Crystal Peters
Kingsland,Georgia
Summary
Highly qualified and board certified Family Nurse Practitioner driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FNP Student
Millennium Physician Group
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, health promotion, and self-management strategies.
- Advocated for patients'' rights to ensure they received proper care while respecting their values and preferences.
- Reviewed pre-admission referral reports and assisted in determining suitability for residential treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient treatment and support.
FNP Student - Primary Care Pediatrics
Grace Pediatrics
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Provider primary, chronic, and episodic care to pediatric patients to include physical exams, lab interpretation, referrals, and prescribe medication guided by clinical practice guidelines
- Diagnose and treat common childhood illnesses and injuries
- Document patient encounters in electronic medical health records in (SOAP) format following Medicaid and Medicare guidelines
- Provide education to patients and family to promote prevention through screenings, immunizations, and annual well-child exams.
Preop/PACU Registered Nurse
Southeast Georgia Health System - Camden Campus
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Initiate IVs and ensure patients are informed about procedures.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications post surgery.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and other critical data points for proper evaluation of patients'' progress during recovery.
- Mentored new PACU nurses, sharing best practices for efficient patient turnover and discharge processes.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
- Provided emotional support to patients during their postoperative experience, creating a positive atmosphere that facilitated smooth recoveries.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
FNP Student - Priamry Care
Value Care Clinic
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Provider primary, chronic, and episodic care to adult patients to include physical exams, lab interpretation, referrals, and prescribe medication guided by clinical practice guidelines
- Document patient encounters in electronic medical health records in (SOAP) format following Medicaid and Medicare guidelines
- Provide education to patients and promote prevention through screenings, immunizations, and annual wellness exams
- Encourage patients to actively participate in their healthcare management with shared decisions making.
FNP Student - Primary Care
Primary Care Institute
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Perform advanced health assessments for annual wellness visits
- Apply diagnostic reasoning to develop disease preventions to promote health
- Utilize therapeutic communication skills while conducting clinical interviews and providing patient education.
Neuroscience Registered Nurse
Wolfson Children Hospital
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Provide patient care to pediatric population utilizing all aspects of nursing process
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Chief Warrant Officer (W-2) - Weapons Department Division Head (Retired)
United States Coast Guard Maritime Force Protection Unit Kings Bay
07.2017 - 07.2020
- Supervised two Chief Petty Officers, thirty-two Petty Officers, and managed $150K annual budget
- Pivotal role developing, training, and mentoring personnel which produced outstanding performance results
- Developed cohesive partnerships with joint stakeholders to update Standard Operating Procedures, update and manage USCG weapons program, and increase system and unit readiness
- Created positive work environment to foster collaboration and prioritized professional development efforts
- Streamlined administrative processes, significantly reducing errors and enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
- Increased operational readiness through thorough equipment maintenance and timely repairs.
- Developed strategic plans to maintain optimal resource allocation and maximize productivity.
- Provided expert advice to senior leadership on policy changes, contributing to informed decision-making processes across the organization.
Chief Gunners Mate (E-7) - Weapons Officer
Reserve Force Readiness System Officer
05.2014 - 07.2017
- Coordinated first joint DHS diversity event with five major components of DHS for 300+ attendees
- Managed Reserve Program readiness for D11, Sector San Diego
- Exceeded monthly readiness standards and ensured 150+ members drilled in accordance with Coast Guard policy
- Implemented detailed instructions establishing expectations and guidelines to meet requirements; program adopted by CG-131/RFRS for Coast Guard-wide usage.
Chief Gunners Mate (E-7)
Patrol Forces Southwest Asia
04.2013 - 05.2014
- Collaborated with multi-agencies to provide safety and security within Coast Guard regulations while overseas
- Served as the Vice President of the Chief's Petty Officer Association that advocated for unit members to improve quality of life
- Advocated for victims of sexual assault
- Managed USCG Weapons program for USCG Patrol Forces Southwest Asia.
- Evaluated crew performance regularly by setting clear objectives, providing constructive feedback, and identifying areas for professional growth.
- Coordinated with shore-based support teams to ensure timely resupply of provisions and spare parts.
- Enhanced vessel safety by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining equipment to meet regulatory standards.
Gunners Mate First Class Petty Officer (E-6) - Armory Supervisor
Sector Field Office Moriches
07.2012 - 04.2013
- Supervised the safe operation of seven unit's weapons programs as independent duty Gunners Mate
- Coordinated training for over 100 members on the safe handling and usage of small arms weapons
- Coordinated and performed safety and readiness inspections to determine compliance within Coast Guard regulations.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing, FNP -
Georgetown University
Washington, DC05.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL08.2021
Bachelor of Art in Psychology -
Ashford University
San Diego, CA07.2015
Skills
- Health literacy
- Advanced Assessment
- Family-centered care
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Disease Prevention
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Safety
- Patient Education
- Primary Care
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner, AANPCB, FNP-C #F06240372, 06/2029
- CA NP/NPF, 08/2025
- GA APRN-NP, 01/2026
- ID APRN-NP, Pending Licensure
- CA Registered Nurse, 95380141, 08/2025
- GA Registered Nurse (eNLC), RN306903, 01/2026
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, AHA, 03/2026
- Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization, AHA, 11/2024
Affiliationsmemberships
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, 08/2021, Present
- United States Coast Guard Chief’s Petty Officer Association, 04/2013, Present
Personal Information
Relocation: ready to relocate
Awards
- 2015 Leadership and Diversity Champion of the United States Coast Guard
- United States Coast Guard Commendation Medal
- United States Coast Guard Achievement Medal with “O” device (4 awards)
Timeline
FNP Student - Primary Care Pediatrics
Grace Pediatrics
01.2024 - 04.2024
FNP Student
Millennium Physician Group
09.2023 - 04.2024
FNP Student - Priamry Care
Value Care Clinic
05.2023 - 08.2023
FNP Student - Primary Care
Primary Care Institute
01.2023 - 04.2023
Neuroscience Registered Nurse
Wolfson Children Hospital
11.2022 - 01.2023
Preop/PACU Registered Nurse
Southeast Georgia Health System - Camden Campus
10.2021 - 09.2023
Chief Warrant Officer (W-2) - Weapons Department Division Head (Retired)
United States Coast Guard Maritime Force Protection Unit Kings Bay
07.2017 - 07.2020
Chief Gunners Mate (E-7) - Weapons Officer
Reserve Force Readiness System Officer
05.2014 - 07.2017
Chief Gunners Mate (E-7)
Patrol Forces Southwest Asia
04.2013 - 05.2014
Gunners Mate First Class Petty Officer (E-6) - Armory Supervisor
Sector Field Office Moriches
07.2012 - 04.2013
Master of Science in Nursing, FNP -
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Jacksonville University
Bachelor of Art in Psychology -
Ashford University
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