DANIEL K. STRINGER, MSN, FNP-BC

• Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
• Engaged in 15 minute visits, with a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, patient centered care, culturally competent bedside manner, and efficient time management.
• Treated Opiate Use Disorder as part of a multidisciplinary team working in a harm reduction model using Buprenorphine-naloxone, Vivitrol, and adjunct medications.
• X-waivered to prescribe Suboxone for up to 275 patients.
• Skilled in interpreting urine drug screen results, other labs, and visit data to formulate a holistic, comprehensive, individual plan of care for each patient.
• Trained in the art of family practice and experienced in managing acute and chronic conditions typically seen in primary care such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes, anxiety, depression, asthma, muscle/joint aches and pains, common infections, and physicals.
• Engaged in a higher level of critical thinking to formulate diagnoses, differential diagnoses, deterring appropriate lab work, perform necessary health screenings, and determine appropriate areas for referral if needed.
• Addressed the needs of patients transitioning from incarceration.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Compared and contrasted test results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
• Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
• Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
• Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
• Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
• Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
• Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.

The resignations of our Chief Medical Officer and Associate Medical Director weeks apart from each other resulted in my designation as Clinical Lead, serving the needs of the medical department until a point in time in which a new CMO can be onboarded. Duties have included:

• Devised and implemented evidence based, clinically appropriate MAT program.
• Disseminated educational information to better empower all staff in their management of our MAT patients.
• Developed protocol and guidelines for patient retention, frequency of visits, appropriate prescribing, and better language around recovery care.
• Worked with Medical Assistants to better develop support roles.
• Worked with Scheduling Department to devise MAT specific scheduling protocol.
• Worked with behavioral health to better implement support services including counseling and group sessions.
• Worked with nursing to train them in appropriate methods of engagement with our MAT patients.
• Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through clinical quality processes.
• Implemented modified COIVD-19 Protocols in line with CDC guidance during this ever- changing pandemic.
• Educated staff, and providing COVID briefs surrounding COVID-19.
• Lead medical professionals in day-to-day clinic activities such as patient care and patient relations.
• Interviewed potential CMO candidates.
• Interviewed potential MD/DO/APN candidates.
• Onboarded of our new MD, and training him in Medication Assisted Treatment.
• Onboarded our new APN, and training her in Medication Assisted Treatment.
• Managed 1 MD and 2 APNs.
• Engaged in crucial conversations, offering constructive criticism, and engaging in performance evaluations.
• Collaborated with other departments to improve systems workflows and our quality metrics
• Developed patient tracking ticket to improve quality metrics and staff communication
• Developed tired referral process to better assist care coordination in managing our referrals.
• Defined medical and administrative best practices in policies and procedures.
• Maintained compliance with local, national and federal requirements for staff education and certifications.

• Engaged in 20 minute visits of up to 21 visits per day, with focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, patient centered care, culturally competent bedside manner, and efficient time management.
• Treated Opiate Use Disorder as part of a multidisciplinary team working in a harm reduction model using Buprenorphine-naloxone, Vivitrol, and adjunct medications
• X-waivered to prescribe Suboxone for up to 275 patients with current Suboxone panel of 210.
• Skilled in interpreting urine drug screen results, other labs, and visit data to formulate a holistic, comprehensive, individual plan of care for each patient.
• Trained in the art of family practice and experienced in managing acute and chronic conditions typically seen in primary care such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes, anxiety, depression, asthma, muscle/joint aches and pains, common infections, and physicals
• Engaged in a higher level of critical thinking to formulate diagnoses, differential diagnoses, deterring appropriate lab work, perform necessary health screenings, and determine appropriate areas for referral if needed
• Addressed the needs of patients transitioning from incarceration as a satellite provider at the Volunteers of America
• Lead N.P for a hypertension grant
• COVID testing and vaccinations
• Managed the on-call schedule
• Managed the after-hours clinical advice log.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
• Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
• Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
• Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
• Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
• Adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
• Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
• Completed over 1500 hours of clinical work in Medication Assisted Treatment.
• Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Completed chemotherapy administration as dictated by physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
• Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.