Nurse Practitioner Gynecology and Oncology Specialist

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DEBRA WERLEY

Nurse Practitioner

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Nurse Practitioner with over 9 years of extensive expertise in providing comprehensive gynecologic and oncology care, fostering informed patient decisions through effective education and compassionate communication. Skilled in EMR, care planning, and team leadership, contributing to a supportive and collaborative clinical environment. Committed to integrating research into practice and enhancing patient outcomes through continuous quality improvement initiatives.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

WOMEN’S HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONERMay 2016 – October 2025

Texas OncologyDallas, Texas

Manage oncology patient care, ensuring protocol adherence and effective treatment.

Coordinate with physicians for comprehensive patient evaluations and procedural support.

Educate patients and families on care plans, fostering informed health decisions.

Integrate research findings into practice, enhancing treatment strategies.

Supervise nursing staff, optimizing team performance and patient outcomes.

VOLUNTEER NURSE PRACTITIONERJun 2021 - Present

Community Women’s Health Clinic at Caring Physicians Charity NetworkBurleson, Texas

Provide comprehensive gynecologic care to underserved women, including well-woman exams, Pap smears, contraceptive counseling, hormone therapy, and STI screening/treatment.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care, including referrals for mammograms, behavioral health, and social services.

Educate patients on preventive health measures, family planning, and menopause management with compassion and cultural sensitivity.

Document patient encounters accurately in EMR and participate in clinic quality improvement initiatives.

Mentor nursing students and new volunteers, contributing to a collaborative and supportive clinical environment.

STAFF NURSE

Huguley Medical Associates Women’s Health Ambulatory ClinicFort Worth, Texas

Assessed patient conditions, shared insights with physicians, enhanced care coordination.

Communicated findings to physicians, improved patient outcomes through informed decisions.

Evaluated patient conditions, collaborated with medical team, ensured accurate diagnosis.

Analyzed patient data, facilitated physician consultations, optimized treatment plans.

YOUTH MINISTER

St Ann Catholic ChurchBurleson, Texas

Led religious education for 300 youth, enhancing spiritual growth and community engagement.

Coordinated youth retreats, promoting teamwork and personal development.

Engaged with volunteers and parents, fostering a supportive community environment.

CONSULTING RN

Erinakes Home Health ConsultingFort Worth, Texas

Conducted Medicare surveys, boosting audit accuracy and compliance.

Audited charts, elevating Medicare documentation standards.

Identified compliance gaps, enhancing Medicare readiness.

PREOP CHARGE NURSE/QUALITY ASSURANCE

Arlington Day SurgeryArlington, Texas

Managed preoperative area for 10 ORs, enhancing patient flow and care quality.

Directed QA department, improving compliance and operational standards.

Optimized processes, achieving measurable efficiency improvements.

Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure superior patient outcomes.

Implemented quality checks, reducing errors and enhancing patient safety.

OR STAFF NURSE

North Monroe HospitalMonroe, Louisiana

Delivered patient care in OR, enhancing recovery times and team efficiency.

LABOR & DELIVERY STAFF NURSE

Crossett Memorial HospitalCrossett, Arkansas

Delivered comprehensive maternal care, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction.

Collaborated with medical teams to improve delivery outcomes and reduce complications.

Utilized advanced monitoring for maternal and fetal health during labor.

Educated families on postnatal care, promoting informed decisions.

Managed emergencies efficiently, ensuring effective responses.

OR STAFF NURSE

Doctor's Hospital of OpelousasOpelousas, Louisiana

Provided precise OR patient care, enhancing outcomes through teamwork and expertise.

Collaborated with surgical teams, boosting procedural efficiency and safety.

Implemented infection control, reducing post-operative complications.

Utilized critical thinking in emergencies, ensuring patient safety.

Contributed to a supportive environment, fostering team collaboration.

EDUCATION

MASTER OF SCIENCE NURSINGDec 2015

University of South AlabamaMobile, Alabama

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING

University of Texas-ArlingtonArlington, Texas

ASSOCIATE, NURSING

Southern Arkansas UniversityMagnolia, Arkansas

COURSES

HEALTH CARE PROVIDER CPR

American Heart Association

CNOR

Competency & Credentialing Institute

SKILLS

Patient Care (Expert), Clinical Documentation (Expert), Healthcare Management (Expert), Patient Education (Expert), Quality Assurance (Expert), EMR (Expert), Clinical Assessment (Expert), Care Planning (Expert), Team Leadership (Expert), Medicare Compliance (Expert), Patient Advocacy (Expert), Interpersonal Communication (Expert), Public Health (Experienced), Mentoring (Experienced).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

LICENSURE

Debra Werley

License, State of Texas (Active)

License, State of Arkansas (Inactive)

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