Brandi Teegarden
Cathedral City,CA
Summary
Hardworking Nurse Practitioner with 8 years of experience 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 improve patient's overall health.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Sexual Wellness Nurse Pracitioner
Desert Aids Project (DAP)
2023.11 - Current
- Ability to commit to diversity/inclusion and providing patient centered, non-discriminatory and culturally competent care.
- Performs comprehensive physical examinations on patients, including review of patient medical data, such as sexual health history.
- Prescribe HIV PEP and PrEP medication to high risk patient populations.
- Orders, administers, and interprets test results for diagnostic tests, and laboratory tests.
- Offers specialized care to patients living with HIV, including antiretroviral therapy management
- Facilitated continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings by collaborating closely with case managers, social workers, and other key stakeholders.
- Coordinated vaccination clinics aimed at reducing the incidence of preventable diseases within the community.
Nurse Practitioner
Caring For Women, OB-Gyn
2018.04 - 2023.11
- Served as Nurse Practitioner for 5 years; managed over 20-30 patients per day.
- Assessed patients to determine their individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Conducted physical exams, routine screening, diagnosis, treatment and follow up for OB and GYN patients.
- Proficient with IUD insertions, Nexplanon insertions; endometrial biopsies and colposcopies.
- Identified surgical candidates and liaised between patients and physicians.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Desert Regional Hospital
2003.01 - 2021.12
- Triaged on average, 15-20 patients per 12 hour shift (ranging in acuity).
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, and verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Exceptional preceptor
Aesthetic Nurse
Medical And Skin Spa
2005.04 - 2010.07
- Conducted thorough examinations and assisted in development of treatment plans in coordination with MD.
- Performed laser skin treatments to treat hyperpigmentation, hair removal, skin resurfacing, skin tightening, acne, and rosacea.
- Conducted post treatment evaluations and follow up appointments to track patient's progress and ensure optimal treatment efficacy.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CA12.2002
Skills
- HIV and AIDS care
- Infectious Disease Management
- Treatment plan development
- Lab result evaluation
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Patient education
- Sexually transmitted infections
- Women's health exams
Independent learning
Experience as a student Registered Nurse First assist (RNFA) with Cesarean sections.
Hobbies
Hiking
Watching movies
Camping
Spending time with my dogs
Timeline
Sexual Wellness Nurse Pracitioner
Desert Aids Project (DAP)
2023.11 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Caring For Women, OB-Gyn
2018.04 - 2023.11
Aesthetic Nurse
Medical And Skin Spa
2005.04 - 2010.07
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Desert Regional Hospital
2003.01 - 2021.12
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Desert
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