Brenda Veldboom
Sheboygan Falls
Summary
Compassionate Nurse Practitioner with background in primary care and specialized clinics. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plan development, ensuring comprehensive healthcare. Strengths include effective communication, patient education, and teamwork to improve health outcomes. Contributed to increasing patient satisfaction scores through quality care and efficient service delivery in previous roles.
I am also a highly motivated, board-certified advanced practice nurse practitioner with a desire to take on new challenges. My additional strengths include a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am also adept at working effectively unsupervised, and I am efficient at mastering new skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Advocate Aurora Health Care
Random Lake
12.2007 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and health evaluations for patients of all ages, across the life spectrum.
- Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
- Provided patient education on disease prevention, health maintenance, and the management of chronic conditions.
- Demonstrated leadership skills by mentoring new staff members on best practices in family practice nursing.
- Evaluated patient progress toward goals during office visits or telemedicine appointments.
- Assessed patient's medical history, performed diagnostics tests and interpreted results.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits, assessments, treatments, medication changes and follow-up care plans in the electronic health record system.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients and their families, providing compassionate and holistic care.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in nursing practice.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, such as suturing wounds and removing moles or cysts, under appropriate anesthesia.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Lead Registered Nurse
Aurora Medical Group Sheboygan
Cedar Grove
08.2003 - 11.2025
- Performed extensive physical assessments on diverse patient populations across all ages.
- Provided essential education on wound care, medication management, and health promotion initiatives.
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures, such as wound repair, lesion excisions, and vasectomies.
- Supervised four certified medical assistants, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Administered IV hydration therapy, assisted with splinting and casting of fractures, in addition to triaging and treating acute patients with trauma or distress.
- Performed phlebotomy and CLIA-waived POCT diagnostic labs.
- Performed and processed X-rays of the extremities, chest, and abdomen.
- Facilitated clear communication among healthcare teams, patients, and families regarding treatment plans.
- Leveraged RPMS and EHR systems (Cerner/EPIC) for efficient patient record management.
- Managed operational workflows within the department, including staffing and supply ordering.
Lead Registered Nurse
Saint Nicholas Hospital
Sheboygan
03.1997 - 08.2003
- Provided acute inpatient care on a 40-bed unit, and discharge education for pediatric, medical/surgical, oncology, and orthopedic patients.
- Administered medication and chemotherapy via IV, PO, IM, SQ, NG, and transdermal access.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Performed skilled nursing procedures, including NGs, IVs, dressing changes, blood transfusions, and drain management.
- Managed and mentored nursing students and nurse externs.
- Provided direct patient care and assessment, developed individualized plans of care, and coordinated with multidisciplinary team members.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical records according to established standards
- Implemented infection control measures according to established guidelines.
Registered Nurse
Sheboygan Retirement Home
Sheboygan
02.1993 - 03.1997
- Perform physical assessments, wound care, Foley care, and management of tube feedings.
- Developing and documenting care plans, nursing summaries, and daily assessments.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Administered medication and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Assisted in coordinating patient admissions and discharges effectively.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practioner
Concordia University
Wisconsin05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Marian College
Fond Du Lac, WI05-1998
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Lakeshore Technical College
Cleveland, WI05-1993
Skills
- Comprehensive assessments
- Individualized treatment plans
- Electronic health record management
- Minor surgical procedures
- Clinical diagnostics
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Compassionate care
- HIPAA guidelines
Affiliations
- I have filled the role of a Cub Scout leader for a number of years in addition to that of a youth basketball coach when my children were younger
Certification
- ANCC Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
- Board Certified Federal Motor Carrier Safety Examiner
Timeline
Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Advocate Aurora Health Care
12.2007 - Current
Lead Registered Nurse
Aurora Medical Group Sheboygan
08.2003 - 11.2025
Lead Registered Nurse
Saint Nicholas Hospital
03.1997 - 08.2003
Registered Nurse
Sheboygan Retirement Home
02.1993 - 03.1997
Masters of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practioner
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Marian College
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Lakeshore Technical College
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