Cassandra McDowell
Coos Bay,OR
Summary
Compassionate Nurse Practitioner in Internal Medicine, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and evidence-based practice. Excel at communication, empathy, and critical thinking to navigate complex healthcare environments and foster positive patient outcomes. Adapt quickly to new technologies to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
North Bend Medical Center
Coos Bay, OR
10.2024 - Current
- Provided primary care for adult and geriatric patients in an outpatient setting.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and treatment options.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management and preventive health practices.
- Provided guidance to nursing staff members on complex cases.
- Provided mentorship to junior staff on clinical best practices and patient interactions.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding patient progress.
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation, or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
Worker's Compensation Nurse Case Manager
Arklahoma Medical Case Management
01.2008 - 01.2019
- Managed and coordinated medical care for injured workers by demonstrating expertise in workers' compensation laws, regulations, and guidelines.
- Coordinated medical care for injured workers by applying expertise in workers' compensation laws, regulations, and guidelines.
- Identified appropriate care and rehabilitation services through comprehensive assessments of workers' injuries and disabilities.
- Adhered to with legal requirements and maintained quality standards in workers' compensation cases by leveraging exceptional communication and case documentation skills.
- Ensured optimal outcomes by evaluating patient responses to treatments and care plans.
- Increased referral rates by providing exceptional service and building strong relationships with patients/caregivers.
Registered Nurse (Oncology)
Integris Baptist Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Delivered compassionate, high-quality care to oncology patients, enhancing comfort and overall well-being.
- Delivered compassionate and high-quality care to oncology patients, prioritizing comfort and well-being.
- Formulated and executed personalized care plans for patients with diverse cancer types and stages, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support.
- Monitored patients for treatment side effects, complications, and disease progression.
- Collaborated on the Troy and Dolly Smith infomercial with Integris Family Council to promote community health initiatives.
Education
Doctorate in Nursing Practice - Family Practice
Oklahoma City University
OKC, OklahomaBachelors of Science in Nursing -
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OklahomaSkills
- Diagnosis & Patient Assessment
- Care plan development
- Treatment Planning
- Medication Administration
- Excellent Patient Care
- Palliative care management
- Disease Prevention
- Preventive health screenings
- Diabetes management
- Cancer screening
- Wound management
- Skin condition management
- Mental health assessment
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Health Promotion
- Precepting
Accomplishments
Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Academic Highlights
Oklahoma City University, OKC, OK, 08/2020, Present, Nursing Practice in Family Practice (Doctorate Student), Acquire comprehensive understanding in medical sciences, patient care, and primary care principles. Gain knowledge in various coursework, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and evidence-based medicine. Demonstrate advanced clinical expertise in family-focused healthcare, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of health conditions across lifespan. Expand abilities to apply evidence-based practice principles to develop, implement, and evaluate innovative models of care delivery that optimize health outcomes for individuals and families., Improving patient health outcomes by increasing provider awareness and screening of Metabolic Syndrome.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
North Bend Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Worker's Compensation Nurse Case Manager
Arklahoma Medical Case Management
01.2008 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse (Oncology)
Integris Baptist Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2008
Doctorate in Nursing Practice - Family Practice
Oklahoma City University
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
University of Oklahoma