Siloam Springs, Arkansas

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479-***-****

adyz5o@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Family Nurse Practitioner with over

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delivering high-quality care to

patients. Organized and

knowledgeable Registered Nurse

experienced in treating and caring

for patients. Successful in providing

fast and accurate assessments and

working calmly under pressure.

Recognized for collaborating well

with doctors to maintain top-notch

healthcare practices. Distinguished

understanding of home care

functions. Skilled at developing

comprehensive post-treatment

plans with patients and doctors for

quality healthcare. Committed to

patient education and advocacy.

SKILLS

• Decision Making

• Chart Audits

• Social Services Coordination

• Patient Assessments

• Case Reviews

• Medication Management

• Employee Training Program

Mary Christine

Merrell

EXPERIENCE

December 2018 - Current

RN Field Supervisor Home Helpers Home Care Rogers, Arkansas June 2014 - March 2021

RN Charge Nurse, Floor Nurse Ozark Community Hospital Gravette, Arkansas

September 2012 - June 2014

LPN Community Physicians Group Siloam Springs, Arkansas July 2011 - September 2012

LPN Ozark Community Hospital

• On-call RN

Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.

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Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.

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Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.

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• Med-Surg, ER

Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.

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Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.

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Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.

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Maintained comprehensive patient care plans and monitored staffs' implementation of physician's orders.

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Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.

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• LPN-Shot nurse

Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.

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Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.

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Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.

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• Coordinated with doctors to develop care plans for patients. Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.

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• Resolutions Ward (Geri-Psych)

• Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood October 2009 - July 2011

LPN Community Physicians Group

glucose levels in response to medical administration. Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.

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Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.

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Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.

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• LPN-working for doctors

• Injections/giving medication, occasional IVs, wound care Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.

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Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.

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• Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.

Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.

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Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING

August 2022

Master of Science Family Practice Nurse Practitioner Herzing University

December 2018

Bachelor of Science Nursing

Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, OK

RN to BSN Program

January 2014

Associate of Applied Science Registered Nurse

Northwest Arkansas Community College, Bentonville, AR June 2008

Licensed Practical Nurse

Northeast Technical Center, Kansas, OK

CERTIFICATIONS

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certified. Certification number: 202-***-****.

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• Arkansas State Board of Nursing. Licensure number: 225851

• BLS certified through American Heart Association.

• Willing to DOT certify.

REFERENCES

• Dr. David Tucker, Former Supervisor, 479-***-****

• Paige Davis, Clinical Preceptor at Washington Regional, 479-***-****

• Amy Jackson, Clinical Preceptor at OCH Clinic, 479-***-****

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