Alexandria Drouhard
Rocky River,OH
Summary
Nurse Practitioner with 5 years of experience in urgent and express care. Skilled in patient diagnosis, treatment planning, and education while fostering collaboration across care teams. Experienced in staff training and schedule management, with a strong focus on efficiency, adaptability, and delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Cleveland Clinic Brunswick Express Care
Brunswick, OH
11.2021 - Current
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribe and manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provide medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Improve patient outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing personalized care plans.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive patient care and enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Provide patient education to improve adherence to treatment plans and promote wellness.
- Enhance patient satisfaction by providing empathetic and clear communication regarding medical conditions and treatments.
- Float to other Express and Urgent Care sites as needed
- Schedule management
Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
Walk In Urgent Care & Job Care Services
Fairview Park, Ohio
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Worked autonomously to assess, diagnose and treat a wide range of acute illnesses and minor injuries
- Obtained in-depth patient history and performed appropriate physical assessments, including sports, school and occupational exams
- Ordered and interpreted tests for diagnosis and screening
- Provided minor wound care including suturing of uncomplicated wounds
- Developed comprehensive plan of care consistent with established guidelines
- Provided patient counseling and education in areas of health promotion, maintenance, and disease prevention
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
MetroHealth Medical Center, Cleveland Heights Campus
Cleveland Heights, Ohio
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided initial assessment and safe care to stabilize patients in a fast-paced, 16-bed department
- Independently maintained safe and effective care to patients with different acuity levels in a time-restricted and demanding environment
- Constantly communicated and collaborated with physicians and other health professionals to ensure optimal care
Staff Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
11.2014 - 11.2019
- Provided family-centered, age-appropriate care to both critically-ill pediatric and adult patients
- Gained proficiency in administration of intravenous medications, and maintenance of central venous lines, peripherally inserted central catheters, arterial lines, and implanted ports
- Educated patients and families on medications, therapies, and other cares
- Assessed critically-ill patients and used critical thinking skills to escalate care when necessary
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to promote best patient outcomes
- Served as a member on Unit Council
- Functioned in the charge nurse role which included duties such as delegating nursing assignments, preparing schedules, overseeing admissions and discharges and other responsibilities
- Functioned as a preceptor to new nurses
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, East Campus
Columbus, Ohio
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Provided initial assessment and safe care to stabilize patients in a fast-paced, 35-bed Level III trauma center
- Gained proficiency in administration of critical intravenous medication such as Diltiazem, Dopamine, Insulin, and Nitroglycerin
- Assisted in the care of traumas, cardiac arrests, stroke codes, and conscious sedation
- Independently maintained safe and effective care to patients with different acuity levels in a time-restricted and demanding environment
- Constantly communicated and collaborated with physicians and other health professionals to ensure optimal care
- Trained to insert peripheral IV catheters using ultrasound guidance
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
02-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cleveland State University
05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Dayton
05-2011
Skills
- Precept Nurse Practitioner Students
- New Hire Onboarding
- Proficient in Suturing and I&D
- Schedule Management
- Health promotion strategies
- Patient education
Certification
Family Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (FNP-C)
Registered Nurse (RN)- State of Ohio
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
Holds current DEA
Memberships
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Ohio Association Of Advanced Practice Nurses
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Cleveland Clinic Brunswick Express Care
11.2021 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
Walk In Urgent Care & Job Care Services
06.2020 - 10.2021
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
MetroHealth Medical Center, Cleveland Heights Campus
10.2019 - 06.2020
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, East Campus
07.2018 - 08.2019
Staff Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
11.2014 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Dayton
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing