Chelsea Stevens
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Compassionate Nurse Practitioner with four years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of E-Clinical works software.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Heal The City Free Clinic
08.2014 - 08.2023
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- 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.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
AISD School Nurse
Amarillo Independent School District
08.2010 - 06.2014
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
Registered Nurse, MICU
Baptist St. Anthony's Hospital
06.2005 - 07.2010
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Prerequisites For Nursing School
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TXMaster of Science - Nursing
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05.2019
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Covenant School of Nursing
Lubbock, TX05.2005
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Healthcare Management
- Diabetes and Nutrition Treatments
- Patient Safety
- Critical Care Nursing
- Clinical Care Standards
- Excellent Oral Communication
- Electronic Health Records Systems
- Patient-Centered Care
- Primary Care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Physical Assessment
- Preventive Care
- Family Education
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Heal The City Free Clinic
08.2014 - 08.2023
AISD School Nurse
Amarillo Independent School District
08.2010 - 06.2014
Registered Nurse, MICU
Baptist St. Anthony's Hospital
06.2005 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Science - Prerequisites For Nursing School
Lubbock Christian University
Master of Science - Nursing
West Texas A&M University
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Covenant School of Nursing
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