CARLA HOO-THOMS
Summary
Nationally certified Adult-Gerontology Nurse practitioner with more than 20 years of experience. Proven track record of delivering patient care with precision and empathy. Strong background in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient education. Excellent collaborator in multidisciplinary teams, adaptable to evolving healthcare needs. Adept at implementing best practices, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
91
91
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Cano Health
03.2023 - Current
- Provision of patient care within the primary care setting using principles of value based care
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care between various healthcare providers by maintaining thorough documentation and clear communication channels.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and promoting open communication regarding health concerns.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive, evidence-based care in the internal medicine setting.
- Advocated for patients' needs within the healthcare system, ensuring access to necessary resources and support services.
- Demonstrated proficiency in electronic medical records systems, streamlining documentation processes and optimizing efficiency.
Nurse Practitioner
Care Management Resources
11.2019 - 03.2023
- Provision of patient care within the primary care office and in-home setting.
- Traveled by car to visit average of 5 patients each day to perform initial and follow up visits including physical examinations, implementation and monitoring of ongoing treatment to improve health outcomes and reduce admission to hospital.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Managed chronic conditions effectively using evidence-based practice guidelines to optimize medication regimens and lifestyle modifications.
- Utilized telehealth technology to provide remote consultations for homebound patients who were unable to access the office for evaluation
- Established trust within diverse patient populations by demonstrating cultural competence in communication and healthcare delivery approaches.
Regional Medical Epidemiologist & HIV Coordinator
North East Regional Health Authority, Ministry of Health, Jamaica
03.2013 - 10.2014
- Trained in excess of 1000 health care, administrative and ancillary staff on topics including Chikungunya, Dengue, tuberculosis and tobacco control.
- Identified best practices and deficiencies in 4 hospital emergency rooms. Resulted in 10% improvement in findings on re-audit.
- Facilitated focus group discussions with at risk-populations (including men who have sex with men and commercial sex workers) leading to improved health seeking behavior.
- Managed patients with clinical conditions including HIV, hypertension, diabetes.
Regional Medical Officer of Surveillance
North East Regional Health Authority, Ministry of Health, Jamaica
11.2011 - 03.2103
- Clinical evaluation and management of individuals with conditions posing a public health risk
- Organized and conducted 15 in-service education programs for more than 300 doctors, public health nurses and environmental health officers
- Lead investigator for several disease outbreaks. Increased health team outbreak response time by 25% within 2 years.
- Coordinated the health team response across the region during natural disasters. 100% of reports submitted on time.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL01.2021
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult Gerontology Primary Care
Florida International University
Miami, FL01.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Florida International University
Miami, FL01.2018
Master of Science in Public Health - undefined
London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
01.2012
Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery - undefined
University of the West Indies
01.2003
Skills
- Culturally competent patient care
- Patient condition assessment
- Formulating patient-specific treatment strategies using evidence-based practices
- Interdisciplinary coordination for patient care
- Chronic disease management
- Collaborative patient engagement
- Expert in accurate documentation and records management
- Preventive care
- Patient education
- Excellent oral communication
- Health promotion
Certification
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board - Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner.
- Basic Life Support.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Cano Health
03.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Care Management Resources
11.2019 - 03.2023
Regional Medical Epidemiologist & HIV Coordinator
North East Regional Health Authority, Ministry of Health, Jamaica
03.2013 - 10.2014
Regional Medical Officer of Surveillance
North East Regional Health Authority, Ministry of Health, Jamaica
11.2011 - 03.2103
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult Gerontology Primary Care
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Florida International University
Master of Science in Public Health - undefined
London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery - undefined
University of the West Indies
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
University of South Florida
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