DANA M. JACKSON
Seattle
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Practitioner with extensive integrated experience of acute/primary health care, and patient management. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through advanced assessment skills and compassionate communication. Proficient in minor surgical procedures and dedicated to delivering evidence-based, value-driven care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Urgent Care /Advanced Family Nurse Practitioner
Overlake Medical Center, Urgent Care
Bellevue
07.2025 - Current
- Practices patient focused and cost-effective care in delivering comprehensive high quality, valued based care.
- Full-time, 40 hrs/week, managing 25 - 36 patient visits per shift
- Implements efficient triage, prioritization and assessment of patients quickly and efficiently to determine individual needs, and level of care.
- Conducts detailed comprehensive patient histories, performs thorough physical examinations, and assesses acute medical conditions and exacerbated chronic conditions, to determine appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare team members
- Diagnoses and manages a wide range of urgent care and chronic conditions: COPD, asthma, HTN, CHF, upper and lower respiratory illnesses, minor injuries/lacerations/wounds, acute/chronic cardiac conditions, urinary/gynecological infections, acute/chronic GI issues, strains/sprains, ENT infections, hives/rashes/cellulitis, and pediatric care
- Works collaboratively and independently in ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests to develop and implement effective treatment plans and achieve positive patient outcomes
- Performs minor surgical procedures including suturing, laceration repair, I&D, wound care, fracture management, foreign body removal
- Enhances post-care and positive patient outcomes through patient education regarding treatment plans, medication usage, follow-up care, and health promotion strategies
- Partners with patients in living healthier lives, meeting their health care needs, and to reach their health goals through compassionate listening and understanding coupled with personalized health care
- Participates in team building, department activities and community engagement that reflects the values, trust, and respect as an organization.
Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
Optum Washington / The Everett Clinic Urgent Care
Everett
01.2016 - 06.2025
- Delivered patient-focused, cost-effective care, ensuring high-quality outcomes and value-based services.
- Diagnosed and managed a wide range of urgent care conditions, and acute-on-chronic conditions, both in and outside of clinic: minor injuries/lacerations/wounds, acute/chronic cardiac conditions (CAD, HTN, CHF), upper and lower respiratory illnesses (COPD, pneumonia, asthma), Urinary/gynecological infections, acute/chronic GI issues, strains/sprains, ENT infections, hives/rashes/cellulitis, and pediatric care.
- Implemented efficient triage, prioritization and assessment of patients quickly and efficiently to determine individual needs, level of care.
- Conducted detailed comprehensive patient histories, performed thorough physical examinations, and assessed acute medical conditions to determine appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare team members.
- Worked collaboratively and independently in ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests to develop and implement effective treatment plans and achieve positive patient outcomes.
- Performed minor surgical procedures including suturing, laceration repair, I&D, wound care, fracture management, foreign body removal.
- Improved patient outcomes by educating patients on treatment plans, medication usage, follow-up care, and health promotion strategies.
- Collaborated with patients to support healthier lifestyles and meet healthcare needs through compassionate listening and personalized care.
Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
Multicare Urgent Care
Kent
06.2014 - 01.2016
- Provided comprehensive patient care for 24-30 patients daily, including developing differential diagnoses through thorough history and physical exams, ordering ECGs, labs, and X-rays, and managing pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
- Provided diagnoses and treatment for chronic and acute health conditions: CHF, pneumonia, asthma, COPD, influenza, urinary disorders, lacerations, foreign body removal, orthopedic conditions / injuries, acute gynecological disorders, and other acute conditions.
- Incorporated evidence-based and culturally relevant care into practice environment to ensure high quality acute care for patients and their families of an underserved community.
- Facilitated continuity of care by referring patients to medical specialists for specialized treatment.
- Led initiatives as a member of the Urgent Care Steering Committee to evaluate research, systems, and policies, ensuring delivery of high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
RN, ICU
Northwest Hospital, UW Medicine
Seattle
08.2007 - 06.2014
- Managed critical care for diverse critically ill medical/surgical patients, delivering comprehensive care across a wide range of conditions.
- Incorporated evidence-based and culturally relevant care into critical care practice, enhancing patient and family outcomes.
- Led ICU Practice Committee in evaluating research and procedures, driving improvements in nursing practice and healthcare delivery within the unit.
- Acquired knowledge and training in critical care, including cardiac arrest, hypothermia, sepsis, and ventilator management.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Seattle University
Seattle, WA05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington
Seattle, WA05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Education And Religion
Sweet Briar
Amherst, VA05.1981
Skills
- Advanced assessment skills in acute, emergency and critical care settings
- Acutely ill patient care of acute and chronic conditions
- Extensive management of care for diverse pediatric, adolescent, adult / elderly populations
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Notable patient communication and active listening
- Proficient in minor clinical procedures
- Suturing, Laceration repair, and I&D
- Foreign body removal
- Fracture management
- ECG interpretation
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
- Dedication to continuous compassionate value-based care
Affiliations
- Puget Sound Nurse Practitioner Association, 2018, present, Treasurer, 2018 - 2021
- ARNPs United of Washington, 2018, present
- The American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 2013, present
Certification
• Washington State ARNP License, AP60438940, 03/14/27
• Washington State RN License, RN00173688, 03/14/27
• National Board Certification: FNP, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, F1213016, 12/03/28
• DEA Registered
• ACLS and BLS certified, 06/2026
• PALS in process
• Washington State RN License, RN00173688, 03/14/27
• National Board Certification: FNP, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, F1213016, 12/03/28
• DEA Registered
• ACLS and BLS certified, 06/2026
• PALS in process
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Urgent Care /Advanced Family Nurse Practitioner
Overlake Medical Center, Urgent Care
07.2025 - Current
Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
Optum Washington / The Everett Clinic Urgent Care
01.2016 - 06.2025
Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
Multicare Urgent Care
06.2014 - 01.2016
RN, ICU
Northwest Hospital, UW Medicine
08.2007 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Seattle University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts - Education And Religion
Sweet Briar