Darie Ehrlich
Babylon,NY
Summary
Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with Doctorate Degree in Nursing Practice and over twenty years of experience providing acute care, home care, wellness exams, telehealth, management of chronic disease, DOT examinations, Fire Department and School examinations, IV therapy,phlebotomy, medication IM injectables, medical marijuana evaluations, Botox/cosmetic injectables,skin peels, prescription skin care, and IPL hair removal for a diverse population. In-depth knowledge of various EMRs, including E-clinical and Omni.
Feel strongly about advocating for patients and providing kind and compassionate care
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
Oceanside Urgent Care
12.2018 - Current
- Diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute covid infected patients out patient during initial lockdown pandemic through present
- Prevention of hospital admissions/ morbidity through out patient treatment of those with significant comorbidities and multi complex medical issues
- Development and utilization of telehealth option as indicated, allowing for continued access to care/continued revenue
- Provided and continue to provide primary care to patients lacking pcp or timely pcp appointment availability, ensuring continuity of care
- Highest overall number of patient caseload as compared to other 5 providers (30%-50% more on average, therefore increasing office revenue)
- Enhanced patient satisfaction as noted by patient feedback and daily patient totals, by providing compassionate, evidence based care to diverse populations.
- Teaching staff regarding new protocols involving safety and procedures, thereby preventing/minimizing injury and error
- Developed followup system for recall of patients requiring status check, thereby increasing patient satisfaction and patient outcomes
- Performed suturing, wound care, splinting, Incision and drainages, foreign body removal, cerumen removal, venipuncture, IV therapy, Botox/cosmetic fillers, administration of vaccines, emergency, and therapeutic injections, subcutaneous and IM, ordering/interpretation of labs and xrays , PFTs, and audiology tests
- Performance of DOT exams
- Performance of Fire Department exams for local fire department/RTW exams
- No-Fault/Workman's comp exams
- Evaluation and prescriber for Medical Marijuana for pain management, anxiety, depression, PTSD
- Liaison between staff and office manager
Family Nurse Practitioner
Islip Pediatrics
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Enhanced patient and family satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
- Provision of well visits, sick visits, and completion of required paperwork for family members
- In depth review of growth and development with patient and family as per American Academy of Pediatrics/CDC recommendations
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hampton Community Health Pediatrics
10.2015 - 12.2016
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency in providing comprehensive care to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide optimal healthcare for underserved population
- Performed school physicals @ local elementary school on monthly basis
- Developed reward program for patient goals met, patient able to choose a prize
- Served as a preceptor for nurse practitioner students, pediatric NP rotation with focus on expanding physical assessment skills and presentation of cases
Nurse Practitioner
Salisbury Medical Practice/ProHealth
05.2004 - 06.2015
- Established and developed Botox/cosmetic filler injectable, skin peels, prescription skin care, and intense pulsed light laser treatment program (Increasing cash/credit card revenue)
- Performance of GYN/PAP exams and STD testing, increasing patient numbers and ease of care for patients @ one office
- Performed hospital rounding on admitted patients to NSUH/Plainview Hospital, increasing continuity of care and patient satisfaction with same provider
- Provided on call service for after hour patient concerns, providing continuity of care with trusted provider
- Performed screenings counseling, and testing with appropriate documentation and billing to achieve maximum re-imbursement for care provided as per insurance/state/government guidelines
- Established relationships with vendors (pharmaceutical, radiology, lab, home care, and DME reps) to enhance ease of care and minimize expense to patient
- Established and maintained therapeutic relationships with providers of alternate specialties, easing collaboration and patient confidence in referrals
- Managed complex cases with multiple co-morbidities, monitoring progression/improvement of disease and adjustment in treatment plan
Nurse Practitioner
Middle Country Medical Care
11.2001 - 11.2005
- Prevented complications through early ID of warning signs through examination and history
- Provided medical services to patients from newborn to elderly 90s with chronic and acute conditions.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists as required
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
University of Missouri, Columbia
05.2014
Post Masters Family Health -
University of Missouri, Columbia
05.2014
Master of Science/Adult Health Nursing -
Suny Stonybrook
05.2001
Bachelor of Science/Health Care Admin. -
St. Joseph's College
06.1989
Associates in Applied Science/RN -
Suffolk Community College
06.1983
Skills
- Compassionate, Kind, Patient Care
- Critical Thinking Abilities
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Advanced clinical assessment
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Support Staff Supervision
Practice Achievements
- Developed protocols for Botox, cosmetic fillers, and IPL hair removal
- Developed Bariatric Surgical Program for Surgical Practice
- Developed Bariatric Support Group for hospital program
- Administration of Botox and cosmetic fillers
- Performance of IPL hair removal
Certification
- Certified Medical Marijuana Prescriber, 08/19, New York State
- DOT NY Certified Examiner, 05/19, New York State DOT
- Board Certified FNP, 07/14, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Adult Nurse Practitioner, 05/01, New York, Department of Education
- Board Certified ANP, 08/01, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Registered Nurse, 06/81, New York, Department of Education
- DEA Registration, 08/01, Washington, D.C., US Drug Enforcement Admin.
- Lipolysis Injectables, 05/07, New York, Network Global Health
- Botox, Dermatological Fillers, 11/01, New York Network Global Health
- IPL Hair/Lesion Removal, 12/05, New York, MD Cosmetic and Laser Association
- ACLS Certification, Current, New York, Suny Stonybrook
- CPR Certification, Current, American Red Cross
Professional Organizations
- NP Association of Long Island, Member, 6/01
- Sigma Theta Tau, Member, 4/02
Honors Awards Memberships
Nursing Honor Society, Sigma Theta Tau, 04/02 - Present
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
Oceanside Urgent Care
12.2018 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Islip Pediatrics
01.2017 - 12.2018
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hampton Community Health Pediatrics
10.2015 - 12.2016
Nurse Practitioner
Salisbury Medical Practice/ProHealth
05.2004 - 06.2015
Nurse Practitioner
Middle Country Medical Care
11.2001 - 11.2005
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
University of Missouri, Columbia
Post Masters Family Health -
University of Missouri, Columbia
Master of Science/Adult Health Nursing -
Suny Stonybrook
Bachelor of Science/Health Care Admin. -
St. Joseph's College
Associates in Applied Science/RN -
Suffolk Community College
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