Cathy Ingalls NP-C

Conduct Sexual Assault Forensic Examinations (SAFE) and Child at Risk Examination (CARE) on children who may be victims of abuse. I have performed hundreds of these exams over the years. I have testified in court multiple times regarding my exam findings. I participate in bi-monthly case review and continuing education.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized care strategies for optimal patient outcomes.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient health and developmental needs.
• Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Educated families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
• 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.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
• Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Advocated for patients to ensure they received necessary resources and support from healthcare providers and insurance companies alike.

Women's health, prenatal and postnatal care, family planning, well child care.

• Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient health and developmental needs.
• 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.
• Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
• Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
• Developed strong relationships with local specialists to facilitate seamless referral processes when advanced care was required for patients'' wellbeing.
• Assessed and diagnosed patients, determining appropriate treatment plans in a timely manner.
• Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired results.
• Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.

Clinical Manager Family Planning/Women's Health and STI/HIV Programs

• Conducted health assessments to identify community health needs and implement appropriate interventions.
• Reviewed immunization records to ensure compliance with public health regulations and standards.
• Developed strategic partnerships with local organizations to expand resources available for public health initiatives.
• Increased vaccination rates within the community through targeted campaigns and educational outreach efforts.
• Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
• Conducted outreach programs in underserved communities to increase access to healthcare services and improve overall quality of life.
• Improved community health by conducting assessments, identifying needs, and implementing targeted interventions.
• Met with members of public and local leaders at various community events and discussed ways to reduce illness, food contamination and obesity.
• Performed post-discharge follow-up and offered counseling services if available.
• Educated community members about environmentally-related health issues.
• Collected HIV risk assessment data and entered findings in centralized database.
• Executed hospital prevention and health promotion programs to improve awareness of health-related issues and conditions.
• Developed and streamlined systems for monitoring and tracking program effectiveness.