Darla Kreis
Charleston,SC
Summary
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with 17 years of experience in critical care, primary care and nursing leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization. Focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Proficient at diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness to promote best possible outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Family Nurse Practitioner
Eskenazi Health/Eskenazi Medical Group
Indianapolis, IN
05.2015 - 10.2021
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment. Consistently rated as top clinic performer.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Nurse Case Manager
Anthem, Inc.
Indianapolis, IN
06.2013 - 05.2015
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes related to solid organ and bone marrow transplant.
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff and patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care.
APRN Transplant Surgery
IU Health/Clarian Health Partners
Indianapolis, IN
01.2010 - 07.2013
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments during daily hospital rounding and outpatient clinic visits.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions. Managed patients pre and post transplant.
- Provided counseling to patients and families to ensure optimal outcomes post solid organ transplant.
- Coordinated care with referral providers and extended care facilities/home care as needed.
APRN
The Little Clinic
Indianapolis, IN
09.2009 - 01.2010
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
APRN
First Care Family Medicine
Indianapolis, IN
08.2005 - 09.2009
- APRN in busy 6 provider office. Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05.1995
Skills
- Support Staff Supervision
- Behavior Modification
- Patient Records Maintenance
- Standards of Care
- Electronic Health Records Systems
- Lab Result Evaluation
- Medication Prescribing
- Acute and Chronic Health Issues
- Laboratory Testing
- Health and Wellness Education
- Medical Imaging
- Patient-Centered Care
Affiliations
ANCC, Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society
Certification
- ANCC Board Certification - 2005010152
- APRN - South Carolina - 26019
- APRN - Indiana - 71002070A
- DEA - MK3522390
- RN - Compact License - 28128986A
Timeline
Advanced Family Nurse Practitioner
Eskenazi Health/Eskenazi Medical Group
05.2015 - 10.2021
Nurse Case Manager
Anthem, Inc.
06.2013 - 05.2015
APRN Transplant Surgery
IU Health/Clarian Health Partners
01.2010 - 07.2013
APRN
The Little Clinic
09.2009 - 01.2010
APRN
First Care Family Medicine
08.2005 - 09.2009
Master of Science - Nursing
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
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