DAWN M. STEVENSON-REED
East Moline,IL
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 9 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of CPRS and VA computer programs
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care
Department of Veteran’s Affairs
08.2015 - Current
- Working with PACT team to deliver comprehensive, personalized health care to approximately 830 veterans assigned to team as well as manage walk in patients and provide surrogate coverage in absence of other providers
- Primary Care roles include obtaining comprehensive health history, assessment and physical exam of patients/veterans, ordering lab work, diagnostic studies and referrals as indicted; and interpretation of findings to identify diagnosis and treatment plan for both acute and chronic conditions
- All plans are individualized and adjusted based on outcomes monitored by team, under direction
- Results are interpreted and provided to veteran after review
- Collaborate with other staff members to include medical support assistants, licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, collaborating physicians, specialist, physical therapy, pharmacy and dietitians to best meet needs of patient/veteran
- Monitor care referred to community such as visiting nurses or local specialties/subspecialties to ensure excellent care is being provided
- Order appropriate routine screening, perform preventative health care measures and provide education to patients and families on ongoing basis, taking into consideration current guidelines and recommendations
- Follows code of ethics for nurses, practice guidelines and VA policies and procedures with goal of providing patient centered coordinated care of highest quality
- Seeks opportunities for growth and learning.
Clinical Care Coordinator
Cogent Hospitalist Management Group – Genesis Medical Center
02.2012 - 11.2013
- Routine duties include reconciling patient lists, making physician assignments, informing patients of program operations, identifying barriers to discharge, communicating with primary care providers, specialists and other departments within health system, tracking quality initiatives, discharge planning, ensuring appropriate follow-up, aiding in reimbursement through monitoring of diagnosis documentation and core measures, and entering ICD-9 and CPT codes.
Staff Nurse
Genesis Medical Center
01.2009 - 02.2012
- Worked in Patient Care Services as resource nurse
- Duties included assisting in daily operations of all units within facility, expediting admissions and discharges, assisting in procedures and providing patient education for heart failure
- Previous assignment includes three years as registered nurse in float pool and as staff nurse of medical telemetry unit
- Proficient in multiple acute care areas including medical telemetry, surgical, pediatrics, and ICU
- Job responsibilities include providing safe, effective and competent care for patients of all age groups and backgrounds
- Use of nursing process, evidence-based practice and adherence to Professional Practice Standards as defined by ANA.
Staff Nurse
Trinity Medical Center
12.2005 - 10.2010
- Registered nurse working in acute rehabilitation setting, including charge responsibilities and preceptor training
- Duties included providing safe, effective and competent care of patient and working with multi-disciplinary healthcare team to plan for and move patient toward discharge.
Sergeant – Legal Specialist, JAG Corps
United States Army
05.1998 - 05.2002
- Non-Commissioned Officer
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois At Chicago
01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois At Chicago
01.2011
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Black Hawk College
01.2005
Skills
- Experienced Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with board certification, focusing on primary care and preventative medicine
- Operates as lead clinician on assigned PACT team, providing oversight and expertise to team and veterans
- Solid clinical foundation with experience in multiple acute care areas as well as ambulatory care
- Excellent assessment, problem solving, attentiveness and critical thinking skills
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to adapt easily and gain proficiency in new areas, broad knowledge base
- Experience with CPRS, Cerner, Care Cast and Epic
Certification
- Adult – Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, True, ANCC
- Registered Nurse, Iowa, 116754
- Nurse Practitioner, Iowa, H116754
Affiliations
ANCC
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care
Department of Veteran’s Affairs
08.2015 - Current
Clinical Care Coordinator
Cogent Hospitalist Management Group – Genesis Medical Center
02.2012 - 11.2013
Staff Nurse
Genesis Medical Center
01.2009 - 02.2012
Staff Nurse
Trinity Medical Center
12.2005 - 10.2010
Sergeant – Legal Specialist, JAG Corps
United States Army
05.1998 - 05.2002
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois At Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois At Chicago
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Black Hawk College
- Adult – Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, True, ANCC
- Registered Nurse, Iowa, 116754
- Nurse Practitioner, Iowa, H116754
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