Azzie Payne
Chicago,IL
Summary
Nurse Practitioner seeking fulltime employment with over 15 years of nursing experience. Assisted in conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab testing and prescribing treatments or medications to address diverse conditions. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate pain and illness. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Surveillance Nurse/IDPH
State Of Illinois
05.2023 - Current
- Prepare licensure survey forms, reports, and memoranda
- Investigate complaints
- Participate in pre-planning, entrance, and exit conferences
- Attend staff meetings, training sessions, seminars, and workshops to improve survey process and performance
- Prepare monitoring reports and make recommendations to an supervisor regarding the health and safety of residents
- Conduct investigations in response to incident reports of facilities emergencies or disasters
- Keep a supervisor advised of stats and progress of monitoring visits and emergency incident report investigations
- Identify and monitor specific infections
- Respond to requests for emergency medical care of clients within the facility
Nurse Practitioner Intern
IHeal Health And Wellness Center
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes through consistent monitoring, evaluation, and adjustment of treatment plans.
- Served as a resource for colleagues regarding pharmacological treatments, enhancing overall team knowledge and expertise.
- Conducted thorough research on evidence-based practices, ensuring that all clinical decisions were grounded in the latest medical literature.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to optimize patient-centered care.
- Provided high-quality primary care services by performing physical exams, ordering diagnostic tests, and prescribing medications.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols during clinical procedures.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities, staying current with advancements in the field of nurse practitioner practice.
- Developed trust amongst pediatric patients using age-appropriate communication methods while addressing their unique healthcare needs.
- Assisted patients in navigating complex healthcare systems by coordinating referrals to specialists or other appropriate resources.
- Administered vaccinations and provided immunization counseling, helping to protect patients from preventable diseases.
- Processed lab tests for influenza, strep and urinary tract infections.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to provide appropriate follow-up care.
Nurse Practitioner Intern
DH Medical Group
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Provided high-quality primary care services by performing physical exams, ordering diagnostic tests, and prescribing medications.
- Educated patients on preventive health measures, empowering them to make informed decisions about their healthcare needs.
- Improved patient outcomes through consistent monitoring, evaluation, and adjustment of treatment plans.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities, staying current with advancements in the field of nurse practitioner practice.
- Processed lab tests for influenza, strep and urinary tract infections.
- Contributed to improving clinic efficiency by participating in quality improvement initiatives and workflow evaluations.
- Implemented and monitored effectiveness of interventions to assist patients in regaining and maintaining optimal health.
- Conducted physical exams and health screenings.
Medical Surgical Nurse/Disaster Relief Nurse
Fusion Medical Staffing
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Worked on Med-surgical and telemetry floor of Christ Advocate Medical Hospital
- Interpreted, performed, and analyzed electrocardiograms
- Documented procedures and treatments in EMR and assisted MD, NP, or PA
- Experienced in assessing and triaging patients appropriately on their acuity and collecting laboratory results
- Administered prescribed medications, IM injections, and IV therapy according to nursing standards
- Delivered individualized nursing care to patients in accordance with hospital guidelines, nursing care standards, and unit policies
- Administered all medications and products using the proper technique.
- Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills during emergent situations, collaborating with team members to deliver timely interventions and stabilize patients.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
Medical Surg Nurse
Prolink Medical Staffing
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Worked on Med-surgical and telemetry floor of Carle Foundation Medical Hospital
- Interpreted, performed, and analyzed electrocardiograms
- Documented procedures and treatments in EMR and assisted MD, NP, or PA
- Experienced in assessing and triaging patients appropriately on their acuity and collecting laboratory results
- Administered prescribed medications, IM injections, and IV therapy according to nursing standards
- Delivered individualized nursing care to patients in accordance with hospital guidelines, nursing care standards, and unit policies
- Administered all medications and products using the proper technique.
Disaster Relief Nurse
Snap Nurse
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Led in providing Covid-19 vaccinations for the State of California
- Scheduled and attended rollout meetings
- Maintained staff/patient immunization schedules for vaccinations, and performed post vaccination testing
- Helped patients manage their vaccination appointments
- Reviewed patient data and documented history.
Disaster Relief Nurse
Angels Staffing Inc.
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Assisted in the care of multiple traumas, cardiac arrests, stroke codes, sexual assaults, and conscious sedation
- Established successful working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
- Assessed patient's injuries/conditions upon reception
- Placed patients in a prioritized order for efficient emergency care
- Took patient vitals, such as: weight, temperature, blood pressure, and level of pain
- Escorted patients to examination rooms, and prepared them for physician exams
- Educated patients about their treatments
- Assisted physicians during examination and treatment of patients
- Provided discharged instructions to patients and family members
- Maintained confidential patient information.
Disaster Relief Nurse
Favorite Healthcare
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Cared for patients during a Covid-19 pandemic
- Facilitated patient flow during emergency situations, while directing admissions and transfers
- Maximized the use of the proper process to assess and diagnose patients
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs recovery progress, and medications for each patient
- Provided leadership for Covid-19 testing
- Delivered testing information to other healthcare providers
- On Med-surg/Tele units delivered individualized nursing care to patients in accordance with established hospital guidelines, nursing care standards, and unit policies
- Monitored vital signs and pain management
- Performed thorough assessments
- Monitored change in behavior of patients and notified team of issues.
Registered Nurse - Med-Surg / Telemetry / Urgent Care
South Suburban Hospital / Advocate Aurora Health
03.2017 - 06.2020
- Worked on Med-surgical and telemetry floor of South Suburban Hospital
- Interpreted, performed, and analyzed electrocardiograms
- Documented procedures and treatments in EMR and assisted MD, NP, or PA
- Experienced in assessing and triaging patients appropriately on their acuity and collecting laboratory results
- Administered prescribed medications, IM injections, and IV therapy according to nursing standards
- Delivered individualized nursing care to patients in accordance with hospital guidelines, nursing care standards, and unit policies
- Administered all medications and products using the proper technique.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Optimized resource utilization by coordinating closely with government agencies and non-governmental organizations, maximizing aid effectiveness.
- Enhanced cultural competence within the team by researching local customs and traditions, fostering a more empathetic approach to patient care.
Registered Nurse
Cook County Stroger / Cermak Hospital
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Provided inmate healthcare based on needs assessment and nursing care plan pertaining to mental health and physical status
- Demonstrated ability in efficiently administering urgent care to inmates
- Assigned to oversee health care duties of LPN, CNA, EMT, or other associate healthcare workers
- Conducted drug and alcohol withdrawal assessments while maintaining accurate medical records and updating inmate's medical history
- Experienced in establishing and evaluating health plans for inmates.
Registered Nurse Emergency Room
St. Bernard Hospital
10.2015 - 09.2016
- Maintained standard care in emergency room per policy while working with doctors and patients closely
- Arranged patient admissions
- Led in administering medication, IV therapy, blood products, and infusions.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Education
Post Master Certificate (Family Nurse Practitioner) -
Herzing University
Milwaukee, WI04.2023
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
Colorado Technical Institute
Colorado Springs, CO12.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Colorado Technical Institute
Colorado Springs, CO06.2017
Skills
- EMR Systems (EPIC, Meditech, and Cerner)
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Central Line Management
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Basic Life Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Documentation accuracy
- Clinical judgment
- Clinical management
- Chart updating
- Patient Assessment
- Diagnostic Testing
- Disease Prevention
- Disease information and education
- Complex patient cases
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Advanced Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- FNP-C
Timeline
Health Surveillance Nurse/IDPH
State Of Illinois
05.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Intern
IHeal Health And Wellness Center
01.2023 - 03.2023
Nurse Practitioner Intern
DH Medical Group
06.2022 - 12.2022
Medical Surgical Nurse/Disaster Relief Nurse
Fusion Medical Staffing
11.2021 - 03.2022
Medical Surg Nurse
Prolink Medical Staffing
07.2021 - 10.2021
Disaster Relief Nurse
Snap Nurse
12.2020 - 01.2021
Disaster Relief Nurse
Angels Staffing Inc.
07.2020 - 11.2020
Disaster Relief Nurse
Favorite Healthcare
05.2020 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse
Cook County Stroger / Cermak Hospital
07.2019 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse - Med-Surg / Telemetry / Urgent Care
South Suburban Hospital / Advocate Aurora Health
03.2017 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse Emergency Room
St. Bernard Hospital
10.2015 - 09.2016
Post Master Certificate (Family Nurse Practitioner) -
Herzing University
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
Colorado Technical Institute
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Colorado Technical Institute
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Advanced Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- FNP-C
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