Amber Hammer MSN PNP-PC, FNP-BC
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Dual board certified family and pediatric nurse practitioner. Over 15 years of nursing experience in a high-volume hospital environment. Additional experience includes level 1 treatment with botulinum toxin and dermal filler. As a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with 6 years of direct care experience, my primary expertise is diagnosis and treatment through the emergency room. As a certified Family Nurse Practitioner my experience includes 1 year of clinical practice in the primary care setting and virtual health . I utilize evidenced based medicine to deliver up to date evaluations and treatment across the lifespan.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Gary Job Corps Center
San Marcos, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages, including physical examinations, health assessments, and immunizations.
- Developed individualized patient treatment plans based on identified needs and medical history.
- Prescribed medications and monitored progress for effectiveness of treatments.
- Ordered routine diagnostic tests such as laboratory work, EKGs, x-rays, ultrasounds and other imaging studies.
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
GSEP
San Antonio, TX
03.2017 - Current
- Treated pediatric patients with minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems and growth and development concerns.
- Examined patients and studied symptoms to diagnose conditions.
- Incorporated evidence-based care into practice environment to deliver high-quality care for patients.
- Referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Magnificus/VIPRR
San Antonio, TX
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Performed virtual evaluations of lab tests and reconciled medication.
- Educated patients relative to health care urgency and community resources available to meet needs.
- performed brief virtual screenings to assess mental health and provide behavior health referrals as needed.
- virtually assessed medical readiness for military deployment.
- Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
BCFS
San Antonio, TX
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted health screenings, performed comprehensive assessments on youth/teens.
- Treated pediatric patients with minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems and growth and development concerns.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Operated in dual capacity, serving as a lead clinician of medical services.
Emergency Room Nurse
Pediatric, Children’s Hospital of San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
01.2012 - 02.2017
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Determined patient injury and illness by performing triage on incoming patients daily.
Education
Post Masters Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Boston, MA2022
Masters of Science - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas El Paso
2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech Health Science Center
2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
2007
Skills
- Triaging patient concerns
- Medication and IV administration
- Intake and discharge
- Talented in minor surgery assistance
- Computerized charting specialist
- Medical records management
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Diagnostic tools experience
- Preventive Care
Accomplishments
- Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Preceptor
- National Cystic Fibrosis Conference 2009.
- Lead NP for ORR EMD refugee shelter
Certification
- CPR Certified
- PALS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- Level 1 Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Filler
References
References Upon Request
Credentials
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner License# AP132373
American Academy of Nurse Practitioner Certification Board certification # F07220401
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care 2016
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board Advanced Practice Registered License# AP132373
Board Examination 2007 RN License #747239, State of Texas
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Gary Job Corps Center
05.2023 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Magnificus/VIPRR
10.2022 - 04.2023
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
BCFS
03.2021 - 12.2021
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
GSEP
03.2017 - Current
Emergency Room Nurse
Pediatric, Children’s Hospital of San Antonio
01.2012 - 02.2017
Post Masters Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Masters of Science - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas El Paso
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech Health Science Center
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
- CPR Certified
- PALS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- Level 1 Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Filler
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