DEIDRA BOLTON
Summary
Qualified Nurse Practitioner with eleven years of experience in a leadership nursing role. Adept at critical care and management with training in patient education and leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
American Family Care, Inc
12.2013 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- 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.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Nurse Practitioner
Southeast Urgent Care
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
South University
Savannah, GA06-2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Savannah, GA12-2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Samford University
Birmingham, AL05-1994
Skills
- DOT Medical Examiner
- Diagnostic testing
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Lab result evaluation
- Phlebotomy
- Precepting
- American academy of nurse practitioners member
- Prescribing medications
- STD care and counseling
- Experienced preceptor
- Patient advocacy
Accomplishments
- Achieved certified nurse practitioner status while working as a registered nurse for twenty years.
- started a small business providing services to local school systems. Performed required physicals for school bus drivers.
Certification
- National Provider Identifier(NPI)- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner through American Associations Nurse Practitioner
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Southeast Urgent Care
08.2018 - 08.2019
Nurse Practitioner
American Family Care, Inc
12.2013 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
South University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Samford University
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