DEBRA MCGEEHIN
Macungie,PA
Summary
Accomplished Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record at LVHN, adept in patient education and interprofessional collaboration. Leveraged advanced practice skills to enhance chronic disease management and preventive care, achieving significant patient outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional critical thinking and patient advocacy, ensuring high-quality care and education across diverse medical settings.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
NURSE PRACTITIONER
MATRIX MEDICAL NETWORK
10.2020 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
Nurse Practitioner
Allentown Anesthesia Associates
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Reviewed medical/surgical histories and performed pre-op physical assessment to patients undergoing elective surgical procedures.
- Performed post-op assessment to patients in the inpatient setting who have received pain management modalities, such as epidurals and nerve blocks.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
Nurse Practitioner
LVPG Endocrinology
06.2011 - 04.2018
- Obtained history and preformed physical assessment to patients with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes and thyroid disorders
- Prescribed treatment plans tailored to the patient's personal and financial situation
- Provided education to patients and families regarding disease management
Nurse Practitioner
The Heart Care Group
08.2005 - 06.2011
- Performed comprehensive physical assessment and exam for patients with acute and chronic cardiac conditions, such as hyperlipidemia, angina, hypertension and chronic heart failure
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies regarding chronic conditions
Certified Diabetes Educator
LVHN - Helwig Diabetes Center
09.1999 - 08.2005
- Established strong relationships with patients, fostering trust and open communication throughout the education process.
- Promoted and supported pertinent lifestyle changes through nutritional counseling and carbohydrate counting.
- Created and implemented annual diabetes event and projects.
- Conducted assessments of patient needs, individualizing education plans accordingly.
- Developed educational materials that catered to various learning styles and literacy levels.
- Educated patients and families on diabetes-related care.
- Developed and implemented health education programs to help individuals and communities improve health and well-being.
- Maintained and completed documentation.
Training Coordinator
LVHN - Coalition for a Smoke-free Valley
05.1993 - 09.1999
- Provided training on Tobacco Cessation strategies to clinical staff of dental, medical and addiction treatment centers
- Developed engaging instructional materials, including presentations, handouts, and interactive activities.
- Coordinated logistics for training events, including scheduling facilities, securing necessary equipment, and managing participant registration.
- Collaborated with community health programs to design customized training plans
- Provided a tobacco prevention program to elementary aged children grades 3-6
Critical Care Educator
LVHN
09.1987 - 05.1993
- Promoted culture of learning throughout organization.
- Oversaw and planned, directed, designed and implemented educational programs directed at newly graduated RN's entering critical care.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of existing educational materials, updating content to align with current clinical practice
- Coordinated simulation exercises for staff members to practice complex clinical scenarios, boosting confidence in real-life situations.
RN
LVHN
06.1979 - 05.1993
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Education
FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER - Nursing Science
DeSales University
Center Valley, PA05.2004
Master of Science - Nursing
DeSales University
Center Valley, PA05.1994
Skills
- Preventive Care
- Patient Education
- Health Promotion
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Differential diagnosis
- Patient Examination
- Treatment Plan Development
- Lab result evaluation
- Advanced physical examination
- Care Plan Development
- Chronic Disease Management
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Direct Patient Care
- Diabetes and nutrition treatments
- Medication Administration
- Records Review
- Precepting
- Home healthcare
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Assessment
- Chronic Health Problems
- Primary Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Decision-Making
- Patient Advocacy
- Diagnostic test interpretation
Timeline
NURSE PRACTITIONER
MATRIX MEDICAL NETWORK
10.2020 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Allentown Anesthesia Associates
04.2018 - 09.2020
Nurse Practitioner
LVPG Endocrinology
06.2011 - 04.2018
Nurse Practitioner
The Heart Care Group
08.2005 - 06.2011
Certified Diabetes Educator
LVHN - Helwig Diabetes Center
09.1999 - 08.2005
Training Coordinator
LVHN - Coalition for a Smoke-free Valley
05.1993 - 09.1999
Critical Care Educator
LVHN
09.1987 - 05.1993
RN
LVHN
06.1979 - 05.1993
FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER - Nursing Science
DeSales University
Master of Science - Nursing
DeSales University