Antoinette Turner
Canton,GA
Summary
Dedicated Public Health Registered Nurse with expertise in patient education and vaccine administration. Proven track record of enhancing health outcomes through effective case management and cross-cultural communication, achieving 30% improvement in patient adherence to treatment plans. Skilled in conducting health assessments and developing impactful health education programs, fostering community well-being.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health Registered Nurse
The Living Bridge Center - South
Canton, GA
09.2025 - Current
- Educated patients on disease prevention, promoting healthy lifestyle choices effectively.
- Counseled patients on HIV prevention, reviewed baseline lab results, prescribed or dispensed medications and tracked required 3 month follow-ups.
- Performed physical exams and collected swab and urine samples for STI screening. Interpreted results and initiated treatment protocols.
- Documented patient progress and outcomes efficiently in electronic health records.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify unique patient needs and barriers.
- Discussed safer sex practices, medication adherence, side effects and preventative vaccines.
- Assisted and worked up patients for telehealth visits with MD.
- Provided case management.
Public Health Registered Nurse
Cherokee County Health Department - Woodstock
Woodstock, GA
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Evaluated medical histories, performed physical/pelvic exams and administered treatments based on established protocols.
- Provided detailed counseling on contraceptive options, safer sex practices, preconception care and STI prevention.
- Conducted lab tests (pregnancy, pap smears, STI screenings) interpreted results and ensured follow-up treatments.
- Ensured services adhered to public health standards and accurately maintained detailed patient records.
- Primary nurse for perinatal case management services and provided 1-on-1 education on healthy pregnancy, fetal development, birth plans, linkage to care, etc. Utilized clinical tools to evaluate medical, psychological and environmental risks.
- Advocated for client privacy and autonomy in health decisions.
- Addressed socioeconomic barriers to integrate family planning into health initiatives.
- Instructed on breast cancer signs, risk factors, and screening guidelines.
- Encouraged mammograms and follow-up care to improve patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on flu prevention, emphasizing vaccination for high-risk groups.
- Supported vaccination clinics, enhancing access to flu shots for underserved populations.
- Mentored and trained new nursing staff for improved team performance.
Public Health Registered Nurse
Alabama Department Of Public Health Adph
Montgomery, AL
12.2015 - 04.2019
- Conducted thorough physical and pelvic exams, interviewed patients to assess risk factors and identified symptoms.
- Ordered and collected samples for lab testing and administered prescribed medications.
- Counseled patients on test results, safer sex practices and the importance of medication adherence.
- Assisted with contact tracing and expedited partner therapy to inform and treat the sexual partners of infected patients.
- Ensured strict patient confidentiality per HIPPA guidelines and reporting infectious disease data to local public health authorities.
- Provided barrier methods and contraceptives to encourage safe sexual practices.
- Facilitated access to mental health and social support services for patients.
- Monitored STI trends and identified high-risk populations for targeted interventions.
Registered Nurse
Jackson Hospital and Clinic
Montgomery, AL
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures i.e. colonoscopies and endoscopies.
- Reviewed medical histories, verified NPO status, started IV line, explained the procedure to reduce anxiety and verified informed consent.
- Administered medications according to guidelines, monitoring for side effects and reactions.
- Assisted the GI or surgeon, circulated during procedure as well as collected and properly labeled specimens and continuously monitored vital signs.
- Facilitated efficient case turnover by preparing equipment and managing supplies.
- Maintained records while managing controlled substances, upholding safety and privacy standards.
Registered Nurse
Health Services Inc
Montgomery, AL
11.2008 - 01.2015
- Educated patients on disease prevention, promoting healthy lifestyle choices effectively.
- Counseled patients on HIV prevention, reviewed baseline lab results, prescribed or dispensed medications and tracked required 3 month follow-ups.
- Performed physical exams and collected swab and urine samples for STI screening. Interpreted results and initiated treatment protocols.
- Documented patient progress and outcomes efficiently in electronic health records.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify unique patient needs and barriers.
- Discussed safer sex practices, medication adherence, side effects and preventative vaccines.
- Assisted and worked up patients for telehealth visits with MD.
- Provided case management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Auburn University of Montgomery
Montgomery05-2008
Skills
- Health promotion strategies
- Behavioral health interventions
- Patient education techniques
- Vaccine administration
- Cross-cultural communication
- Case management
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Compassionate
- Electronic medical records
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Public Health Registered Nurse
The Living Bridge Center - South
09.2025 - Current
Public Health Registered Nurse
Cherokee County Health Department - Woodstock
06.2023 - 08.2025
Public Health Registered Nurse
Alabama Department Of Public Health Adph
12.2015 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse
Jackson Hospital and Clinic
06.2015 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse
Health Services Inc
11.2008 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Auburn University of Montgomery