Angela Kaffenbarger
Fairborn,OH
Summary
Highly qualified, board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and the entire health-care team. Solid credentials and diversely experienced with a comprehensive background in Corrections Medicine and Primary Care. Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid guidelines and Value-Based Care. Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 8+ years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build a diagnosis and develop individualized plan of treatment. Working with patients and caregivers to develop healthcare goals through education of disease management, and preventative care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Health Centers of Greater Dayton
04.2020 - Current
- Providing comprehensive care for individuals ages 18+ through assessment, evaluation, diagnosis, and management.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students, fostering their clinical skills development in primary care settings.
- Enhanced patient outcomes with comprehensive treatment plans for chronic illnesses.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
- Provided mental health support by assessing emotional well-being, offering counseling services, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
- Application of Evidence-based learning and utilization of current care guidelines
- On average see 15 to 16 patients
- Consult with other members of the medical team as well as external healthcare providers and hospital staff to coordinate patient care.
- Management of acute and chronic pain with referrals based on need
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Family Nurse Practiitioner
NaphCare, Inc
05.2017 - 04.2020
- Provided comprehensive primary and urgent/emergent care
- Management of chronic conditions in addition to Emergency situations
- Performed incision & drainage procedures, packing and dressings as needed
- Management of MAT for individuals monitored for Detox of alcohol and illicit substances
- Ordered, interpreted and educated patients regarding results of EKGs, X-rays and other diagnostic tests.
- Prescribed medication and other treatments including referral to specialists.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Reduced emergency room visits for chronic disease patients by implementing proactive management strategies.
- Conducted research on latest treatment protocols to ensure evidence-based practice in all patient interactions.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Soin Medical Center
03.2012 - 05.2017
- Self motivated healthcare practitioner responsible for managing patient care in the ED, ICU, Same Day Surgery and Medical Surgical/Telemetry units
- Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
- Optimized patient outcomes through proactive identification of potential complications or changes in condition requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring personalized patient support.
- Supported patient education and recovery, providing detailed instructions for at-home care.
- Managed emergency situations with quick decision-making, stabilizing patients for further care.
- Enhanced patient recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and administering medications as prescribed.
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Participated in ongoing education and training to provide patients with Evidence-Based care.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Good Samaritan Hospital
05.2003 - 03.2012
- Supervised overall flow of patients from pre-operative and Emergency setting through discharge
- Coordinated emergency surgeries interfacing with Cath Lab, PACU, ICU, and OR staff on a recurring basis.
- Assisted nursing staff as needed to ensure patient safety and bed flow on various units
- Attended staffing briefings with management on daily basis
- Direct patient care on Cardiac/Pulmonary units
- Preoperative and Post operative patient care and education to promote positive outcomes
- Administration of prescribed medications and treatments
- Precepting Nursing students
- Orientation of new hire Registered Nurses
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marian, IN 12.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH 03.1993
Certification
- AANP Certified Family Nurse Practitioner #020467
- National Provider Identifier #1477093623
- DEA License #MK4297253
- Ohio Registered Nurse #246845
- X-License
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Health Centers of Greater Dayton
04.2020 - Current
Family Nurse Practiitioner
NaphCare, Inc
05.2017 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Soin Medical Center
03.2012 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Good Samaritan Hospital
05.2003 - 03.2012
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Sinclair Community College
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