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Leah Keith
Family Nurse Practitioner
Madison,AL
Summary
Highly qualified and board certified Family Nurse Practitioner driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Innova Primary Care
9 2023 - Current
- Family Nurse Practitioner (PRN)
- Cultivated strong relationships with healthcare providers to facilitate seamless coordination of patient services.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to inform decision making and optimize patient outcomes.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Performed diagnostic tests to aid in accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment planning.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall system efficiency within the facility.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Family Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
Complete Express Care
01.2023 - Current
- Family Nurse Practitioner (PRN)
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to inform decision making and optimize patient outcomes.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Performed diagnostic tests to aid in accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment planning.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Registered Nurse
Huntsville Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2023
- RN, PACU (PRN)
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Alabama in Huntsville
01.2021 - 12.2022
- GTA, Simulation and Learning Innovation Center (SLIC)
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Registered Nurse
Madison Hospital
01.2019 - 05.2022
- RN, Emergency Department
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs..
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Calhoun Community College
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Delivered high-quality instruction using a variety of teaching methods tailored to diverse learning styles and individual needs of students.
- Led daily operations by providing laboratory instruction, student advisement and industry best practices.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students..
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
High School Science Teacher
Westminster Christian Academy
07.2009 - 05.2014
- Collaborated with colleagues on cross-curricular projects, enriching students'' overall educational experience.
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Organized field trips to local museums and research facilities, exposing students to real-world applications of scientific knowledge.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences, collaborating with parents to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Enhanced student understanding by utilizing diverse teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
High School Teacher
American Christian Academy
07.2005 - 05.2009
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and targeted interventions to improve academic performance.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
University of Alabama Huntsville
Huntsville, AL 08.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Alabama Huntsville
Huntsville, AL 08.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama Huntsville
Huntsville, AL 01.2019 - 05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
Decatur, AL 01.2017 - 12.2018
Master of Arts - Teaching
The University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL 08.2007 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - General Human Environmental Science
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL 08.2000 - 05.2005
Skills
Time Management
Team Collaboration
Patient Safety
Care Planning
Preventive Care
Diagnostic Interventions
Chronic Disease Management
Patient Assessment
Multitasking
Medication Education
Medication Prescribing
Telemedicine Appointments
Licensure And Certification
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), 12/2027
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), 12/2027
- Tennessee APN License, 02/2024
- Alabama APN License, 12/2025
- Multi-State RN License, 12/2025
- BLS Certification, American Heart Association (AHA), 07/2025
Volunteer Experience
- OADN Food Drive (2018)
- Morgan County Free Clinic (2018)
- Kid Check (Morgan County)- (2017)
- Stakeholder Accreditation Team, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (2010-2011)
- National Honor Society Selection Committee (2009-2011)
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau
Software
EClinicalWorks
Tebra
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Interests
Reading
Exercise
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
Complete Express Care
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Huntsville Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2023
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Alabama in Huntsville
01.2021 - 12.2022
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
University of Alabama Huntsville
08.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Alabama Huntsville
08.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama Huntsville
01.2019 - 05.2020
Registered Nurse
Madison Hospital
01.2019 - 05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
01.2017 - 12.2018
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Calhoun Community College
01.2012 - 12.2014
High School Science Teacher
Westminster Christian Academy
07.2009 - 05.2014
Master of Arts - Teaching
The University of West Alabama
08.2007 - 05.2011
High School Teacher
American Christian Academy
07.2005 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - General Human Environmental Science
The University of Alabama
08.2000 - 05.2005
Family Nurse Practitioner
Innova Primary Care
9 2023 - Current