Raymond Twum-Barima
Nurse Practitioner
Vineland,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 5 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wound care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of Athena and Point-Click Care EMR. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Village Medical Primary Care LLC
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Reliance Medical Group L L C
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Provided information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Clare Medical Of New Jersey
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Traveled by car to visit average of 8 patients each day to perform initial visits and physical examinations.
- Provided information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Examined wounds and treated lacerations with bandaging, suturing, and topical medications.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues
Staff Registered Nurse
Virtua Rehabilitation Center - Berlin
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
Registered Nurse Care Manager
Power Back Rehabilitation
09.2013 - 03.2017
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Charge Registered Nurse
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Of Vineland
04.2011 - 09.2013
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Genesis Healthcare Center
03.2011 - 01.2012
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Newborn Nurses. The Nbn Group
05.2011 - 08.2012
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Staff Registered Nurse
CareOne At Evesham
12.2008 - 02.2011
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
LPN Staff Nurse
Brandywine Nursing And Rehabilitation Center Inc
09.2005 - 09.2008
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Cultural Awareness
- Team building
- Written Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Village Medical Primary Care LLC
05.2021 - 08.2023
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Reliance Medical Group L L C
11.2019 - 05.2021
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Clare Medical Of New Jersey
04.2018 - 10.2019
Staff Registered Nurse
Virtua Rehabilitation Center - Berlin
06.2017 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse Care Manager
Power Back Rehabilitation
09.2013 - 03.2017
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Newborn Nurses. The Nbn Group
05.2011 - 08.2012
Charge Registered Nurse
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Of Vineland
04.2011 - 09.2013
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Genesis Healthcare Center
03.2011 - 01.2012
Staff Registered Nurse
CareOne At Evesham
12.2008 - 02.2011
LPN Staff Nurse
Brandywine Nursing And Rehabilitation Center Inc
09.2005 - 09.2008
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