Laquanda Spince
Stockbridge,Georgia
Summary
- Compassionate and dedicated registered nurse and family nurse practitioner seeking a NP position in an Telehealth platform. With several years of clinical experience in diverse settings, offering excellent patient assessment skills and a dedication to providing holistic, high-quality care. Passionate about building relationships with patients to create a sense of trust and care.
- Knowledgeable healthcare professional adept at completing age-appropriate examinations, ordering correct labs and prescribing medical interventions to manage both acute and chronic medical issues. Proficient in educating patients and families in procedures, at-home care and preventive measures.
- Certified nurse practitioner with expertise the field. Proficient in patient and family education regarding the management of acute and chronic health conditions. Self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and management skills. Successful in prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Openloop via CompHealth (Telehealth)
Stockbridge, GA
04.2024 - Current
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Advised patients on proper nutrition, exercise regimens, stress management techniques.
- Educated patients and families about medical treatments and self-care management techniques.
- Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Reviewed lab test results.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems for accurate documentation of patient care.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to maintain certification and expertise.
Nurse Practitioner Consultant (Telehealth)
Care Source via Comp Health
Atlanta, Georgia
04.2021 - Current
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning decisions.
- Collaborated with physicians in the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system according to established standards.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings focused on improving patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and family members during difficult times.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes.
- Participated in quality assurance activities such as chart reviews and performance improvement initiatives.
- Conducted well-child checks, including growth and development assessments and guidance on nutrition and physical activity.
- Offered telehealth consultations to provide accessible care for patients in remote or underserved areas.
- Provided patient education on disease prevention, health maintenance, and the management of chronic conditions.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
KBS Health Clinic
Stockbridge, Georgia
01.2020 - Current
- Counseled patients on health risks associated with smoking, obesity, stress management and addiction.
- Managed referrals to specialists when necessary and followed up with results from referrals.
- Assisted in developing protocols related to clinical operations within the practice setting.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay current on best practices within the field of nursing.
- Served as a mentor for new graduate nurses entering into Family Nurse Practitioner roles.
- Prescribed medications and monitored progress for effectiveness of treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians in the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system according to established standards.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings focused on improving patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients about preventative healthcare measures including nutrition, exercise and lifestyle modification.
- Provided direct supervision to nurse practitioners-in-training during clinical rotations.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes.
Family Nurse Practitioner (Mental Health)
COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE OF GEORGIA
Morrow, Georgia
11.2016 - Current
- Attended multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and collaborate on treatment plans.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in the field of Behavioral Health Nursing.
- Monitored medications to ensure proper dosage levels and effectiveness.
- Worked closely with psychiatrists and other medical staff members to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Adhered to ethical principles of autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence and justice while providing nursing care.
- Performed crisis intervention when needed to deescalate volatile situations.
- Coordinated with community resources to provide referrals for additional services such as housing, employment assistance.
- Created a safe environment that promoted trust among patients and families during their hospital stay.
- Educated patients and families about diagnosis, treatments options and potential side effects associated with medications prescribed by physicians.
- Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide or self-harm and implemented safety protocols as necessary.
- Cared for acutely ill psychiatric patients who were experiencing psychotic episodes or severe depression.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the facility.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
SOUTH ATLANTA PRIMARY CARE
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Counseled patients on health risks associated with smoking, obesity, stress management and addiction.
- Managed referrals to specialists when necessary and followed up with results from referrals.
- Assisted in developing protocols related to clinical operations within the practice setting.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay current on best practices within the field of nursing.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as laboratory work, EKGs, x-rays, ultrasounds and other imaging studies.
- Served as a mentor for new graduate nurses entering into Family Nurse Practitioner roles.
- Prescribed medications and monitored progress for effectiveness of treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians in the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system according to established standards.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings focused on improving patient outcomes.
- Obtained informed consent prior to initiating any medical procedure or test.
- Provided emotional support to patients and family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients about preventative healthcare measures including nutrition, exercise and lifestyle modification.
- Provided direct supervision to nurse practitioners-in-training during clinical rotations.
- Instructed and counseled patients to comply with prescribed medical or physical regimens, medications, health maintenance and addiction treatment.
- Offered preventive services such as well-child, adult and gynecological examinations.
- Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases.
- Offered telehealth consultations to provide accessible care for patients in remote or underserved areas.
Family Nurse Practitioner (Mental Health)
AVENIA BEHAVIORAL MANAGEMENT
Atlanta, Georgia
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information according to facility policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Initiated crisis intervention when necessary to de-escalate situations or provide emotional support for individuals in distress.
- Performed psychosocial assessments, including histories and physicals.
- Provided guidance on self-care practices such as relaxation techniques, nutrition counseling, exercise programs.
- Instructed staff members on proper safety protocols when working with emotionally disturbed patients.
- Actively sought out continuing education opportunities related to advances in psychiatric nursing practice.
- Monitored medications for effectiveness and side effects, providing education about medication use to patients and families.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
SOUTH ATLANTA PRIMARY CARE
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2017 - 10.2017
Hospice/Palliative Care, NP
BRIDGEWAY HOSPICE
Stockbridge, Georgia
06.2016 - 01.2017
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patient's medical histories, physical conditions, medications, allergies, laboratory results.
- Counseled patients and family members on end-of-life decisions, symptom management, and advance directives.
- Evaluated effectiveness of therapies used for symptom control or palliation.
- Participated in research projects related to palliative care treatments or new approaches to pain management.
- Prescribed medications according to established protocols while considering the potential side effects of drugs used in palliative care settings.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient encounters including assessment findings, treatment plans, changes in condition.
- Provided palliative care to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Provided support to families during difficult times by offering emotional guidance and understanding of their unique situation.
- Facilitated communication between the patient and family and healthcare team regarding prognosis and treatment options available.
- Organized support groups for family members dealing with end-of-life issues.
- Advised family members on how best to provide comfort measures such as positioning or massage therapy when applicable.
- Conducted home visits when necessary to assess a patient's environment or monitor changes in condition.
- Educated patients and families on health and care and counseled on challenging care decisions.
Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine-FNP
DR. RODNEY KRIEDER
Stockbridge, Georgia
05.2016 - 11.2016
- Documented all patient encounters accurately in electronic medical records systems.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advances in pediatric medicine by attending conferences and seminars.
- Administered vaccines according to current vaccination schedules.
- Provided comprehensive postoperative care instructions to ensure successful recovery from surgical procedures.
- Advised parents about available resources that can assist them in caring for their child's medical condition.
- Diagnosed common childhood illnesses such as colds and flu.
- Monitored patient progress over time by reviewing test results and making necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications according to established protocols and reviewed medication dosages with parents or guardians.
- Counseled parents on the importance of following established safety guidelines at home.
- Assessed physical and mental health of pediatric patients.
- Developed relationships with families through compassionate communication and care coordination.
- Performed physical examinations including height, weight, vision, hearing tests, and vital signs monitoring.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Registered Nurse-Case Manager
VITAS INNOVATIVE HOSPICE CARE
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2015 - 07.2016
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality care for all patients.
- Provided guidance on managing symptoms related to terminal illnesses such as pain control techniques or nutrition counseling.
- Developed effective communication strategies with families to provide support throughout the course of illness.
- Facilitated referrals for additional services such as social work counseling or spiritual care when necessary.
- Assessed patients' physical and psychological needs, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress in meeting goals.
- Acted as a liaison between the patient, family members and hospice staff, physicians regarding treatment options or prognosis updates.
- Collaborated closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Participated in planning meetings with staff from multiple agencies to facilitate smooth transitions for hospice patients.
- Performed initial assessments of new patients to determine hospice eligibility.
- Conducted regular visits with assigned patients in their home setting or at long-term care facilities to assess health status changes.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times through active listening skills.
- Ensured timely completion of all required documentation including admission paperwork, discharge summaries.
- Planned hospice care for elderly and disabled patients.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Telephonic Registered Nurse-Case Manager
UNITED HEALTHCARE
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2014 - 07.2015
- Assisted with coordination of transitions of care across settings including discharge planning activities.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient's medical history and needs.
- Performed follow up calls to assess patient satisfaction with care received.
- Developed care plans in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Educated patients on various disease processes, treatments, medications, lifestyle modifications.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings related to individual cases.
- Developed relationships with community resources to ensure appropriate referrals are made.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through utilization management strategies.
- Maintained detailed case notes in the electronic health record system.
- Assessed patient eligibility for insurance coverage and benefits.
- Provided telephonic health coaching and education to patients.
- Modified treatment plans to accommodate changes in clients' health or progress.
- Counseled clients or patients individually and in group sessions to assist recovery from illness and to adjust to life.
- Advocated for clients to resolve medical or personal crises.
- Educated clients on options to assist in making informed decisions.
- Documented services and collected required data for evaluation.
Registered Nurse Women's Services
EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL- MIDTOWN
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2012 - 09.2014
- Advised families on how best to manage chronic conditions that affect female members of the family.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes to improve their health.
- Monitored progress of patients over time by reviewing lab results and other indicators of health status.
- Collaborated with physicians to manage complex cases or refer them to specialists when needed.
- Educated patients about health promotion, disease prevention, nutrition, exercise, and other related topics.
- Provided preventive care, including immunizations and screenings.
- Assessed and monitored the health of women in the clinic.
- Participated in outreach programs aimed at providing education about women's health issues.
- Advocated for patient rights within the healthcare system.
- Performed gynecological exams such as pap smears, breast exams, and STD testing.
- Reviewed preventive health needs of patient to establish health metrics and goals for improvement.
- Counseled patients on best, most effective practices for meeting weight loss requirements.
- Guided women through perinatal period by confirming pregnancy dates and performing ultrasounds.
- Used discretion while diagnosing, treating and educating patients for sexually transmitted diseases.
- Educated and advised women compassionately in event of unexpected pregnancies.
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical/Renal Services
EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL- MIDTOWN
Atlanta, Georgia
10.2010 - 08.2012
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Assessed patient needs before starting hemodialysis procedure and monitored vital signs throughout treatment process.
- Instructed patients on proper home care techniques following discharge from facility.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with difficult diagnosis or prognosis.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, medications, treatments, laboratory results and other relevant information in electronic health records system.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
- Managed time efficiently by prioritizing workloads according to urgency.
- Assisted with ordering supplies and equipment as needed for the dialysis unit.
- Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
- Provided emotional support for patients who are struggling with their diagnosis.
- Reviewed lab values prior to each dialysis treatment to ensure accuracy of data entered into the EMR system.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12-2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL05-2009
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL05-2006
Skills
- Health Promotion/Disease Prevention/Medication Management/Comfort Care/End of Life Care/Mental Health Care
- Patient Care Advocate preventative measures for the future
- Advocate for Interdisciplinary team approach
- Utilize Evidence Based Practices
- Taking responsibility for keeping the team informed
- Physical Examinations
- Physical assessments
- Preventive Care
- Electronic health records systems
- Clinical Care Standards
- Care Coordination
- Prescribing medications
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Education
- Lab result evaluation
- Family Education
- Medical Histories
- Healthcare management
- Patient Communication
Certification
- FNP certification
- BLS and Heart Saver Instructor and Provider
- DEA Certification
- Buprenorphine Certification
- Licensed in CA, CO, FL, GA, and NV
Educationcertifications
- TALLAHASSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Tallahassee, FL, Associate in Arts (A.A.) General Transfer, 12/2006
- FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY, Tallahassee, FL, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), 05/2009
- WALDEN UNIVERSITY, Minneapolis, MN, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), 12/2014
References
- Dr. Otis Powell, Medical Director at KBS Health Clinic, pwll_ts@yahoo.com
- Dr. Lakeshia Norton, Patient Care Advocate and Program Administrator at KBS Health Clinic, 678-884-5331, kbsbonline@gmail.com
- Charlanna Speights, Family Nurse Practitioner and Nursing Administrator at Care Source, 850-557-0762, charlanna.speights@caresource.com
- Rubbie Major, Nursing Administrator at Community Healthcare of Georgia, 404-277-8854, Rubbie.major@gmail.com
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Openloop via CompHealth (Telehealth)
04.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Consultant (Telehealth)
Care Source via Comp Health
04.2021 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
KBS Health Clinic
01.2020 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
SOUTH ATLANTA PRIMARY CARE
09.2018 - 03.2020
Family Nurse Practitioner (Mental Health)
AVENIA BEHAVIORAL MANAGEMENT
06.2018 - 01.2020
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
SOUTH ATLANTA PRIMARY CARE
08.2017 - 10.2017
Family Nurse Practitioner (Mental Health)
COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE OF GEORGIA
11.2016 - Current
Hospice/Palliative Care, NP
BRIDGEWAY HOSPICE
06.2016 - 01.2017
Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine-FNP
DR. RODNEY KRIEDER
05.2016 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse-Case Manager
VITAS INNOVATIVE HOSPICE CARE
09.2015 - 07.2016
Telephonic Registered Nurse-Case Manager
UNITED HEALTHCARE
09.2014 - 07.2015
Registered Nurse Women's Services
EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL- MIDTOWN
08.2012 - 09.2014
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical/Renal Services
EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL- MIDTOWN
10.2010 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Tallahassee Community College