Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic
Chrystal Rhodes-Walls

Chrystal Rhodes-Walls

Myrtle Beach,SC

Summary

Accomplished Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record showcasing expertise in patient care coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration. Excelled in interpreting labs and managing acute and chronic health issues, enhancing patient outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional oral communication and time management skills, ensuring efficient and effective healthcare delivery.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Practitioner

MedCare Urgent Care
12.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Agape Medical Care Group
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
  • Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
  • Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
  • Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
  • Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.

Family Nurse Practitioner

HCA Physician Services Group
12.2013 - 05.2023


  • Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals and gynecological examinations.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Used ECW to create detailed patient reports on patient's condition status and treatments received.
  • Treated STDs in both males and females, advised and prescribed contraceptives.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
  • Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
  • Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
  • Examined wounds and treated lacerations with bandaging, suturing and topical medications.

Hospice Nurse Practitioner, Part Time

Amedysis Home Care And Hospice
12.2017 - 09.2019
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
  • Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.

Nurse Practitioner, Part Time

Matrix Medical Network
09.2017 - 07.2019
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Conducted screenings in home setting
  • Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers
  • Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
  • Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Bedford Medical
11.2011 - 11.2013
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Examined wounds and treated lacerations with bandaging, suturing and topical medications.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals and gynecological examinations.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Provided comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
  • Addressed and prescribed contraceptives and treated STDs in both males and females.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.

Nurse Practitioner

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
04.2011 - 11.2011
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
  • Offered continuous review of patients in EPIC program from admission to discharge.
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
  • Adhered to hospital procedures, policies and protocols to support patient safety.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.

Education

Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
12.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
12.2004

Associate of Science - Nursing

Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Roanoke, VA
06.2000

Skills

  • Medications to include Use, Administration, Education and Side Effects
  • Preventative Care, Acute and Chronic Health Issues
  • Excellent Oral and Written Communication
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Interpretation of Labs, EKG, Imaging
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • Laceration Repair, I&D, Biopsy, Cryotherapy
  • Computer Skills and Medical Charting
  • Time Management and Organization

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner

MedCare Urgent Care
12.2023 - Current

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Agape Medical Care Group
05.2023 - 11.2023

Hospice Nurse Practitioner, Part Time

Amedysis Home Care And Hospice
12.2017 - 09.2019

Nurse Practitioner, Part Time

Matrix Medical Network
09.2017 - 07.2019

Family Nurse Practitioner

HCA Physician Services Group
12.2013 - 05.2023

Family Nurse Practitioner

Bedford Medical
11.2011 - 11.2013

Nurse Practitioner

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
04.2011 - 11.2011

Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

Old Dominion University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Virginia Commonwealth University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Jefferson College of Health Sciences

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Chrystal Rhodes-Walls