Cathy Wright
Sylvania
Summary
Seasoned Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in palliative and end-of-life care, primarily with Promedica Physicians Group. Demonstrated expertise in chronic disease management and patient education, coupled with a compassionate approach to patient advocacy and interprofessional collaboration. Achieved enhanced patient satisfaction and outcomes through innovative care plans and effective team leadership. Certified in CPR/AED, showcasing a blend of critical hard and soft skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Promedica Physicians Group
12.2016 - Current
- Working soley with Palliative Medicine and hospice throughout Nurse practitioner career.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
- Advocated for patients to ensure they received necessary resources and support from healthcare providers and the community.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Expert in pain and symptom management.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and symptom management while focusing on patient health care goals.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
Registered Nurse
Promedica Hospice
02.2014 - 12.2016
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care and end of life signs and symptoms.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Promedica Toledo Hospital
09.2000 - 02.2014
- Managed caseload of 8 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH09-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Spring Arbor University
Lambertville, MI05-2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH05-2000
Skills
- Palliative care
- End-of-life care
- Patient education
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Chronic disease management
- Direct patient care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced practice registered nurse
Certification
- National Provider Identifier(NPI)- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Michigan and Ohio DEA
- Michigan and Ohio RN
- Michigan and Ohio Certified NP
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Promedica Physicians Group
12.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Promedica Hospice
02.2014 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Promedica Toledo Hospital
09.2000 - 02.2014
- National Provider Identifier(NPI)- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Michigan and Ohio DEA
- Michigan and Ohio RN
- Michigan and Ohio Certified NP
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Spring Arbor University
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Toledo