BARBARA NUNN

• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals and gynecological examinations.
• Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
• Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
• Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits through [Action] and [Action].

Patient care provider in a family medicine practice in a rural setting

• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
• Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
• Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.

Director of health services for cllege age students in performing arts- summer seasonal assignment.

- provided physical exams for college students relevant to their discipline

- administered First Aid for minor bodily illnesses and injuries

- determined policy for living in communal living

-acted as liaison for national and international students with specialty providers

• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
• 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.
• Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits through [Action] and [Action].
• Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
• Wound care for sutured soft tissue injuries, and changed dressings. prescribed medications where appropriate, obtained specimens for biopsy

Evaluation of nurse aid students for certification as determined by New York State Education Department

-parttime as personal schedule and demand of New York State Health Department coincided

• Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
• Oversaw staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars and other learning opportunities.

Per diem assignment with a focus on Occupational Health for 3000 employees at a Native American gaming resort and spa.

• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
• Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
• Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
• Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.

• On contactual basis provided documentation for continued need of hospice services for recertification of benefits
• work collaboratively with Hospice personnel as a team member, respecting all levels of team management
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
• Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
• Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
• Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.

• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Principal work arena as consultant for skilled home care residents who are facility bound for the purpose of optimum health with ongoing monitoring of health issues to prevent hospitalizations
• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.

THREE LEVELS OF EDUCATION WERE PROVIDED DURING THIS TIME PERIOD

1983-2003 educational vocational education for seconday students fulfilling the requirements for licensed practical nurse

Jamestown Community College- adjunct instructor for AD nursing students to include pathophysiology, physical exam and history testing

Empire State College- adjunct faculty for students transitioning from AD nursing to BSN: statistics, nutrition