TIMETRA D. CLARK
Nurse Practitioner
Chicago,IL
Summary
Versatile and caring Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner with 5 years of nursing experience providing care in acute and chronic dialysis environments. Offering expertise in nephrological diagnosis and dialysis treatment. Works effectively within healthcare teams to provide high-quality care to patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Travel Dialysis Nurse
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Sarasota, FL
10.2021 - Current
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions, and dialytic treatments.
- Educated patients and families on dialysis side effects.
- Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
- Communicated with physicians and hospital staff regarding significant information to notify staff of issues and changes.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
FNP Student
Advocate South Suburban Hospital
Hazel Crest, Joliet, IL
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Completed 200 clinical hours in Emergency Department Fast Track
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Examined wounds and treated lacerations with bandaging, suturing and topical medications.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
FNP Student
Will County Health Department
Joliet, IL
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Completed 100 hours of clinical practice in Pediatrics
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, school and sports physicals, and behavioral health assessments.
- Assessed, evaluated and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Provided anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practices.
- Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.
FNP Student
Will County Health Department
Joliet, IL
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Completed 150 hours of clinical work in Adult Health
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests..
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
FNP Student
Harlem Medical Center
Bridgeview, IL
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Completed 150 clinical hours in Family Medicine
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
Acute Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
Chicago, IL
03.2018 - 10.2021
- Document daily treatment and medication changes as well as collaborating with physicians with labs and updates of patient’s status in timely manner
- Deliver quality care to patients with multiple co-morbidities with ability to leverage broad range of nursing skills and knowledge
- Provide continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) to critical care patients
- Analyzed emergency situations and took prompt action to save lives.
Chronic Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
Chicago, IL
03.2018 - 10.2020
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of 16 patients in challenging in-center environment.
DIRECTOR OF NURSING
Tri-State Nursing and Rehab
Lansing, IL
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Oversaw Care Plan compliance and updates in accordance with prescribed plan of care
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Evaluated work performance of 32 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Saint Francis
Joliet, IL12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05.2015
Skills
- Specialist Referrals
- Epic Systems
- Diagnostic Tests Ordering & Interventions
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Health Care Evaluation
- Physical Examinations
- Outpatient Care
- Patient-centered Care
- Medical History Review
- Health Promotion
- Critical Thinking
Affiliations
American Association of Nurse Practitioners, AANP, 2021
American Nephrology Nurse Association, ANNA, 2020
American Association of Directors of Nursing Services, AADNS, 2017-2018
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, 2015
American Nurses Association, ANA, 2015
Certification
- BLS & ACLS Certification, 08/2023
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification, 05/2023
- Registered Nurse in FL, IL, IN
Timeline
Travel Dialysis Nurse
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - Current
FNP Student
Advocate South Suburban Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2021
FNP Student
Will County Health Department
02.2021 - 03.2021
FNP Student
Will County Health Department
09.2020 - 12.2020
FNP Student
Harlem Medical Center
06.2020 - 08.2020
Acute Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
03.2018 - 10.2021
Chronic Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
03.2018 - 10.2020
DIRECTOR OF NURSING
Tri-State Nursing and Rehab
06.2017 - 03.2018
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Saint Francis
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
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