DANELLE "Niki" BROWN
Asante
Medford
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
Family Nurse Practitioner with 12 years of advanced practice experience spanning outpatient gastroenterology, inpatient GI/hepatology, and women's health, supported by 11 years of intensive care nursing. Experienced in independent clinical assessment, complex diagnostic reasoning, chronic disease management, interdisciplinary consultation, and patient education. Background includes charge nursing, clinical preceptorship, quality improvement, clinical research, and international service. Seeking to contribute comprehensive, patient-centered care within Veterans Health Administration.
Diligent advanced practice provider (APP) with solid background in patient care and medical treatments. Proven track record of providing comprehensive healthcare, managing chronic conditions, and improving patient outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in diagnosing and treating diverse medical conditions while collaborating with healthcare teams.
Work History
Nurse Practitioner, Gastroenterology
8 Months- Independently assess, diagnose, and treat outpatient GI and hepatology patients, with emphasis on inflammatory bowel disease, cirrhosis, and general gastrointestinal conditions.
- Review laboratory testing, imaging, endoscopic and pathology findings; establish individualized treatment plans and provide longitudinal follow-up.
- Assessed complex patient conditions and developed evidence-based treatment plans across ambulatory and acute care settings.
- Diagnosed illnesses, ordered appropriate diagnostics, and interpreted results to guide timely clinical interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and care teams to coordinate safe, patient-centered care.
- Educated patients and families on medications, chronic disease management, and preventive care strategies.
- Documented comprehensive encounters in electronic health records with accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Prescribed medications within scope of practice while monitoring responses and adjusting plans as needed.
- Triaged urgent concerns and prioritized care needs to support efficient clinic and hospital workflows.
- Mentored clinical staff and promoted best practices for quality, safety, and continuity of care.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
Nurse Practitioner, Gastroenterology (general)
11 Years- Predominantly inpatient GI/hepatology service (approximately 2017–2026); outpatient practice (2015–approximately 2017).
- Evaluated and managed hospitalized patients with GI bleeding, hepatic dysfunction, hepatitis, decompensated cirrhosis, pancreatitis, GI and hepatobiliary cancers, hepatobiliary diseases/obstructions, etc. and acute inflammatory bowel disease.
- Assessed critically ill patients for appropriateness and timing of endoscopic evaluation, integrating clinical stability, procedural risks, laboratory studies, and imaging.
- Coordinated complex care with gastroenterology, internal medicine, critical care, surgery, and hematology/oncology teams.
- Earlier outpatient practice included new patient evaluations, diagnostic workups, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
Nurse Practitioner
1 Year- Provided outpatient preventive and gynecologic care, including well-woman examinations, screening, contraception counseling, menopausal care, and management of common gynecologic concerns.
Endoscopy RN / Charge RN
3 Years- Provided peri-procedural endoscopy nursing care; supported unit operations, new nurse onboarding, preceptorship, and unit-based council activities.
Intensive Care RN / Charge RN
11 Years- Provided care for critically ill patients; served as charge nurse and preceptor for new graduate nurses and nursing students.
- Participated in staffing and scheduling councils, ICU-specific staff education, and clinical practice initiatives.
Clinical Research Coordinator (Part-Time)
3 Years- Coordinated pharmaceutical trials, including recruitment, eligibility screening, informed consent, study visits, investigational medication administration, data collection, and regulatory documentation.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Interprofessional collaboration
Interprofessional collaboration
Interprofessional collaboration
Interprofessional collaboration
Interprofessional collaboration
Interprofessional collaboration
Interprofessional collaboration
Interprofessional collaboration
Interprofessional collaboration
Interprofessional collaboration
Accomplishments
- Honorary Faculty, Clinical Service Professor — The George Washington University School of Nursing (Haiti clinical service), 2016–2017
- GWU Haiti Medical Missions — 2014 and 2016; multidisciplinary clinical assessment and treatment planning in Caracol Industrial Park; 2014 team served more than 500 patients.
- Oregon Mission of Mercy — Volunteer, 2012; assisted in large community based dental clinic in Medford, Or.
- DAISY Award Nominee — Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, 2014
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner-Certified (FNP-C), AANPCB
- Oregon RN and NP licenses, active.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner, Gastroenterology
Asante
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Nurse Practitioner, Gastroenterology (general)
Gastroenterology Consultants
01.2015 - 01.2026Read More
Nurse Practitioner
Women's Health Group
01.2014 - 01.2015Read More
Endoscopy RN / Charge RN
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2014Read More
Intensive Care RN / Charge RN
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2014Read More
Clinical Research Coordinator (Part-Time)
Medford Neurology & Spine
01.2000 - 01.2003Read More
Oregon Health & Science University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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The George Washington University
Master of Science from Family Nurse Practitioner
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Community Service
The George Washington University School of Nursing, Haiti clinical service, Clinical Service Professor, Caracol Industrial Park, 2016, 2017, Honorary Faculty, Clinical Service Professor — The George Washington University School of Nursing (Haiti clinical service), 2016–2017, GWU Haiti Medical Missions — 2014 and 2016; multidisciplinary clinical assessment and treatment planning in Caracol Industrial Park; 2014 team served more than 500 patients.
Recognition
DAISY Award Nominee — Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, 2014
Personal Information
Title: FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER | APP Candidate