Tabitha Gardner

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Hermitage, TN ***76

779-***-****

aduv9t@r.postjobfree.com

Summary of Qualifications: A well-educated, compassionate and dedicated advanced practice provider seeking a position as a Family Nurse Practitioner in a family centered environment with opportunity for continual professional growth. Professional, flexible, self-motivated and quick-learner who adapts easily to new situations and enjoys a challenge with a commitment in providing quality nursing care. Strong organizational and communication skills.

Experience: Reliant MD Chicago, IL

Telemedicine Nurse Practitioner 11/5/20-Current

Primary and urgent care functions involving geriatric patients

Determine physical, mental, and social needs of the patient via video visits

Educate and counsel patient on medical conditions

Make recommendations of health care needs

Meharry Medical College Nashville, TN

Nurse Practitioner 8/2020-Current

Covid-19 testing

Administer Pfizer vaccinations against Covid-19

Student and employee health services-TB testing, vaccinations, physicals and respiratory fit tests

American Well MN,IL

Telemedicine Nurse Practitioner 4/9/20-Current

Primary care functions involving adult, geriatric and pediatric patients

Determine physical, mental, and social needs of the patient via video visits

Educate and counsel patient and family on medical conditions

Make recommendations of health care needs

Essentia Health- Locum Tenens (Elevate HCC) Hibbing, MN

Family Nurse Practitioner 9/16/19 to 3/25/20

Primary care functions involving adult, geriatric and pediatric patients

Documented using Epic EHR

Essentia Health- Locum Tenens (Elevate HCC) Spooner, WI

Family Nurse Practitioner 10/21/18 to 5/3/19

Primary care functions involving adult, geriatric and pediatric patients

Documented using Epic EHR

Advance Health Rockford, IL

Family Nurse Practitioner 4/10/17 to 10/17/18

•Conduct comprehensive in-home health assessments

•Determine physical, mental, and social needs of the patient

•Educate and counsel patient and family on medical conditions

•Make recommendations of health care needs

Family Medicine Specialist Rockford, IL

Family Nurse Practitioner 3/15/17 to 9/26/18

•Well checks for pediatric and adult patients

•Develop treatment plans for acute/chronic diseases

•Performing diagnostic test, screenings and prescribing

•Manage patient care regarding lifestyle and developmental concerns

•Educating patients/families on disease prevention and healthy lifestyles

UIC-University of Illinois Rockford, IL

Registered Nurse-Correctional 3/2014 to 10/2018

•Provide comprehensive medical and emotional care to acute/chronically ill patients with varying diagnosis.

•Ensure two-way communication with providers regarding patient diagnosis/treatments.

•Implement orders & interpret test results.

•Serve as patient advocate

Northern Illinois Hospice Rockford, IL

RN Case Manager 5/2013 to 10/2014

•Coordinate/manage care for the ill and & dying patient

•Provide emotional and spiritual support for the families

•Ensure communication with the care team, coroner and funeral homes

Rockford Health System Rockford, IL

Registered Nurse-Med/Surg Residency 11/2012 to 5/2013

•Utilizing skills learned in nursing school: Foley insertion and removal, NG tube insertion/removals and IV/PICC line insertion/removal and care.

•Provide comprehensive medical and emotional care to acute/chronically ill patients with varying diagnosis.

•Ensure two-way communication with providers regarding patient diagnosis/treatments.

Harlem School District Machesney Park, IL

Registered Nurse 8/2012 to 10/2018

•Provide comprehensive medical and emotional care to acute/chronically ill children with varying diagnosis.

•Ensure communication with parents, providers, teachers and other staff involved in the child’s care.

•Serve as patient advocate

•Interact with families to provide support

Illinois Machine Shed Rockford, IL

Server 5/2005 to 5/2018

Education: Olivet Nazarene University Oakbrook, IL

Master of Science in Nursing May 2016

•Specialization: Family Nurse Practitioner

•Invited Member-Sigma Theta Tau, Nursing Honor Society

Saint Anthony College of Nursing Rockford, IL

Bachelor of Science in Nursing May 2012

Rock Valley College Rockford, IL

Associates in Arts 2007

Rock Valley College Rockford, IL

Certified Nursing Assistant 12/2000

Licensure & Certifications:

•Nexplanon Certification (2016)

•Registered Nurse- State of Illinois (2012)

•Certified Nursing Assistant (2000)

•BLS (Current)

Volunteer Services: Saint Anthony Hospital Employee Picnics

Rockford Rescue Mission

Blood Pressures in the Community

FNP Clinical Experience:

Dr. Adam Angelilli, Pediatrician- Freeport, Illinois 2015

Dr. Raymond Davis, Pediatrician- Rockford, Illinois 2015

Dr. Sandra Jackson, Internal Medicine- Freeport, Illinois 2016

Jessica Schultz, Internal Medicine NP- Freeport, Illinois 2015-2016

Laura Koch, Women’s Health NP- Rockford, Illinois 2015-2016

Danielle Siedschlag, Women’s Health NP- Freeport, Illinois 2016

Clinical Hours:

Adult 231

Pediatrics 136

Women’s Health 117

Nurse-Practitioner Student

•Performed patient examinations. Obtained medical histories. Assessed patient status

•Collaborated with supervising physicians to make treatment recommendations. Ordered labs and other diagnostic tests.

•Delivered patient education on various topics ranging from disease prevention and health promotion to proper medication usage and nutrition.

•Assisted providers and staff with medical treatments and procedures when required

Additional Clinical Experience:

Selected Procedures: Chest x-ray interpretation, EKG, Papanicolau Smears, IUD’s, I & D of cyst

Diagnosis: Acute/Chronic Illness, COPD, Asthma, Hypertension, Diabetes, STD’s, Strep swabs, Ear/Eye infections

Computer Experience:

•Epic

•Meditech

•eClinical Works

•Point Click Care

References: Available upon request

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