Registered Nurse Practitioner
Resume:
Kerline R. Chery
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Evans GA, 30809 706-***-****
OBJECTIVE
With twelve years of experience as a registered nurse in med-surge and intensive care units, I am an enthusiastic and compassionate family nurse practitioner seeking an advanced practice nursing position that will allow me to utilize my excellent communication, teaching, and mentoring abilities. I am a reliable and dedicated learner with a strong work ethic.
EDUCATION
Walden University, Minneapolis MN 55401
MSN, 02/2019-11/2022
Rhode Island College of Nursing, Providence, RI 02860
BSN, 01/2006-05/2011
Johnson & Wales University, Providence, RI 02860
B.S. Information Science/ Concentration in Networking 03/2001- 05/2004
A.S. Computer/Business Applications / Concentration in Database 03/2001- 01/2003
LICENSURE
Professional Certification ANCC FNP-BC 202-***-**** Expiration 02/25/2029
Advance Practice-NP- GA License # RN263566 Expiration 01/31/2027
Registered Prof Nurse – eNLC/GA License # RN263566 Expiration 01/31/2027
BLS Expiration 12/31/2024
ACLS Expiration 12/31/2024
FNP Practicum
Primary Care adults across lifespan 160 hours 03/2021-05/2021
Primary Care of adolescence and children 160 hours 08/2021-11/2021
Synthesis in Advanced Nursing Practice of
Patients in Family Care Settings 160 Hours 05/2022-08/2022
Advanced Nurse Practice in Reproductive Health Care
And Advanced Nurse Practice in Obstetric Health Care 160 Hours 08/2022-11/2022
Clinical Rotations- 600 hours in the primary care setting
Demonstrated the ability to comprehensively assess, evaluate and manage the healthcare needs of adult and pediatric patients across the lifespan.
Conducted thorough health histories and physical examinations for patients with complex acute and chronic conditions, selected and interpreted appropriate diagnoses to guide treatment.
Developed comprehensive, evidence-based management plans including patient education, non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic modalities, integrated appropriate continuity of care and ongoing illness management.
Incorporated advanced technology and electronic medical records to accurately document healthcare interactions.
Displayed professionalism and maintained patient confidentiality by fostering a trusting environment with appropriate boundaries.
Provided effective health education and coached lifestyle behavior changes, evaluating outcomes of patient education.
Practiced safe, competent care within scope of practice and expected professional behaviors for an advanced practice nurse practitioner, considering access, cost, efficacy and quality while making care decisions.
Demonstrated advanced collaboration, consultation and participation with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Assumed personal responsibility and accountability for clinical practice, professional development and quality of care.
Integrated culturally sensitive care by managing personal biases, incorporating patient preferences, beliefs and values into care plans for diverse adult and geriatric populations and evaluated management effectiveness based on evidence-based guidelines.
NURSING EXPERIENCE
Charlie Norwood VA of Augusta - Augusta, GA 01/2018-Present
Registered Nurse, BSN
Stepdown/MICU/SICU
Care for critically ill patients on mechanical ventilator, requiring continuous renal therapy, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, Left ventricular Assistive device, and Swan Ganz catheter.
Care for patients on sedation, vasopressors, anti-arrhythmic, anti-hypertensive, anti-coagulant, and Insulin drip.
Respond and attend to in house code blue and rapid response.
Preceptor for new employees, new grads and nursing students.
Augusta Health Medical Center - Augusta, GA 01//2017-10//2020
Registered Nurse, BSN
Intermediate Cardiac Care Unit – Step Down and CCU
Understanding of cardiac monitoring equipment
The ability to care for patients on IV drips (Nitroglycerin, Furosemide, Amiodarone, Dopamine, Cardizem, Heparin and more)
Care of post cardiac catheterization patient (diagnostic and interventional)
Experience with femoral artery sheath pulled and management of patients after cardiac catheterization procedure.
Care of post-acute MI patient
The ability to identify and manage life-sustaining physiologic functions in unstable patients.
Care of general medical/surgical patient
Charlie Norwood VA of Augusta - Augusta, GA 07/2015-01/2018
Registered Nurse, BSN
Medical-Telemetry nurse providing direct nursing care to critically ill veterans with multisystem disorders.
Patient assessment and documentation
Cardiac Telemetry monitoring, Medication administration, Patient education, Phlebotomy, IV insertion and care, PICC line care, Foley catheter insertion, blood administration
Patient discharge planning and teaching, delegation
Advocate for patient as needed.
Occasional charge nurse responsible for managing nursing staff, delegating assignments, overseeing admissions and discharges of patients.
Performs as a preceptor of new staff nurses and nursing students while providing high-quality nursing care to 4-5 patients.
VA Medical Center of Providence - Providence, RI 01/2013- 07/2015
Registered Nurse, BSN
Work as a Med-Surg nurse providing direct nursing care to critically ill veterans with multisystemic disorders.
Patient assessment and documentation
Cardiac Telemetry monitoring, Medication administration, Patient education, Phlebotomy, IV insertion and care, PICC line care, foley catheter insertion, blood administration
Patient discharge planning and teaching, delegation
Advocate for patient as needed.
Occasional charge nurse responsible for managing nursing staff, delegating assignments, overseeing admissions and discharges of patients.
Precept new staff nurses and nursing students while providing high-quality nursing care to 4-5 patients.
VA Medical Center of Providence - Providence, RI 07/2011- 01/2013
Registered Nurse, BSN
Work as a psychiatric nurse, care for veterans with PTSD, Multiple Substance dependence, Military Sexual Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorder, Dementia and more.
Patient assessment, medication administration, developing nursing care plans.
Providing direct nursing care to mentally ill patients and conducting family teaching, milieu and behavioral therapy, group therapy, assisted with crisis intervention and counseling.
Working in conjunction with other members of the mental treatment team to maintain a safe and secure environment, assist with discharge planning and deposition.
Reference available upon request
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