pueblo, CO.) Orthopedic clinic Athletic Trainer. Providing assistance to orthopedic surgeon in clinical setting. Application of cast, splints, and braces, removal of surgical pins, patient history, and ensuring patients had x-rays completed. This position also included dressing changes, wound checks, scheduling surgeries, suture removal.

EDUCATION

Masters of Science in Nursing (Colorado State University-Pueblo)

Nurse Practitioner emphasis (Dual Family and Acute Care) Degree confirmed 12/2011 .Cum Laude

Bachelors of Science in Nursing (Colorado State University-Pueblo) Degree confirmed 7/2008. Cum Laude

Bachelors of Science (University of Southern Colorado) Exercise Science and Health Promotion with Athletic Training Emphasis. Degree confirmed 5/2003.

Minor: Supervisory management

LICENSES & CERTIFICATES

ANCC Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner current

Georgia Family Nurse Practitioner license current

Georgia Registered Nurse license current

NATABOC Certified Athletic Trainer Cert (2003-2018)

American Red cross BLS current

NRCME Certified for DOT physicals current

*No restrictions on license or malpractice suits

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