Qualified Family Nurse Practitioner with robust background in family healthcare. Expertise includes comprehensive patient assessments and personalized care plans, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in patient education and chronic disease management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Complex Care Solutions
05.2025 - Current
Conducted In home comprehensive health assessments for patients with medicare.
Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans to promote recovery and wellness.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment outcomes.
Educated patients and families on medication management, lifestyle modifications, and coping strategies.
Family Nurse Practitioner/Owner
Blissful Recovery Solutions
05.2024 - Current
Conducted comprehensive health assessments to evaluate patient needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
Provided evidence-based primary care services, including diagnosis and management of chronic illnesses.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
Educated patients on medication management, lifestyle modifications, and preventive health strategies.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Assisted Recovery Centers of America
07.2018 - 03.2025
Conducted comprehensive health assessments for patients with substance use disorders.
Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical best practices and patient engagement techniques.
Streamlined documentation processes to enhance accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Led initiatives to improve patient follow-up protocols, increasing continuity of care efforts.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
Iron County Medical Center
08.2017 - 07.2018
Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop effective care plans.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
Managed complex medical conditions, ensuring timely interventions and follow-up care.
Educated patients and families on treatment options, fostering informed decision-making.
Streamlined workflow for nursing staff, coordinating admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients within the hospital setting.
Clinic Manager/Family Nurse Practitioner
SSM Express Care Clinic
10.2015 - 08.2017
Streamlined clinic operations to enhance patient flow and service efficiency.
Developed and implemented staff training programs to boost team performance and service quality.
Coordinated interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare providers to improve patient care outcomes.
Managed scheduling systems to optimize resource allocation and minimize wait times for patients.
Hired, trained and supervised employees to maintain team of high performers.
Conducted regular staff evaluations, providing constructive feedback and setting clear expectations for future performance goals.
Clinical Instructor
Mineral Area College
08.2007 - 12.2016
Developed and implemented clinical curriculum to enhance student learning experiences.
Mentored and guided nursing students through practical clinical assessments.
Evaluated student performance using established assessment tools and methods.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to integrate real-world scenarios into training programs.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Midwest Convenient Care
06.2012 - 01.2015
Led patient care initiatives, ensuring high-quality treatment in a fast-paced urgent care setting.
Developed and implemented protocols to enhance workflow efficiency and patient throughput.
Conducted comprehensive assessments, delivering accurate diagnoses for diverse medical conditions.
Performed minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting when required for urgent care patients.
Promoted health education among patients, encouraging self-management skills and adherence to prescribed treatments.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Great Mines Health Center
10.2010 - 07.2013
Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
Education
MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Missouri-St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
08.2010
BSN - Nursing
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
12.2006
ADN - Nursing
Mineral Area College
Park Hills, Missouri
05.2003
Skills
Chronic disease management
Patient education
Interprofessional collaboration
Preventive healthcare
Excellent oral communication
Diagnostic testing
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Physical assessments
Lab result evaluation
Electronic medical records
Telehealth services
Substance abuse treatment
Certification
Current registered professional nurse licensure is maintained in Missouri
Current registered advanced practice registered nurse is maintained in Missouri
Current certificate with ANCC is maintained
Current certificate with BNDD/DEA for controlled substances as allowed by state rules and regulations.
Current DEA X Waiver with 6 years’ experience in medication management.
Current ASAM certification with updated continuing education.
Affiliations
Southeast Missouri Nurses of Advanced Practice Farmington, Missouri September 2008 – current
National Association for Addiction Professionals Alexandria, Virginia January 2016 - current
International Honor Society of Nursing Sigma Theta Tau St. Louis, Missouri January 2009 – current