Highly skilled and compassionate Doctor of Nursing Practice with extensive experience at Merinda Herron Pediatrics, adept in emergency medicine and patient education. Proven ability to develop effective treatment plans and ensure HIPAA compliance while enhancing patient safety. Committed to improving health outcomes for children and adolescents through compassionate care and innovative health management strategies.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Merinda Herron Pediatrics, MD PC
Atlanta, GA
06.2014 - 12.2024
Performed physical examinations including height, weight, vision, hearing tests, and vital signs monitoring.
Treated pediatric patients with minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems and growth and development concerns.
Explained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and families.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation, or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care calls, and on-call emergency consultation.
Utilized Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems to document and access patient information.
Ordered laboratory tests, such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds.
Evaluated patient progress by reviewing vital signs and medical histories.
Prescribed medications and treatments to alleviate patients' health concerns.
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
South DeKalb Pediatrics
Decatur, GA
10.2011 - 06.2019
Provided episodic, primary, and chronic care to infants, children, and adolescents.
Conducted an after-school adolescent clinic for teenagers.
Adjunct Professor/Clinical Nurse Preceptor
South University
Savannah, GA
06.2017 - 12.2018
Developed and implemented course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
Monitored student progress throughout the semester utilizing attendance records, grade reports, and other data sources.
Mentored students in the development of their research skills and critical thinking abilities.
Assessed student performance through examinations and assignments.
Nurse Practitioner
Life Cycle OB/Gyn & Pediatrics
East Point, GA
06.2010 - 09.2014
Provided episodic, primary, and chronic care to infants, children, and adolescents.
Public Health Nurse Practitioner
Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness
Atlanta, GA
08.2007 - 06.2010
Provided acute, primary, and chronic care to juvenile inmates.
Nurse Practitioner
State of Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
Decatur, GA
01.1999 - 08.2006
Provided acute, primary, and chronic care to juvenile inmates.
Nurse Practitioner
Hughes Spalding Children's Hospital of Grady
Atlanta, GA
01.1997 - 01.1999
Provided episodic, primary, and chronic care to infants, children, and adolescents.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
South University
Savannah, GA
12-2019
Master of Science - Nursing
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
12-1995
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
06-1982
Undergraduate Studies -
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
01-1977
Skills
Emergency medicine
Primary care
Adolescent care
Newborn assessments
Health Information Technology
Healthcare Management
Health Education
Medication administration
Diagnosis and treatment
Patient education
Pharmaceuticals prescription
EMR systems
Patient safety
Wound care
Teaching and mentoring
Public health procedures
Treatment plan development
Abnormality and disease detection
Confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau Sorority at both Georgia State University and South University
Accomplishments
Independent owner of Covenant Maternal and Child Health Services - Nonprofit organization whose mission is to aid in reducing maternal and infant mortality by providing early post-natal healthcare through postpartum depression and newborn assessments, educational services, medical and counseling referrals, and needed supplied and equipment to at risk mothers and their infants.
Timeline
Adjunct Professor/Clinical Nurse Preceptor
South University
06.2017 - 12.2018
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Merinda Herron Pediatrics, MD PC
06.2014 - 12.2024
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
South DeKalb Pediatrics
10.2011 - 06.2019
Nurse Practitioner
Life Cycle OB/Gyn & Pediatrics
06.2010 - 09.2014
Public Health Nurse Practitioner
Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness
08.2007 - 06.2010
Nurse Practitioner
State of Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
01.1999 - 08.2006
Nurse Practitioner
Hughes Spalding Children's Hospital of Grady
01.1997 - 01.1999
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
South University
Master of Science - Nursing
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia State University
Undergraduate Studies -
Clark Atlanta University
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