Candice Y Robertson MSN FNP-C
Old Bridge,NJ
Summary
- Provided 20+ years of holistic, evidence-based, quality nursing in various areas
- Demonstrated aptitude for developing new skills
- Relate well to people from a variety of cultures and socio-economic backgrounds
- Strong analytical skills: easily assess conditions and implements appropriate intervention
- Demonstrated reliability and responsibility
- Recognized for excellent teaching and coaching abilities
- Resourceful in completing projects; ability to multi-task effectively
- Dedicated individual; reputation for consistently going beyond what is required
- Bilingual: Haitian Creole
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
The NP Xperience
Old Bridge, NJ
11.2021 - Current
- Keep records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
- Determine pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
- Interview, trained and supervised employees.
- Promote business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Manage operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Establish favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Review patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
- Offer preventive services such as well-child, adult and gynecological examinations.
- Manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Utilize computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Nurse Practitioner
Excel Urgent Care of N.J., LLC.
Old Bridge, NJ
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Treat acute out patient ailments including COVID-19 patients based on CDC guidelines and provide proper education during the Pandemic
- Provide non COVID-19 health care services including diagnosis, treatment, referrals for consultation and specialty services, and follow-up care based on approved Nurse Practitioner scope of practice in an urgent care setting.
- Facilitate best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
Clinical Manager- Northern Clinics
Hackensack Meridian/ Rediclinic
Wall, NJ
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Responsible for all aspects of leading the HMH- RediClinic team of nurse practitioners and clinic assistants, focusing on clinical quality, staffing, achieving business objectives and maintaining open clinics, which included working shifts to ensure clinic openings.
- Directs nurse practitioners and clinic assistants in achieving Talent, Traffic and Ticket targets and patient satisfaction.
- Coach and train clinic team on areas of improvement and provide necessary follow-up to ensure compliance.
- Manage staffs' schedule, approve time off in accordance with policy.
- Train staff through example and lead clinical training and provide on-going training as needed.
- Resolve clinic issues and customer complaints to minimize negative business impact while increasing customer loyalty and satisfaction.
- Collaborate with the Clinic Administrator in the planning, development and execution of area business plans and objectives to achieve targets. i.e Strategy calls and Community Events.
- Provide leadership and development for all team members by communicating career opportunities, providing regular feedback and conducting appraisals for Clinicians, Clinic Assistants, and Per Diem staff.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Interviewed applicants for hire.
- Provided clinical oversight for over 11 Nurse Practitioners and 2-3 Clinical Assistants.
Per Diem FNP/ Clinician
Hackensack Meridian / RediClinic
Toms River , NJ
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Providing health care services based on approved NJ Mid-level Practitioner scope of practice.
- Present holistic alternatives along with mainstream medicine to help empower patients take charge of their health.
- Assist with precepting newly hired FNPs to clinic and current role as Clinician
- Provide coverage to other FNPs as needed at the various RediClinics
Clinical Manager
Central Jersey Family Medical Group, P.A.
Jamesburg, NJ
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Manage the pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases in a primary care setting.
- Assess need for, order, obtain and interpret appropriate lab tests.
- Collaborate with MDs and staff members to provide continuity and quality care.
FNP/ Clinician
Hackensack Meridian/ RediClinic
Toms River, NJ
01.2017 - 07.2018
- One of 2 FNPs managing and providing health care services based on approved NJ Mid-level Practitioner scope of practice.
- Presented holistic alternatives along with Mainstream medicine to help empower patients take charge of their health.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate supplies for daily operation of the clinic
- Ranked #2 NP of the Year for 2017 in the NJ RedClinic market for patient satisfaction and reliability to the organization.
- Assist with precepting newly hired FNPs to clinic and current role as Clinician
- Order appropriate diagnostic testing during patient visits.
- Increased number of patients visiting the clinic by 100% within a 12 month period by establishing relationships with the local community, businesses, schools, and patients.
Per Diem/Pre OP/PACU Staff RN
Surgicare of Freehold
Freehold, NJ
09.2013 - 01.2017
- Called to provide direct pt. care in the Pre OP and PACU for various outpatient procedures and surgeries.
Per Diem Pre OP/ OR/ PACU Staff RN
Horizon Healthcare Staffing
Manalapan, NJ
04.2013 - 01.2017
- Same responsibilities as listed above and below.
Per Diem/OR Staff
Ambulatory Surgical Center of Somerset
Bridgewater, NJ
08.2013 - 09.2015
- Provided direct pt. care in the Pre Op/ OR specializing in orthopedic surgeries: Laminectomies, ACDFs, and TLIFTs As well as Pain management procedures: IDETS, Ablations, and Epidurals.
- Precepted new RN Staff members to OR setting.
PACU/ OR Staff Nurse
Center for Ambulatory and Minimally Invasive Surgery
Eatontown, NJ
10.2011 - 03.2013
- Provided direct pt. care for Phase I and II PACU Perform emergency ACLS, PALS, and BLS care when needed (i.e. assisting in stroke codes, MH codes, and respiratory arrest)
- Provided necessary equipment and assistance to MD providing anesthesia pre and post procedures
- Assisted organizing, restocking inventory for all areas of Center Back- up staff for OR (scrub or circulate) Precept new RN Staff members.
OR Staff Nurse
Raritan Medical Center
Old Bridge, NJ
03.2010 - 10.2011
- Same responsibilities as listed above.
Per Diem / Charge Nurse
New York Methodist Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
10.2007 - 03.2010
- Assist three (3) Electrophysiologists in the primary care of their patients during EP studies, Ablations, ICDs, & PPM Scrub or circulate during necessary cases
- Manage and maintain supplies in lab Coordinate and facilitate training for EP staff
- Attend pertinent nursing administrative meetings Train and currently supervise four (4) EP RNs and one (1) ST.
Charge Nurse
New York Methodist Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
10.2004 - 10.2007
- Same responsibilities as listed above.
Staff Nurse/ Cardiology
Long Island College Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
06.2003 - 08.2004
- Assisted Cardiologist with ICD, Pacemaker, and Ablation cases pre and post procedure preparation and education
- Prepared out patients and in patients for stress EKG's and stress ECHOs.
- Provided necessary equipment and assistance to MD (i.e. temporary pacemaker, sheath removal, & manual pressure
- Set-up and monitor patients receiving Dobutamine, Persantine, and stress Thallium test.
- Computer assisted hemo-dynamic monitoring of patients receiving diagnostic angiograms
- Administered and monitored moderate sedation during procedures
- Provided pre and post emotional support and patient education.
Staff Nurse/ Medical Surgical
Long Island College Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
10.2002 - 06.2003
- Worked caseload of nine (9) on a med surgery / renal unit.
- Provided nursing care to patients on peritoneal dialysis; Ventilator-dependent patients, AIDS patient, ETOH detox, and basic bed-side nursing.
- At times held Charge Nurse Position for a thirty-two (32) bed unit.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Simmons College
07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fairleigh Dickinson University
05.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
West Virginia University, WV
12.1998
Skills
- Computer Programs and EHCs: Microsoft Office Suite, Cerner, Centricity, Vision, Care 360, Amkai, Athena, and Advanced MD
- Interpersonal communications and teaching
- Client-focused
- Phlebotomy/ IV Therapy
- Advance Nurse Assessment
- French Comprehension
- Interior Decorating
- Painting and drawing
- Teaching
- Counseling
- Event Organizing
- Entrepreneur
Certification
Nurse Practitioner License, State of New Jersey #26NJ00682100
Family Nurse Practitioner National Certification # F0816606
Professional Nursing License, State of New Jersey as of October 2008
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification exp. 2/2024
Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification exp. 2/2024
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification exp. 2/2024
DOT Certified as of November 2020
NPI Number- 1083157291
New Jersey CDS # Upon Request
DEA # Upon Request
Functional Medicine Certification 12/2021
Affiliations
American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
American Nurses Association (ANA)
NJ Simmons Club Co-Director 2020-Present
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
New Jersey State Nursing Association (NJSNA)
The Institute of Functional Medicine
American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA)
West Virginia University Mountain Society
Service to Community
2023-Present: Director of NJ Simmons Club - NJ
2019-2023: Member of NJ Simmons Club- NJ
2019-2020: Volunteer to serve meals first Saturdays at Abundant Grace Church- Toms River, NJ
2019-2020: Presented a Heart Health Presentation to Seniors in the local community- Manchester, NJ
2018- Present: Member of the Advisory Board for Medical Career Institute- Ocean Township, NJ
2018- 2019: Volunteered to prepare and dispense food and prayer for mentally disabled, homeless, and low income residence of Jackson and Lakewood with Hope Outreach- Jackson, NJ
2018-2019:Taught a Take Charge of Your Health class to Member of the community- Jackson, NJ
2015-2018: Free Instruction of BLS class to serving members of the Hope Cathedral-Jackson, NJ
2014-2020: Organized Annual Blood Drive at Hope Cathedral- Jackson, NJ
2014 – 2018: Lead the First Responders at Hope Cathedral- Jackson, NJ
2016- 2017: Campaign for National Breast Cancer Foundation
Timeline
Business Owner
The NP Xperience
11.2021 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Excel Urgent Care of N.J., LLC.
05.2020 - 08.2022
Clinical Manager- Northern Clinics
Hackensack Meridian/ Rediclinic
06.2019 - 05.2020
Per Diem FNP/ Clinician
Hackensack Meridian / RediClinic
07.2018 - 06.2019
Clinical Manager
Central Jersey Family Medical Group, P.A.
05.2018 - 06.2019
FNP/ Clinician
Hackensack Meridian/ RediClinic
01.2017 - 07.2018
Per Diem/Pre OP/PACU Staff RN
Surgicare of Freehold
09.2013 - 01.2017
Per Diem/OR Staff
Ambulatory Surgical Center of Somerset
08.2013 - 09.2015
Per Diem Pre OP/ OR/ PACU Staff RN
Horizon Healthcare Staffing
04.2013 - 01.2017
PACU/ OR Staff Nurse
Center for Ambulatory and Minimally Invasive Surgery
10.2011 - 03.2013
OR Staff Nurse
Raritan Medical Center
03.2010 - 10.2011
Per Diem / Charge Nurse
New York Methodist Hospital
10.2007 - 03.2010
Charge Nurse
New York Methodist Hospital
10.2004 - 10.2007
Staff Nurse/ Cardiology
Long Island College Hospital
06.2003 - 08.2004
Staff Nurse/ Medical Surgical
Long Island College Hospital
10.2002 - 06.2003
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Simmons College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
West Virginia University, WV
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