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CHRISTINA RATLIFF
PALM COAST,FL
Summary
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in management and supervision of medical staff. Skilled in inpatient and outpatient clinic teaching with a strong emphasis in diagnosis and treatment. Reputation as self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and leadership skills. Successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Board-certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in Geriatrics. Proficient in patient and family education regarding the management of acute and chronic health conditions. Self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and management skills. Successful in prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
FLORIDA CANCER SPECIALISTSPALM COAST, FL
ADVANCED NURSE PRACTITIONER (APP)
09.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Provided disease diagnoses, education, and treatment recommendations to cancer patients and families; Collaborated with Medical Science Liaison (MSL, physicians, and pharmaceutical representatives to maximize side effect management, facilitate reimbursement, and coordinate in-service education; Collaborated with specialists at Mayo Clinic and Moffit on clinical trial protocols and outcomes; Created and delivered clinical presentations to patients, families, and APP trainees; Attended FCS Clinical Summit and Multitumor Educational Symposia; Developed disease state training program for new APPs; Trained 4 new-hire APPs on oncology-specific and FCS practice protocols, 2024; Streamlined Rapid Response Protocol to supply oxygen and other tools for stabilization of vitals for patients undergoing chemotherapy, 2023; Received 20% salary increase due to excellent patient care and consistently exceeding practice productivity goals, 2022. Provided disease specific instructions and side effect management as well as inpatient care for diagnosis such as congestive heart failure, pneumonia, cellulitis, deep vein thrombosis, and other related disease processes.
Complete Health NetworkOrmond Beach, FL
Advanced Nurse Pracitioner Acute Care Clinic
08.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Provided telehealth nursing services to patients in a variety of settings.
- Evaluated patient health concerns and provided appropriate interventions via video or telephone calls.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions, including diagnosing illnesses and prescribing medications as needed.
ADVANCED UROLOGY INSTITUTEPALM COAST, FL
ADVANCED NURSE PRACTITIONER (APP)
03.2017 - 08.2018
Job overview
Practitioner
- Built relationships with community and academic centers in Northeast Florida with specific interest in solid tumor testing; Collaborated with clinical operations personnel to capture disease state enrollment prior to oncology referral; Identified patients for disease monitoring; Provided scientific support for clinical staff on ADT dosing and bisphosphonate therapy. Treated urinary retention, BPH, Urinary tract infections and other urological conditions.
ADVENT HEALTH HOSPITALPALM COAST, FL
REGISTERED NURSE, CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
07.2015 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Developed working relationships with Chief Medical Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Nursing Director; Performed bed placement for 99-bed hospital; Trained new nursing staff; Collaborated with admissions and discharge; Managed readmission metrics; Organized hurricane protocol and disaster preparedness procedures for staff; Delivered in-service education; Received Daisy Award given annually by Daisy Award Foundation to one RN in recognition of patient care, family engagement, and coworker support, 2016
Education
University of Maryville
MASTER OF SCIENCE
Jacksonville University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Daytona State College
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Skills
- Oncology and hematology
- Clinical education
- Solid tumor testing
- Breast
- Lung
- Colon
- Rectal
- Neuroendocrine
- Sarcoma
- Clinical pharmacology
- Advanced pathophysiology
- Injectables
- Oral chemotherapy
- Traditional oncolytics
- Immunotherapy / inhibitors
- Medicare reimbursement
- Healthcare policy
- Outcomes-driven
- Relationship building
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Patient Examination
- Preventive Care
- Patient-centered care
- Geriatric Treatment
- Advanced physical examination
- Diagnostic Testing
- Prescribing medications
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Palliative Care
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Education
- Urology knowledge
- Health Promotion
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Telehealth Proficiency
- Direct Patient Care
- Therapeutic Intervention
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Medication Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Medication Prescribing
- Diagnostic Tests Ordering
- Health Care Evaluation
- Epic Systems
- Test Result Interpretation
- Medication Dosage Determination
- Care Planning
- Diagnostic Interventions
- Team Collaboration
Personal Information
Title: Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Community Service
- FREITAG MEDICAL PLAZA FOUNDATION - Recognized by Flagler Weekly for organizing annual Moonlight Gala Resort & Spa fundraiser which raised $1M+ for new cancer center
- GRACE COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY - Volunteered to make and distribute food bags for community members
- AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NURSE PRACTITIONERS - Active member
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Advanced Nurse Pracitioner Acute Care Clinic
Complete Health Network
08.2021 - 08.2022
ADVANCED NURSE PRACTITIONER (APP)
FLORIDA CANCER SPECIALISTS
09.2018 - Current
ADVANCED NURSE PRACTITIONER (APP)
ADVANCED UROLOGY INSTITUTE
03.2017 - 08.2018
REGISTERED NURSE, CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
ADVENT HEALTH HOSPITAL
07.2015 - 05.2017
University of Maryville
MASTER OF SCIENCE
Jacksonville University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Daytona State College
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
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