TANESHIA POWELL, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

NW Kennesaw, Georgia 30144 770-***-**** adod2j@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Dedicated and patient focused Family Nurse Practitioner with proven strengths in acute patient care, psychiatric care, staff development and patient advocacy. Displays an exceptional aptitude to deliver positive patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment while simultaneously building productive relationships. Demonstrates the ability to lead and motivate outstanding health care teams. Known for exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to manage competing priorities, as well as maintaining accurate and efficient documentation.

Skills

Advanced assessment skills and strong clinical judgment as a Nurse Practitioner

Wound care management, venipuncture, IUD insertion/removal, and needle decompression

EKG interpretation and computer proficiencies in MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, and EMR

Certifications

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, FNP-C, issued 10/2019, current

American Heart Association, BLS and ACLS, both current

Licensure

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, State of Georgia, issued 10/2019 current

Registered Nurse, State of Georgia, issued 2011, and State of Alabama, issued 2007, both current

Education

Post Graduate Certificate, 09/2019

Purdue University Global, Chicago, Illinois

Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty

GPA 3.7

Masters in Nursing Management and Leadership, 09/2016

Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, Utah

Bachelor Degree in Nursing, 10/2015

Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, Utah

Associate Degree in Nursing, 7/2007

Jefferson Davis Community College, Brewton, Alabama

Bachelor of Science Degree, 5/200

Kentucky State University, Frankfort, Kentucky

Affiliations

American Association of Nurse Practitioners, AANP

American Nurses Association, ANA

Georgia Nurses Association, GNA

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Clinical Practicums

Family Medicine

oComprehensive and focused history and physical examination, including appropriate psychosocial, developmental, depression/anxiety screenings, and cultural elements

oEducate and guide patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits

oManage overall patient care, including acute illness such as URI’s, sinusitis, pharyngitis, allergies, pneumonia, acute otitis media, back pain, dermatitis, cellulitis, and various chronic ailments such as diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, COPD and thyroid disorders

Pediatrics

oConduct comprehensive wellness exams, developmental screenings, acute care and follow-up visits for patients from birth to 18 years of age

oConfident in knowledge of growth and development, anticipatory guidance, and the child family interaction while working with parents to address their fears, concerns and treatment options

oDemonstrate safety in calculating pediatric dosages of medication

Women’s Health

oSecure complete health histories including gynecologic, reproductive, contraceptive, medical, surgical, sexual, family health, and psychosocial systems

oAdept at performing basic physical exam components including breast exam, pelvic exam, pap smear, cervical cultures, and assisting with colposcopy

oKnowledgeable in diagnostics and management of STDs

Adult Gerontology

oProvide compassionate primary care services including comprehensive and focused physical examinations, health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses among the uninsured and homeless adult population

oAssess need for appropriate lab tests, order and interpret results under the supervision of preceptor

oCollaborate with medical specialties through appropriate referrals

Urgent Care

oFollow guidelines and protocols to deliver evidenced based treatment plans

oObtain medical history, perform both comprehensive and focused medical exams, diagnose, and treat medical conditions

oPerform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to include suturing and I&D of abscesses in collaboration with supervising physician

Professional Experience

Nurse Practitioner/Primary Care Provider

Department of Veterans Affairs, Atlanta, Georgia, 08/2020 to Present

Diagnose, treat and manage a panel of patients.

Provider comprehensive patient-centered primary medical care.

Identify acute/non-acute, chronic health problems.

Use principles of risk management to identify system issues which impact patient care.

Order and evaluate appropriate diagnostic tests.

Adhere to clinical practice guidelines for patient chronic diseases.

Conduct appropriate preventative screens and diagnostic tests.

Provide appropriate disposition of identified health care problems.

Participate in Primary Care multidisciplinary activities.

Inform Veterans to accomplish shared decision making in medical treatment/regimes.

Demonstrate medical expertise in diagnosing and treating multi-symptomatic patients.

Adhere to local policies, procedures and directives related to timeliness of documentation and encounters for verification of patient visits, findings and medical recommendations in the electronic medical record.

Use Computerized Patient Record System to review and update patient's electronic medical record.

Maintain view alerts.

Work closely with health professionals, telehealth and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Recognize clinical changes in patient status and implement appropriate interventions with concise communication of assessment and plan of care to physician

Serve as preceptor and clinical resource to nursing staff

Provide therapeutic listening, emotional support, and education to patients while providing compassionate care

Registered Nurse / Telemetry / Medical Surgical / RN Care Coordinator

Department of Veterans Affairs, Atlanta, Georgia, 05/2013 to 8/2020

Provide quality care to acutely ill patients through the implementation of evidence-based nursing assessment, nursing diagnosis, interventions, and ongoing evaluation

Work closely with health professionals, telehealth and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Recognize clinical changes in patient status and implement appropriate interventions with concise communication of assessment and plan of care to physician

Serve as preceptor and clinical resource to nursing staff

Provide therapeutic listening, emotional support, and education to patients while providing compassionate care

Registered Nurse / Psychiatric Care Manager

Ridgeview Institute, Smyrna, Georgia, 05/2017 to 02/2019

Highly skilled in caring for patients with acute mental health conditions, building therapeutic relationships, assessing their physical and psychiatric needs while providing emotional support in the outpatient setting

Recognize specific symptoms of mental illness to de-escalate stressful situations and help patients overcome challenges

Demonstrate ability to address sexual/physical abuse, substance abuse, sexuality, and spiritual conflict across the lifespan

Offer education and support to patients' families on diagnosis, medications and therapeutic modalities of treatment

Registered Nurse / Telemetry / Medical Surgical / Renal Contract RN

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, Marietta, Georgia, 06/2013 to 05/2014

Provide highly skilled care grounded in evidence-based care guidelines and clinical knowledge to acutely ill patients while working closely with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to deliver quality care

Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse / Telemetry / Medical Surgical Unit

Grady Health Systems, Atlanta, Georgia, 11/2012 to 06/2013

Utilize evidence-based nursing treatment plans to ensure positive outcomes while fostering a healing and safe environment

Serve as charge nurse, clinical resource and mentor

Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse / Ambulatory Care Unit

Rockdale Medical Center, Conyers, Georgia, 08/2011 to 11/2012

Provide evidence-based care to patients and families with sensitivity and respect to their expectations, age, cultural, and individual needs

Lead and manage the day to day operational aspects of patient care and supervise nursing staff

Registered Nurse / Pediatric Psychiatric Contract RN

Youth Villages, Douglasville, Georgia, 06/2011 to 09/2012

Utilize knowledge of developmental level, patient's age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care

Apply therapeutic relationship strategies based on theories and research evidence to reduce emotional distress, facilitate cognitive and behavioral change, and foster personal growth

Registered Nurse / Psychiatric Group Home Supervisor

Southwest Alabama Behavioral Health Systems, Grove Hill, Alabama, 10/2010 to 06/2011

Promote the highest quality of patients’ emotional wellbeing by helping patients manage their emotions through de-escalation techniques

Organize group therapy sessions, including social and artistic events aimed at promoting patients' mental recovery

Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse / Medical Surgical

D. W. McMillan Memorial Hospital, Brewton, Alabama, 12/2008 to 11/2010

Collaborate with clinical staff in the development and execution of the plan of care and achievement of goals

Demonstrate the ability to lead and motivate an outstanding healthcare team

Registered Nurse / Cardiac Step-Down Unit

Baptist Hospital Health Systems, Montgomery, Alabama, 09/2007 to 11/2008

Safely and compassionately care for chronically and acutely ill patients while monitoring

telemetry and closely observing patients receiving multiple titrated IV drips

Educate patients and their families on disease process and discuss appropriate lifestyle and health assistance modifications while preparing the patient for discharge

Affiliations

American Association of Nurse Practitioners, AANP

American Nurses Association, ANA,

Georgia Nurses Association, GNA

Interests

Evidence based quality improvement projects; I am the co-chair of the QI Shared Governance council and I am also a passionate gardener, gourmet cook, and travel enthusiast

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