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Dedra Alexander

Lake Charles,LA

Summary

Energetic and motivational Nurse Practitioner and leader dedicated to driving top-quality patient care. Looking for a position in a top-notch facility with a commitment to innovative processes.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Savoy Medical Center
Mamou, LA
12.2022 - Current
  • Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Met patient needs by devising and coordinating highly tailored care plans for each individual.
  • Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Iowa Medical Clinic
Iowa, LA
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
  • Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
  • Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
  • Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Available Total Care, LLC
Crowley, LA
11.2020 - 05.2021
  • Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
  • Instructed and counseled patients to comply with prescribed medical or physical regimens, medications, health maintenance and addiction treatment.
  • Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
  • Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
  • Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.

RN Case Manager

LAMM HomeCare
Crowley, LA
09.2017 - 04.2020

Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.

RN Case Manager

Evangeline Home Center
Lake Charles, LA
02.2015 - 05.2017
Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management.

Director of Nursing

Compass Behavioral Health
Jennings, LA
08.2013 - 02.2015
Supervised 10-20 other practitioners and employees, led recruiting and hiring, managed employee review process and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations.

Director of Nursing

Westend Hospital
Jennings, LA
09.2011 - 02.2013
Supervised 20 other practitioners and employees, led recruiting and hiring, managed employee review process and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations.

RN field nurse

Christus St. Patrick HomeCare
Jennings, LA
09.2006 - 08.2011
Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management.

Public Health Nurse 3

Calcasieu Parish Health Unit
Lake Charles, LA
09.2001 - 09.2006
Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.

Med-Surg RN

Jennings American Legion Hospital
Jennings, LA
06.2000 - 09.2001
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.

Education

Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Herzing University
Dearborn, MI
08.2022

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Herzing University Online
05.2019

Master of Science - Nursing Administration

University of Phoenix Online Degree
2005

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

McNeese State University
1999

Psychology

Grambling State University
1995

Skills

  • Familiarity with disease management programs
  • Medical clinical procedures comprehension
  • Culturally sensitive
  • Skilled in conducting physical examinations
  • Health and wellness expertise
  • ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care)
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Psych and mental health care proficiency

Affiliations

Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing
National Association of School Nurses

Certification

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
  • American Nurses Credentialing Center Certification
  • Certification Number: 2022064764
  • Certification Valid: 12/05/2022 - 12/04/2027
  • Family Nurse Practitioner
  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board
  • Certification Number: F05200082
  • Certification Valid: 05/05/2020- 05/04/2025

Timeline

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Savoy Medical Center
12.2022 - Current

Family Nurse Practitioner

Iowa Medical Clinic
05.2021 - 05.2022

Family Nurse Practitioner

Available Total Care, LLC
11.2020 - 05.2021

RN Case Manager

LAMM HomeCare
09.2017 - 04.2020

RN Case Manager

Evangeline Home Center
02.2015 - 05.2017

Director of Nursing

Compass Behavioral Health
08.2013 - 02.2015

Director of Nursing

Westend Hospital
09.2011 - 02.2013

RN field nurse

Christus St. Patrick HomeCare
09.2006 - 08.2011

Public Health Nurse 3

Calcasieu Parish Health Unit
09.2001 - 09.2006

Med-Surg RN

Jennings American Legion Hospital
06.2000 - 09.2001

Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Herzing University

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Herzing University Online

Master of Science - Nursing Administration

University of Phoenix Online Degree

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

McNeese State University

Psychology

Grambling State University
Dedra Alexander