Belinda Doss
Texarkana,AR
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 18 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 diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of EPIC, Meditech, and Medhost.
Empathetic Emergency Nurse Practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing over 18 years of experience in diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
Schumacher Clinical Partners
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes to ensure proper continuity of care across shifts.
- Educated patients and their families on disease prevention strategies after discharge from the emergency department to promote healthy lifestyles at home.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines in all aspects of emergency nursing care, contributing to consistently high standards of patient outcomes.
- Mentored new Emergency Nurse Practitioners, sharing best practices and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Stayed current with medical advancements, continuously enhancing clinical knowledge to better serve patients in need.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing, diagnosing, and treating medical emergencies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of patient care and treatment plans.
- Performed advanced procedures such as suturing or intubation when required, further expediting the treatment process for critically ill patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely interventions and administering appropriate medications as prescribed.
- Promoted a positive work culture among colleagues, contributing to high staff retention rates within the emergency department.
- Demonstrated adaptability while providing care for diverse patient populations, including pediatrics, geriatrics, and those with varying cultural backgrounds.
- Developed individualized care plans that addressed both immediate medical needs and long-term health goals for each patient treated in the emergency setting.
- Established rapport with patients quickly, fostering trust and ensuring accurate information gathering during the initial assessment process.
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
American Physician Partners
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes to ensure proper continuity of care across shifts.
- Educated patients and their families on disease prevention strategies after discharge from the emergency department to promote healthy lifestyles at home.
- Performed advanced procedures such as suturing or intubation when required, further expediting the treatment process for critically ill patients.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines in all aspects of emergency nursing care, contributing to consistently high standards of patient outcomes.
- Mentored new Emergency Nurse Practitioners, sharing best practices and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
US Acute Care Solutions
12.2014 - 08.2022
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes to ensure proper continuity of care across shifts.
- Educated patients and their families on disease prevention strategies after discharge from the emergency department to promote healthy lifestyles at home.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines in all aspects of emergency nursing care, contributing to consistently high standards of patient outcomes.
- Mentored new Emergency Nurse Practitioners, sharing best practices and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Promoted a positive work culture among colleagues, contributing to high staff retention rates within the emergency department.
- Assisted physicians during complex procedures, demonstrating strong clinical skills and reinforcing a collaborative approach to patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of patient care and treatment plans.
- Reduced waiting times for patients through the effective prioritization of critical cases in a fast-paced emergency environment.
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
Schumacher Group & CEP America
06.2012 - 11.2015
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions of all ages in the Emergency Department setting.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes to ensure proper continuity of care across shifts.
- Educated patients and their families on disease prevention strategies after discharge from the emergency department to promote healthy lifestyles at home.
- Assisted physicians during complex procedures, demonstrating strong clinical skills and reinforcing a collaborative approach to patient care.
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
Emergency Associates of Texarkana
02.2005 - 06.2012
- Provided medical services and care to patients of all ages with chronic and acute conditions in the Emergency Department setting.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes to ensure proper continuity of care across shifts.
- Educated patients and their families on disease prevention strategies after discharge from the emergency department to promote healthy lifestyles at home.
Registered Nurse, PACU
CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital
05.2003 - 02.2006
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital
02.1998 - 05.2003
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital
05.1987 - 05.1998
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramnscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Emergency Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Texarkana Community College
Texarkana05.1987
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Texas A & M Texarkana
Texarkana, TX05.1984
High School Diploma -
Arkansas High School
Texarkana05.1982
Skills
- Airway Management
- Intravenous therapy
- EKG Interpretation
- Suturing Techniques
- Diabetic Emergencies
- Fracture Stabilization
- Respiratory Emergencies
- Seizure Management
- Shock Management
- Genitourinary Emergencies
- Cardiovascular Emergencies
- Dermatological Emergencies
- Gastrointestinal Emergencies
- Burn management
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Lab result evaluation
- Medication Administration
- Differential diagnosis
- Geriatric Care
- Patient Examination
- Therapeutic Intervention
- Pediatric exams
- Diagnostic Testing
- Treatment Planning
- Geriatric Treatment
- Acute care expertise
- Pediatric Care
- Laceration Repair
- Foreign body removal
- Patient Referrals
- Women's health exams
- Urology knowledge
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Medication prescription
- Acute Health Problems
- Wound Care
- Suturing
- Diagnostic Interventions
Timeline
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
Schumacher Clinical Partners
09.2023 - Current
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
American Physician Partners
09.2022 - 08.2023
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
US Acute Care Solutions
12.2014 - 08.2022
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
Schumacher Group & CEP America
06.2012 - 11.2015
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
Emergency Associates of Texarkana
02.2005 - 06.2012
Registered Nurse, PACU
CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital
05.2003 - 02.2006
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital
02.1998 - 05.2003
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital
05.1987 - 05.1998
Master of Science - Nursing, Emergency Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Texarkana Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Texas A & M Texarkana
High School Diploma -
Arkansas High School
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