Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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Deborah Hewitt

Deborah Hewitt

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Niceville,FL

Summary

Knowledgeable Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with robust background in advanced nursing practices and patient care. Proven success in managing diverse patient populations and improving health outcomes through evidence-based interventions. Demonstrated ability in clinical decision-making and patient education.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Trusted Medical
07.2024 - 07.2025
  • Performed physical exams for Veteran disability claims
  • Documentation of visit utilizing EMR system
  • Rendered Medical Opinions to the VA based on peer-reviewed research
  • Supervised ordered PFT's and EKG's for quality assurance
  • Promoted a positive work environment by mentoring junior staff members and collaborating effectively with colleagues

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Emerald Coast Cancer Center
05.2017 - 06.2024
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement hematology/oncology patient-centered care plans
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments for current status
  • Utilized evidence-based guidelines to guide clinical decision-making for optimal patient outcomes in collaboration with specialist.
  • Adjusted cancer treatments according to guidelines for chemotherapy toxicity
  • Ordered diagnostic testing to validate the effectiveness of treatment and reviewed with oncologist and patient
  • Provided counsel and emotional support for patients and family members dealing with end-of-life issues

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Twin Cities Family Practice
07.2014 - 04.2017
  • Provided comprehensive primary care to patients across the lifespan, including physical exams, diagnoses, and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses
  • Performed skin shave and punch biopsies
  • Collaborated with other members of the healthcare team and referral of patient for specialty evaluation
  • Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
  • Utilized EMR documentation
  • Served as preceptor for APRN students

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

White-Wilson Medical Center
04.2008 - 07.2014
  • Diagnosed and managed care for 100+ patients with chronic disease in an Internal Medicine practice
  • Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to guide clinical decision-making for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention, medication management, lifestyle modifications, and self-care techniques using practical examples and written instruction
  • Maintained accurate documentation using EMR
  • Served as a preceptor for APRN students

Education

Master's degree - Science of Nursing, Advanced Family Nurse Practitioner

University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL

Bachelor degree - Science of Nursing

University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL

Skills

  • Proficient in written and verbal communication
  • Team-based collaboration
  • Clinical judgment
  • Adult health oversight
  • Diagnostic test interpretation
  • Research utilization
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Acute health problems
  • Medication prescribing
  • Proficient in Differential - Diagnoses

Accomplishments

  • Nominated for Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women's Wall of Honor in 2013 for impacting lives of women

Affiliations

  • Member of Association of Advanced Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
  • Inducted into Sigma Theta Tau 2005

Certification

  • Licensed in State of Florida with current National Certification
  • DEA License active
  • Current BLS Certification

Timeline

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Trusted Medical
07.2024 - 07.2025

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Emerald Coast Cancer Center
05.2017 - 06.2024

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Twin Cities Family Practice
07.2014 - 04.2017

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

White-Wilson Medical Center
04.2008 - 07.2014

Master's degree - Science of Nursing, Advanced Family Nurse Practitioner

University of South Alabama

Bachelor degree - Science of Nursing

University of West Florida

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