Elizabeth Scism
81 Fairview Farms Shelby,NC
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hospice Of Cleveland County
06.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- 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.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- 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.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Medical Plaza Family And Geriatrics
09.2015 - 12.2021
- 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.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Optum
01.2012 - 08.2015
- 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.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Caromont Family Practice
08.2008 - 12.2011
- 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.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Education
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - DNP
Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC05.2012
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Winston Salem State
Winston-Salem, NC05.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Foothills Nursing Consortium
Shelby NC05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
UNC Charlotte
Charlotte, NC08.1998
Skills
- Patient Communication
- Lab Result Evaluation
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Ambulation Services
- Physical Examinations
- Clinical Care Standards
- Patient Education
- Laboratory Testing
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hospice Of Cleveland County
06.2022 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Medical Plaza Family And Geriatrics
09.2015 - 12.2021
Family Nurse Practitioner
Optum
01.2012 - 08.2015
Family Nurse Practitioner
Caromont Family Practice
08.2008 - 12.2011
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - DNP
Gardner-Webb University
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Western Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Winston Salem State
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Foothills Nursing Consortium
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
UNC Charlotte
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