Debra Degering
Paoli,OK
Summary
Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with broad experience in primary care and family medicine. Strengths lie in patient education, preventive care and chronic disease management. Previous work has demonstrated significant impact on improving patient health outcomes through personalized treatment plans. Possess strong clinical skills, focused on delivering quality patient-centered care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Purcell Outpatient Clinic
Purcell, OK
08.2017 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient treatment and follow-up.
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care strategies.
- Performed diagnostic tests and interpreted results for accurate diagnosis.
- Managed chronic illnesses through monitoring and medication management plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient care quality and safety.
- Maintained accurate medical records and ensured compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning decisions.
- Provided comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages, including physical examinations, health assessments, and immunizations.
- Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system according to established standards.
- Managed referrals to specialists when necessary and followed up with results from referrals.
- Counseled patients on health risks associated with smoking, obesity, stress management and addiction.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as laboratory work, EKGs, x-rays, ultrasounds and other imaging studies.
- Collaborated with physicians in the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
- Prescribed medications and monitored progress for effectiveness of treatments.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients about preventative healthcare measures including nutrition, exercise and lifestyle modification.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences
Oklahoma City, OK05-2016
Affiliations
- Prior to moving to the country I served on the Town Council for Maysville. I was then selected at Mayor.
- I have been a member of Maysville Agriculture Boosters since 2019.
- I previously served as President of Maysville Youth Association.
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Purcell Outpatient Clinic
08.2017 - Current
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences
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