Family Practice, Internal Medicine, and Oncology
Christine Tobin
Waxahachie,TX
Summary
Dedicated Advanced Practice Nurse with specialties in Family Practice and Internal Medicine and background in Oncology. Extensive experience in diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic medical conditions,ordering diagnostic tests and Rehab therapies, prescribing appropriate medication and treatment, and maintaining patient records. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Extensive experience on multiple EHR systems and currently working with EPIC for over 5 years
Currently working in a large primary care setting providing in-office and Telemedicine care to Internal Medicine patients.
Overview
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Work History
Advanced Practice Nurse
Baylor Scott & White
Waxahachie, TX
02.2011 - Current
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Formulated plans of care to optimize child's health potential and minimize physical and psychological complications.
- Provided anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practices.
- Delivered high level of care and service to patients through email, video chat and online assessments.
- Coordinated acute and chronic patient care for over 12-15 Internal Medicine patients daily.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer and other diseases.
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
- Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Applied and removed splints and temporary casts, sutured soft tissue injuries and changed dressings.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Utilized EPIC EHR and Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.1994
Skills
- Health Care Evaluation
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Health and Wellness Education
- Test Results Interpretation
- Punch Biopsies
- Physical Examinations
- Drug Regimen Counseling
- Diagnosing Illnesses
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Infection Control Procedures
- Specialist Referrals
- Therapeutic Measures
- Medication Prescribing
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Disease Prevention Education
- Standards of Care
- Acute and Chronic Health Issues
- Behavior Modification
- Medical Imaging
- Health Promotion
- Patient Rights
- Urgent Care
- Cardiac Care
- Patient Follow-Up
- Family Health
- Cardiovascular Disorders
- Preventive Care
- Primary Care
- Reproductive Health
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Risk Management Strategies
- Medical History Review
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Wound Care
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Patient Medical Histories
- Answering Questions
- EMR Systems
- Diabetes and Nutrition Treatments
- Varicose Veins
- Telemedicine Appointments
- Breast Examinations and Education
- EPIC EMR
- Geriatric Treatment
- Patient-Centered Care
- Hospice Education
- Diet Advisement
- Diagnostic Radiology
Music and Horses
I enjoy spending time with family and especially my grandchildren
I play mandolin in a small family band.
I have owned and operated a quarter horse breeding operation and now enjoy working with horses as a hobby
Timeline
Advanced Practice Nurse
Baylor Scott & White
02.2011 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
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