Organized Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with 9 years of experience. Committed to comprehensive patient care and working quickly under pressure. Successful at collaborating with doctors and ensuring parent education for excellent care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Cockerell & McIntosh Pediatrics
03.2015 - Current
Under the supervision of collaborating physicians, assumed multiple clinical functions involved with the care of both well and ill patients, including: diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care, for preventive and health maintenance of pediatric patients, ages birth to age 21.
Ordering and implementation of diagnostic tests, diagnosis, development of treatment plan, prescribing medications and patient follow-ups.
Performing medical procedures such as casting fractures, splinting injuries, closing lacerations and wounds, abscess incision and drainage, and wound debridement.
Provide anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practices.
Cultivate rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
Registered Nurse
Lee’s Summit Physicians Group
09.2010 - 03.2015
Obtain patient history, current vital signs, assessments and discussing current health concerns
Patient ages: Birth through 21 years
Administer medications and immunizations
Perform and assist providers in procedures including dressing changes, wound, eye and ear irrigation, x-ray films, specimen collection and testing
Patient education, including follow up testing, assessments, well child care, nebulizer treatments and specific disease processes
Arrange consults and outside tests, including x-rays, MRI’s, lab collections and referrals to specialists and/or other facilities.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse
North Kansas City School District
08.2010 - 03.2015
Conduct normal growth and development screening to identify existing problems and recognize factors that identify individuals at risk
Utilize appropriate health counseling and guidance techniques while collaborating with other health care providers and agencies outside the school system to ensure continuity of care
Apply sound decision-making process to school nursing practice
Teach first aid procedures and legal aspects of giving emergency care to staff, students and parents
Obtain and record comprehensive immunization history as well as assuming responsibility for compiling immunization reports for compliance with state statues
Develop comprehensive nursing care plans with specific goals and objectives.
Pediatric Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics
05.2008 - 06.2010
Bedside nursing in 27 bed PICU (Ages birth-21 years)
Primary diagnoses treated consist of, bone marrow transplant, congenital heart defects, liver and renal transplant, neurological and endocrine disturbances, respiratory failure/distress and trauma
Perform and assist physicians in common procedures such as, arterial punctures, cardioversion, care, monitoring and discontinuation of arterial and central lines, continuous renal replacement therapy, defibrillation, external/transthoracic pacing, intracranial pressure monitoring, initiating and monitoring continuous infusions of high risk medications such as insulin, thrombolytics, vasoconstrictors and vasodilators, mechanical ventilation including high frequency oscillator ventilation
Participate in multiple research projects in compliance with NACHRI.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Nurse Technician (Pediatric and Adult Med/Surg)
Olathe Medical Center
05.2007 - 05.2008
Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths, and performing dress changes for patients.
Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support to patients during daily activities.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Served as a reliable resource for patients, families, and fellow staff members by remaining approachable and knowledgeable about all aspects of nursing care.
Implemented fall prevention strategies, reducing patient injuries and increasing overall safety within the healthcare facility.
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
North Kansas City Hospital
04.2005 - 01.2008
Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing, PNP -
Saint Louis University
Saint Louis, Missouri
12.2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Avila University
Kansas City, Missouri
05.2008
Skills
Pediatric Physical Exams
Acute illness treatment
Well childhood exams
Family guidance
Nutrition counseling
Medication Prescribing
Fracture Management
Telehealth services
Health Promotion
Emergency Care
Asthma Management
Diagnostics
Newborn care
Allergy management
Developmental screening
Laceration Repair
Physician Collaboration
Immunizations
Urgent Care Procedures
Well-Baby Examinations
Certification
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board Certified Missouri Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
Registered Nurse, compact state licensed
Activities
Assistant Cheerleading Coach, 04/2011, 05/2015, North Kansas City High School
Member of Children's Mercy PICU Scheduling Task Force, 02/2010, 06/2010
Member of North Kansas City Hospital Laboratory Ops Team, 04/2006, 01/2008