Carol Mistler
Reidsville,GA
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Centurion Healthcare, excelling in chronic disease management and patient education. Proven ability to implement tailored care plans and enhance patient outcomes through interprofessional collaboration. Skilled in advanced physical examination and committed to promoting preventive care strategies for diverse populations. I have been working in correctional medicine for 16 years and have been in multiple state and local jail facilities over the years. I am an independent and quick learner.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Centurion Healthcare
21251 Ridgetop Circle
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify health issues and develop tailored care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care and optimal treatment outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, adjusting treatment plans as necessary for effectiveness.
- Educated patients on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment and preventive care measures.
- Documented detailed patient histories and progress notes in electronic health record systems for accurate tracking.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and care quality within clinical settings.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
- Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Mentored nursing staff to enhance their clinical knowledge, skills, and confidence in practice.
- Served as a primary contact for patients requiring urgent or emergent care after hours or during weekends, ensuring continuity of care.
Nurse Practitioner
Core Civic
Alamo, GA
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired results.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to promote safe and effective patient care within the organization.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and develop treatment plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Educated patients on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment and preventive care measures.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Documented detailed patient histories and progress notes in electronic health record systems for accurate tracking.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Served as a primary contact for patients requiring urgent or emergent care after hours or during weekends, ensuring continuity of care.
Nurse Practitioner
Wellpath
Reidsville, GA
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Assessed and diagnosed patients, determining appropriate treatment plans in a timely manner.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify health issues and develop tailored care plans.
- Documented detailed patient histories and progress notes in electronic health record systems for accurate tracking.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Served as a primary contact for patients requiring urgent or emergent care after hours or during weekends, ensuring continuity of care.
Nurse Practitioner
August University
Georgia State Prison
10.2010 - 08.2015
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and care quality within clinical settings.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Educated patients on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment and preventive care measures.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Assessed and diagnosed patients, determining appropriate treatment plans in a timely manner.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify health issues and develop tailored care plans.
- Documented detailed patient histories and progress notes in electronic health record systems for accurate tracking.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Served as a primary contact for patients requiring urgent or emergent care after hours or during weekends, ensuring continuity of care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Science
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-1999
Skills
- Preventive care
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Patient examination
- Differential diagnosis
- Lab result evaluation
- Advanced physical examination
- Chronic disease management
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Advanced practice registered nurse
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Centurion Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Core Civic
06.2023 - 07.2024
Nurse Practitioner
Wellpath
01.2021 - 02.2023
Nurse Practitioner
August University
10.2010 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Nursing Science
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Phoenix