Brandy Hopson, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Maynardville,TN
Summary
Dedicated Advanced Practice Nurse with over 10 years of experience in minor surgical procedures, managing acute and chronic illnesses. Skilled in diagnostic interpretation, patient education, and community health initiatives, aiming to improve patient wellness through interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Halls Family Physician/Summit Medical Group
Knoxville, TN
03.2021 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient referrals and follow-ups.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management and preventive care strategies.
- Performed diagnostic tests and interpreted results to guide treatment decisions.
- Facilitated community health initiatives focused on wellness and education programs.
- Conducted patient education sessions to promote health awareness and disease prevention.
- Prescribed medications within scope of practice guidelines.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses through comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, implementation, evaluation, and follow-up services.
- Performed health maintenance exams and screenings, such as Pap smears and immunizations.
- Performed pre-employment and DOT physicals
- Performed minor surgeries such as suturing lacerations, joint injections, excisional biopsies, incision and drainage of abscesses
Nurse Practitioner
Caring Medical Center/Summit Medical Group
Maynardville, TN
11.2017 - 03.2021
- Performed minor surgeries such as suturing lacerations, incision and drainage of abscesses, excisional biopsies and joint injections.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient referrals and follow-ups.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management and preventive care strategies.
- Performed diagnostic tests and interpreted results to guide treatment decisions.
- Facilitated community health initiatives focused on wellness and education programs.
- Conducted patient education sessions to promote health awareness and disease prevention.
- Prescribed medications within scope of practice guidelines.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses through comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, implementation, evaluation, and follow-up services.
- Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments, medication administration, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Performed health maintenance exams and screenings, such as Pap smears and immunizations.
- Performed employment and DOT physical exams.
- Served as a preceptor for students who were completing clinical rotations at assigned facility.
- Perform Workman Comp physicals
- Preceptor for nurse practitioner students
Nurse Practitioner
Cherokee Health Systems
Maynardville, TN
12.2015 - 11.2017
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management and preventive care strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient referrals and follow-ups.
- Prescribed medications within scope of practice guidelines.
- Performed health maintenance exams and screenings, such as Pap smears and immunizations.
Registered Nurse
Methodist Medical Center
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
05.2012 - 12.2015
- Worked in ER, assisting in emergency response situations, ensuring patient safety and care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, Tennessee, TN12-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN12-2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN05-2011
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- diagnostic and lab interpretation
- Medication prescribing
- Minor surgical procedures
- Laceration repair
- Joint injections
- Annual examination coordination, education and promotion
Certification
- Tennessee State Board of Nursing- Active RN
- Tennessee State Board- Active Advanced Nurse Practitioner
- DEA- Active
- BLS-certified
- ACLS- certified
- DOT- certified
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Halls Family Physician/Summit Medical Group
03.2021 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Caring Medical Center/Summit Medical Group
11.2017 - 03.2021
Nurse Practitioner
Cherokee Health Systems
12.2015 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse
Methodist Medical Center
05.2012 - 12.2015
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College