Certified Nurse Practitioner who is dedicated to providing evidence based care to a diverse patient population. Highly skilled in performing examinations, diagnosing acute and chronic conditions and developing effective treatment plans.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Gastric Motility/APRN
University of Louisville Physicians
Louisville, KY
01.2021 - Current
Evaluates and treats patients with acute, chronic complaints and health maintenance concerns related to specialty, according to written standardized procedures
Collaborate with other medical professionals to ensure an optimal outcome for patients
Recruitment of patients to participate in current studies available
Obtains complete histories and performs pertinent physical exams with assessment of normal and abnormal findings on new and return patients
Performs or requests and evaluates diagnostic studies as indicated upon evaluation of the patient, according to written standardized procedures. to written standardized procedures
Recognizes and considers age-specific needs of patients
Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, families, staff and members of the community from diverse backgrounds
Clinic Manager/Family Practice APRN
Kroger, The Little Clinic
Louisville, KY
01.2018 - 03.2023
Assess, diagnose, educate and provide patients with treatment plans ranging from the age of 2 and older
Collaborate with other medical professionals and our pharmacy team to ensure an optimal outcome for our patients
Promote consistency by effectively communicating new systematic changes with my Providers and PCT's
Work closely with team to achieve goals set for clinic at corporate level
Resolved patient complaints in a timely manner, ensuring a positive experience for all parties involved
Hired, trained and supervised employees to maintain team of high performers
Conducted frequent clinic walk-throughs to maintain safe work environment
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Spalding University
Louisville, KY
01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY
05.1998
Skills
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Teamwork and Collaboration
Customer Service
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Flexible and Adaptable
Dependable and Responsible
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society
Kentucky Coalition of Nurse Practitioners & Midwives
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Black Nurse Practitioners of Louisville
Licensure And Certification
Family Nurse Practitioner, Kentucky License #3011407, Registered Nurse, Kentucky Board of Nursing License #1088860, Basic Life Support
Research and Publications
"Outcome of Tube Feedings in Refractory Gastroparesis With Concomitant Use of Gastric Electrical Stimulation," Journal of Paternal and Eternal Nutrition, April 2023
"Pyloroplasty After Gastric Stimulation," The American Journal of Gastroenterology, October 2021
"Should IVIG Be Used Alone or with other Gastroparesis Therapies," The American Journal of Gastroenterology, October 2021