Professional Summary

Dedicated and patient focused Family Nurse Practitioner with proven strengths in primary and internal medicine, and patient advocacy. Displays an exceptional aptitude to deliver positive patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment while simultaneously building productive relationships. 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

EKG interpretation, application of skin adhesive, and I&D of abscesses

Computer proficiencies in MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, and EMR’s

Proficient in Zoom, TEAMS, and various employer virtual platforms

Certifications

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, FNP-C, issued 09/2018, current

American Heart Association, BLS, current

ADCES DPP Lifestyle Coach, issued 10/2022

Education

Master in the Science of Nursing, 08/2018

University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, Texas

Family Nurse Practitioner Specialty

GPA 3.94

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 08/2013

University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, Texas

GPA 3.67, Cum Laude

Licensure

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, State of Texas, issued 09/2018, current

Registered Nurse, State of Texas, issued 09/2013, current

Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), current

Professional Experience

Nurse Practitioner/Primary Health Clinic

Village Medical, Plano, Texas 01/2022 to current

Complete comprehensive health history, physical examination, establish diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illness with a focus on health promotion and disease prevention for ages 14 years to Geriatric both in clinic and virtual settings

Provide Value-Based care with 90 day follow ups to ensure all chronic conditions and screenings completed before end of the year

Review and provide required quality matrix AWV, screenings, monitoring medication for those with Medicare, Medicare Advantage and commercial insurance

Diagnose and respond to illnesses and physical conditions through therapeutic measures, including prescription of medication, heath counseling, and education

Order and interpret laboratory screening tests and diagnostic imaging; make appropriate referrals to healthcare professionals as necessary

Teach patients and families about disease management, health promotion, and the importance of medication adherence

Nurse Practitioner/APC Float Pool

WellMed Medical Management, Inc, DFW, Texas 08/2021 to 01/2022

Complete comprehensive health history, physical examination, establish diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illness with a focus on health promotion and disease prevention in both clinic and virtual settings

Provide well patient care including annual well visits, immunizations, health promotion, and manage overall patient care regarding lifestyle

Order and interpret laboratory screening tests and diagnostic imaging; make appropriate referrals to healthcare professionals as necessary

Diagnose and respond to illnesses and physical conditions through therapeutic measures, including prescription of medication, heath counseling, and education

Consult and collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary team to integrate the patient's care in the outpatient setting and to ensure patient safety and optimal patient outcomes

Teach patients and families about disease management, health promotion, and the importance of medication adherence

Work closely with Care Coordinator to manage referrals and resources such as home health, palliative care, and hospice

Daily flexibility with schedule to cover for PTO and sick days for providers at various locations

Nurse Practitioner / Outpatient Adult Clinic

Bullard Mission House Clinic, Bullard, Texas, 01/2020 to 05/2021

Complete comprehensive health history, physical examination, establish diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illness with a focus on health promotion and disease prevention

Provide well patient care including annual well visits, immunizations, school physicals, anticipatory guidance, health promotion, and manage overall patient care regarding lifestyle and developmental issues

Order and interpret laboratory screening tests; make appropriate referrals to emergency rooms and other healthcare professionals as necessary

Diagnose and respond to illnesses and physical conditions through therapeutic measures, including prescription of medication, heath counseling, and education

Consult and collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary team to integrate the patient's care in the outpatient setting and to ensure patient safety and optimal patient outcomes

Teach patients and families about disease management, health promotion, and the importance of medication adherence

Work with food pantry to provide food, clothing, & shelter for patients in need

Nurse Practitioner / Nursing Clinical Instructor

University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, Texas, 08/2019 to 12/2021

Adhere to college philosophy, program outcomes, and course objectives through didactic lectures and clinical teaching for students

Coordinate clinical experiences and collaborate with facility staff in the clinical setting

Plan and conduct conferences with students regarding clinical performance

Assist with curricular revision to an online format due to COVID-19

Promote student involvement in community service-learning projects

Nurse Practitioner

Dr. Gary Goff, MD, Dallas, Texas, 11/2018 to 07/2019

Complete comprehensive health history, physical examination, establish diagnosis and treatment of common acute and common chronic illness utilizing the most current evidence-based guidelines and protocols

Provide management of patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, hyperlipidemia, asthma, COPD, GERD, heart disease, migraines, and anxiety, as well as acute illnesses such as URI, UTI, headaches, earaches, backache, dermatological conditions, allergic reactions, and abdominal pain

Perform screenings and preventive measures such as vaccinations within current evidence-based guidelines with a focus on patient education

Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify patient's clinical problems and health care needs

Prescribe pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic and other forms of treatment or related therapeutic procedures

Keep Medicare patients up to date on preventive core measures

Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Unit

Baylor, Scott, & White, Grapevine, Texas, 07/2016 to 10/2017

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

Maintained a collaborative relationship and open communication between physicians, team members, senior administration, and other units

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

Educated patients/families about medications, disease condition, and health maintenance

Demonstrated clinical excellence, commitment, continuous learning, customer service, integrity, teamwork, and fiscal responsibility

Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse / Medical-Surgical Unit

Trinity Mother Frances Hospital, Winnsboro, Texas, 06/2015 to 07/2016

Provided highly skilled care grounded in evidence-based care guidelines and clinical knowledge

Worked closely with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members to deliver quality care and ensure optimal patient outcomes

Skillfully responded in urgent situations with appropriate and timely nursing interventions to ensure patient safety and optimal patient outcomes

Promoted improvement of the health and wellbeing of surgical patients through excellence in patient care, teaching, and evidence-based practice

Achieved Daisy Award for excellence in nursing and compassionate care

Advocated for patients and in a knowledgeable, skillful, and consistent manner

Registered Nurse / Liaison

TMF-HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital, Tyler, Texas, 04/2014 to 06/2015

Worked to establish patient’s eligibility for care, communicating with families and interfacing with a wide range of staff members, from admissions coordinators to case managers to physicians

Demonstrated knowledge of health insurance coverage and interacting with providers and the facility to find the best care in the best interest of the patient

Successfully grew volume of territory and referrals by 40% while fostering communication with patients, staff, and providers

Registered Nurse / Cardiac Unit

Louis and Peaches Owen Heart Hospital, Tyler, Texas, 09/2013 to 04/2014

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

Collaborated with health professionals and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Highly skilled in cardiac monitoring, administration and titration of critical care medicated infusions as per evidence-based practice protocols/physician orders, and managing patients with cardiac medicated drips

Demonstrated critical thinking with the ability to remain calm and act swiftly in emergent situations

Affiliations

American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

American Nurses Association (ANA)

Texas Nurse Practitioners Association (TNPA)

East Texas Nurse Practitioners Association (ETNPA)

Sigma Tau Nu International Honor Society of Nursing (STTI)

Interests

I enjoy gardening/landscaping, bicycling, cross-country equestrian jumping, hiking, and research

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