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Denise Beard

Edmond,Oklahoma

Summary

Empathetic nurse practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing over 6 years of experience in diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Practitioner

Healogics
Jacksonville, FL
11.2018 - Current
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Offered continuous review of patients in wound program from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new LPNs as needed when starting in wound care.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Wound care modalities for all types of wounds including venous ulcer, diabetic foot ulcer, pressure ulcer, burns and moisture associated skin damage.
  • Care and planning of treatment of wound conditions with products specified to each wound and changing needs on weekly basis.
  • Visit 20-25 patients daily at scheduled nursing facilities across greater Oklahoma City Metro Area.

Nurse Practitioner

Correctional Medicine Associates
Cushing, OK
04.2016 - 11.2018
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Cared for post-surgical patients after all types of surgical procedures and procedures once release from hospital.
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
  • Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
  • Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
  • Oversaw training of 1 nurse practitioner student.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
  • Applied and removed casts, sutured soft tissue injuries, and changed dressings.

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Housecalls
Chickasha , OK
10.2015 - 04.2016
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
  • Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
  • Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
  • Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • 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.
  • Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
  • Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
  • Visit patients in home setting where unable obtain primary care in traditional settings.
  • 10-15 patients seen daily.

Education

Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
08.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Jacksonville University
Jacksonville FL
12.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Oakland Community College
Waterford, MI
05.1994

Skills

  • HIPAA Guidelines
  • Patient Records Maintenance
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Disease Prevention Education
  • Medication Prescribing
  • Health Care Evaluation
  • Health Promotion
  • Chronic Health Problems

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner

Healogics
11.2018 - Current

Nurse Practitioner

Correctional Medicine Associates
04.2016 - 11.2018

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Housecalls
10.2015 - 04.2016

Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner

University of Cincinnati

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Jacksonville University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Oakland Community College
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