Nurse Practitioner
Resume:
SYLENA JOSEPH, MSN-HCSM, APRN, FNP-C
New Orleans, LA · 504-***-****
************@*****.*** · linkedin.com/in/Sylena-joseph-msn-rn-43709b93
Highly qualified, compassionate, and dedicated advanced practice provider with a strong and diverse clinical background seeking a fulltime position as a Nurse Practitioner in a family practice.
EXPERIENCE
MAY 2021 – CURRENT
NURSE PRACTITIONER, TULANE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL GROUP
Practice under the supervision of a collaborating physician. Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic illnesses. Provides care to those seeking STD treatment, family planning, reproductive and transgender care. Primary focus on health promotion, disease prevention, health education and counseling. Order, collect, conduct, supervise, and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests. Prescribe pharmacological agents and non-pharmacologic therapies. Provide ongoing education so patients make better lifestyle and health choices.
A UGUST 2020 - C URRENT
D ILLARD UNIVERSITY, A DJUNCT CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR - A DULT H EALTH II
Lead and instructed Junior level students in both clinical and virtual settings. Met with the course coordinator to discuss course objectives, grading criteria, and individual student progress. Taught and observed students perform outlined objectives while providing patient care and implementing sterile technique and Covid 19 protocol. Provided ongoing feedback to each student for individual growth.
NOVEMBER 2015 – SEPTEMBER 2019
TELEPHONIC CARE MANAGER, Humana
Performed post discharge calls to Medicare members providing education and telephonic case management. Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, healthcare providers, Utilization review team, and Social Workers. Engaged members to assess their health needs and influence them toward positive change.
DECEMBER 2014 – OCTOBER 2016
NURSE CASEMANAGER, New Orleans East Hospital
Identified, recommended, and coordinated elements of care needed for inpatient and discharge plans of care. Monitored medical necessity. Performed prior authorizations and utilization reviews on all inpatient and observation LOC patients.
JUNE 2014 – DECEMBER 2014
NURSE, NEW ORLEANS EAST HOSPITAL
Performed unit staffing and assignment of patient care. Collaborated with team members regarding best practice, policy, and decision making. Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated patient care based on standard of care and policy of NOE Hospital. Assisted with the planning and revisions of policy to meet JCO standard for hospital startup and opening.
JANUARY 2013 – NOVEMBER 2014
NURSE, OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER
Effectively delegated, directed and assisted LPN and ancillary team members. Implemented infection control techniques during all patient encounters. Utilized and maintained appropriate calculations for drug dosage and titration. Took initiative when collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and coordinating the patient’s plan of care.
EDUCATION
APRIL 2019– DECEMBER 2020
FNP CERTIFICATE, Herzing University
Degree Conferred December 23, 2020, Final GPA 3.75
JUNE 2013 – JUNE 2015
MSN HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT, LOYOLA UNIVERSITY
Degree Conferred June 2015, Final GPA 3.8
MAY 2012
BSN, Dillard University
Vice President of graduating class of 2012. Awarded Deans award in 2012. Helene Fuld Scholar Recipient 2010-2012
SKILLS
Trained in Nexplanon implantation, Paraguard and Mirena placement and removal
Use of microscopy to identify normal vs abnormal cells, bacteria, STDs, protozoa
Interpretation of lab results, collected specimens, and test results.
Experience in Reproductive, GYN, HIV and Transgender care
Knowledge and experience in the use of EMR coding, CPT/ICD 10 coding and EMR documentation ( EClinical Works, EPIC, Sorian)
Proficient in administrative writing skills, clinical documentation, and communication.
Development and ongoing assessment of plans of care.
Knowledgeable of CMS Conditions of Participation policies and procedures, JCO, and DHH standards
LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS
Louisiana APRN-239538, Louisiana Compact RN 139112, Certification board AANP, DEA#MJ6539538, NPI#199*******, ACLS, BCLS
References
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