ALESIA COBB
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Delivers primary care disease management for 19-30 follow-up patients per week in community and post-acute settings, being onsite to address post-acute care issues and implement protocols that reduced readmission significantly. Screens 41+ times per month for depression and cognitive change using PHQ-2, PHQ-9, and Mini Mental Examinations, then translates findings into treatment plans and adjusts 11-20 medication plans per week, with patient teaching. Strengthens continuity of care through lab interpretation, imaging review, and prevention focused counseling.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse /Reg.Nurse
Menorah Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care
St. Petersburg, FL
05.2026 - Current
- Prescriptive authority
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, resulting in increased patient satisfaction and enhanced care delivery.
- Oversaw patient management to coordinate care and ensure effective treatment plans.
- Developed comprehensive care plans that effectively addressed individual patient needs and treatment goals.
- Monitored vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care strategies based on evolving patient needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough documentation of patient progress to ensure continuity of care across shifts.
- Conducted medication reconciliation to verify patient medication lists and prevent errors.
- Managed prior authorization requests to ensure coverage for necessary patient treatments.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss care goals, ensuring concerns were addressed with sensitivity and empathy.
- Preventive care counseling
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Empath Health
Pinellas Park, FL
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Chronic care management
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Medicare documentation
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine patient needs and treatment options.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive health strategies.
- Health maintenance screening
- Clinical leadership
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/Reg.Nurse
VITAS Inpatient Hospice Unit
Largo, FL
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Administered comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient comfort and symptom management.
- Educated patients and families on hospice services, end-of-life care, and available resources.
- Mentored junior nurses in best practices for palliative care and patient communication techniques.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Chen Med
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Implemented Value Based Care model to improve patient outcomes.
- Address co-morbidities that are prevalent in Geriatric Population
- Perform comprehensive geriatric assessments that embody an individualized approach.
- Work in tandem, with physicians, other healthcare professionals, and care teams to ensure coordinated and effective care.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
PAC (Post-Acute Care) Leaders
11.2021 - 11.2024
- Manage Chronic Co-Morbidities of Patients in the Community and Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Complete physical examinations, diagnose and treat many common acute and chronic problems
- Interpret laboratory results and X-rays
- Prescribe and manage medications and other therapies
- Provide health teaching and supportive counseling with an emphasis on prevention of illness.
- Actively make Rounds at Long Term and Sub Acute Facilities
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Pulmonary Clinic
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Managed Pulmonary Patient
- Interpretation of Pulmonary Function Test
- Prescribed: Bronchodilators accordingly
- Treat accordingly to The Fleischner Society pulmonary nodule recommendations
- Interpretations of Sleep Studies Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI), which indicates the severity of your sleep apnea: AHI of 5 or less: Normal for adults, AHI of 5-14: Mild sleep apnea, AHI of 15-30: Moderate sleep apnea
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
AFC Urgent Care
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Provides emergency response to patients in distress in diagnostic imaging
- Deliver primary care disease management, education, health counseling episodic and wellness care for patients and families
- Manage and oversee medical assistant personnel, supervise licensed practical nurses when performing, point of care testings.
- Examines and treats walk in patients who are injured on the job
- Worker's Compensation
- Discuss laboratory results, of CBC with diff, CMP, Immunoglobulins studies, COVID 19 PCR, COVID 19 Rapid, STI blood studies, urinalysis
- Fasting laboratory studies, for lipids, hemoglobin A1C, thyroid panels, renal blood studies
- Laboratory monitoring for medications: warfarin, anti-viral medications, anti-epileptic drugs
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Affiliated Health Clinics
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Mini Mental Examinations, PHQ-2, PHQ-9 Depression Screening Tools
- Manage Chronic Co-Morbidities of Patients in the Community, and Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Complete physical examinations, diagnose and treat many common acute and chronic problems
- Interpret laboratory results and X-rays
- Prescribe and manage medications and other therapies
- Provide health teaching and supportive counseling with an emphasis on prevention of illness.
- Actively make Rounds at Long Term and Sub Acute Facilities.
- Currently have prescriptive authority, meaning they can write prescriptions of certain categories of medications, CNI-CNV
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Dr. Vincent Dielia
Dunedin, Florida
01.2018 - 02.2021
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation standards.
- Modified treatment and care plans, as necessary.
- Communicated with family members and guardians about children's health.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Dr. Robert Kaszuba
Safety Harbor, Florida
03.2016 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Examined patients and studied symptoms to diagnose conditions.
- Facilitated referrals to specialists as needed based on assessment findings or physician requests.
- Prescribed medications within scope of practice guidelines.
Nursing Educator
Galen College of Nursing
Tampa, FL
03.2014 - 02.2016
- Developed curriculum for nursing programs, aligning with institutional goals and industry standards.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based teaching strategies to enhance student learning. Encouraged Team Participation
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance teaching methodologies and resources.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback on skills and Pediatric Care.
- Mentored nursing students, fostering academic growth and professional development throughout their program.
- Evaluated program effectiveness and implemented course improvements for adult, geriatric, and pediatric populations.
- Participated in committees related to health care policy formation and implementation.
- Educated families on pediatric health issues and post-discharge care instructions.
- Performed diagnostic procedures such as venipunctures, immunizations and wound irrigations according to established protocols.
Nursing Clinical Instructor
Galen College of Nursing
Tampa, FL
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback sessions across pediatric and adult care, enhancing learning outcomes.
- Guided students in applying theoretical knowledge to practical situations in adult and pediatric care, fostering real-world clinical skills.
- Mentored nursing students, fostering their professional growth and confidence.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve educational goals in pediatric and adolescent nursing.
Education
Family Nurse Practitioner-Master - Science In Nursing
South University
Tampa, FL06-2014
Master of Science -
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ03-2011
Bachelor Degree - Nursing
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL03-2007
Skills
- Advanced Clinical Care
- Comprehensive geriatric assessment
- Chronic disease management
- Pulmonary function test interpretation
- Sleep study interpretation
- Medication management
- Practice Coordination
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Diagnostic result interpretation
- Clinical assessment
- Growth and development monitoring
- Chart updating
- Pediatric CPR
- Allergy management
- Growth monitoring
- Pediatric nursing care
- Neonatal care
- Child development
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization
Certification
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners - Board Certification
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA License)
- Registered Nurse License
- Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Accomplishments
- Achieved Family Nurse Practitioner by completing Master Degree Program South University with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved Membership with Sigma Theta Tau. Most recognizable International Honor Society of Nurses.
- Volunteered hours and engaged with other Mbrs of Medicine to collaborate and discuss how to become a leading provider in the community.
Hobbies and Interests
- Mindfulness Practices
- High-Intensity Interval Training
- Gym Workouts
Personal Information
Title: FNP-BC, MSN, BSN, RN
Volunteer Experience
- Coordinated community outreach programs to engage local residents and increase participation.
- Developed training materials for new volunteers, enhancing onboarding efficiency and knowledge retention.
- Led team meetings to discuss goals, share updates, and strategize project improvements.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse /Reg.Nurse
Menorah Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care
05.2026 - Current
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Empath Health
04.2026 - 05.2026
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/Reg.Nurse
VITAS Inpatient Hospice Unit
01.2026 - 03.2026
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Chen Med
01.2025 - 12.2025
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Pulmonary Clinic
06.2024 - 09.2024
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
PAC (Post-Acute Care) Leaders
11.2021 - 11.2024
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
AFC Urgent Care
09.2021 - 10.2021
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Affiliated Health Clinics
02.2021 - 09.2021
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Dr. Vincent Dielia
01.2018 - 02.2021
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Dr. Robert Kaszuba
03.2016 - 01.2018
Nursing Educator
Galen College of Nursing
03.2014 - 02.2016
Nursing Clinical Instructor
Galen College of Nursing
01.2012 - 03.2013
Family Nurse Practitioner-Master - Science In Nursing
South University
Master of Science -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor Degree - Nursing
University of South Florida