Sonja Craig
Phone: 334-***-****
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linkedin.com/in/sonja-craig-rn-bsn-ba754178
Gardendale, AL 35071
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with 1 years of clinical experience conducting physical examinations, ordering, interpreting lab testing, prescribing treatments and medications to address diverse conditions. Passionate about patient education, promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate pain and illness. Registered Nurse with 7 years of experience in hospital, acute care, long term care, Pediatric and Adolescent, Adult and Geriatrics experience providing nursing care to a diverse population.
Education
MS Walden University, Master of Science in Nursing Feb 2021
Specialization: Family Nurse Practitioner
BS South University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing June 2016
AS Wallace Community College, Associate of Applied
Science in Nursing May 2015
Honors and Awards
Vaughan Regional Medical Center Auxiliary 2014
The Auxiliary awards the annual scholarships to area residents pursuing an
education at an Alabama college in a health-related field. Selection is based
on academic record, financial need, and participation in extracurricular and
community activities.
The National Society of Leadership and Success 2001
The NSLS is an organization that provides a life-changing leadership program
that helps students achieve personal growth, career success, and empowers
them to have a positive impact in their communities.
Work Experience
Cedar Hill Assisted Living at Vaughan Place, Selma, Al
Consultant 2019 to Presently
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 16 patients daily.
Identified medical needs and health conditions by conducting health screenings and reviewing patient histories.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
UAB Medicine, Birmingham, AL
Stroke Rehab Nurse 2019 to Presently
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 18 patients daily.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Aspire Physical Recovery Center, Hoover, AL 2018 to 2020
Charge Registered Nurse
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 25 patients daily.
Maximized team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Cedar Hill Assisted Living at Vaughan Place, Selma, Al
Registered Nurse Unit Coordinator 2010 to 2019
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 16 patients daily.
Identified medical needs and health conditions by conducting health screenings and reviewing patient histories.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Vaughan Regional Medical Center, Selma, Al
Pediatric Registered Nurse 2011 to 2020
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 23 patients daily.
Identified medical needs and health conditions by conducting health screenings and reviewing patient histories.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Professional Training
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner, CRNP
American Nursing Credentialing Center, ANCC- 2021-2022
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification, CPR
American Heart Association -2020-2022.
Advance Cardiac Life Support, ACLS
American Heart Association- 2020-2022
Professional Affiliations
American Nursing Credentialing Center 2020 to Present
The ANCC Certification Program enables nurses to demonstrate their specialty expertise and validate their knowledge to employers and patients.
Community Service
Rural Health Medical Program, RHMP
Clinical Experience in Primary Care of Adult and Geriatric, Selma, Al, May-Aug 2019
Provided general and preventative care, conduct check-ups, treat illnesses, order lab tests and prescribe medication for children and adults. As a nurse practitioner student, I performed all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations.
Selma Pediatrics
Clinical Experience in Primary Care of Adolescents and Children, Selma, Al, Nov-Feb 2020
Provided general and preventative care, conduct check-ups, treat illnesses, order lab tests and prescribe medication for children and adolescents. As a nurse practitioner student, I performed all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations.
Vaughan Regional Medical Center, VRMC
Clinical Experience in Primary Care of Women, Selma, Al, Feb-May 2020
Provided general and preventative care, conduct check-ups, treat illnesses, order lab tests and prescribe medication for women. As a nurse practitioner student, I performed all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations.
Selma Medical Associates
Clinical Experience in Primary Care of Family, Selma, Al, May-Aug 2020
Provided general and preventative care, conduct check-ups, treat illnesses, order lab tests and prescribe medication for children and adults. As a nurse practitioner student, I performed all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations.
Languages
English: Native Language
Computer Skills
EMAR: Trained
Meditech: Trained
CERNER: Trained
Power-Chart: Trained
Microsoft Office 13, 16, 365
References
Dr. Iad Hammad, MD
Selma Pediatric
1225 Medical Center Pkwy Selma, AL 36701
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Trease Dawson, Administrator
Cedar Hill Assisted Living at Vaughan Place
1300 Old Orrville Rd Selma, Al 36701
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Dr. Samuel Lett, MD
Central Alabama Women’s Clinic
702 Franklin St Selma, Al 36701
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