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Abigail Tsimba-Chitsva APRN-DNP

Omaha,NE

Summary

Accomplished Nurse Practitioner with a DNP and over a decade of healthcare experience, specializing in neurosurgery spine care at Nebraska Medicine. Expert in diagnosing and managing complex spine conditions, leveraging strong analytical skills and proficiency in EMR systems. Demonstrates exceptional communication and teamwork, ensuring comprehensive patient-centered care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Practitioner, Neurosurgery Spine

Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, Nebraska
09.2021 - Current
  • Board-certified Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Doctoral trained Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC, DNP) with over a decade experience in healthcare field and 4 years of expertise in management of simple and complex spine-related conditions, including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, myelopathy, radiculopathy, neurogenic claudication and spine tumors.
  • Competent in comprehensive and focused patient history and physical examinations to diagnose spine conditions and manage pain.
  • Well versed in Ordering, interpreting, and analyzing diagnostic tests, including X-rays, EMGs, CT scans, MRIs, and blood work, to determine appropriate treatments.
  • knowledgeable in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, incorporating therapeutic interventions, physical therapy, chiropractic care, and medication management.
  • Experienced in Prescribing and administering medications, orthotics, and braces in compliance with state and clinic guidelines.
  • Competent in providing patient education regarding spine conditions, treatment options, pre and post spine surgery information.
  • Collaborate well with Spine Surgeon as well as healthcare team
  • Utilize clinical judgment to consult with supervising physicians or refer patients to specialists when necessary.

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care

University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE
06-2020

Associate of Science - Science

Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NE
12-2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE
12-2010

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE
06-2007

Skills

  • Ability to relate to patients and staff, to assess patient needs and to provide appropriate healthcare services
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written form
  • Effective critical thinking and analytical skills
  • Knowledge of healthcare policy, Medicare/Medicaid regulations and societal factors affecting the delivery of primary healthcare
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a multi-disciplinary team setting
  • Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems

Certification

  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Nebraska
  • Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Board Certified (AANC)
  • Registered Nurse (RN) Nebraska
  • Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) - Americal Heart Association
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification - American Heart Association

SERVICE ACTIVITIES

2015 - 2020            UNMC Nursing Clinical Instructor

2018 - current    Student Preceptor, Nebraska Medicine 

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

2019 - present  Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society

2021 - present  American Association of Neurological Surgeons

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner, Neurosurgery Spine

Nebraska Medicine
09.2021 - Current

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care

University of Nebraska Medical Center

Associate of Science - Science

Metropolitan Community College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Nebraska Medical Center

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Bellevue University

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