Elizabeth Merkle
Northport,AL
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 2 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
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
American Family Care Urgent Care Clinic
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
- Performed physical examinations, ordered &
interpreted diagnostic tests (laboratory, X-rays,
ECG) and prescribed medications as appropriate. - Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Diagnosed and treated acute health care problems,
such as illnesses, infections, allergic reactions, and
injuries (sutures/staples, incision & drainage,
wound care). - Diagnosed and treated chronic health care
problems, such as high blood pressure and
diabetes. - Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Apply for Prior Authorizations when necessary to
assure optimal treatment. - Identify and screen individuals struggling with
behavioral health concerns (anxiety, depression);
counsel. initiate treatment and follow-up care to
include behavioral health specialist. - Obtained patient history and performed
assessment via observation, interview and
examination. - Facilitated communication between physicians,
other providers, families and community resources
concerning patient needs. - Demonstrated ability to assess, diagnose and treat
acute illnesses and injuries relevant to Workman's
Compensation with appropriate follow-up
appointments and referrals. - Developed treatment plans, based on scientific
rationale, standards of care, and professional
practice guidelines. - Perform Department of Transportation (DOT),
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
(FMCSA) Medical examinations.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL08.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland - University College
Hyattsville, MD12.2014
Skills
- Patient Examination
- Differential Diagnosis
- Preventive Care
- Treatment Planning
- Women's Health Exams
- Behavioral Health
- Pediatric Care
- Laceration Repair
- Foreign Body Removal
- Incision & Drainage
- Electronic Health Records
- DOT Medical Examiner
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
American Family Care Urgent Care Clinic
01.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shelton State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland - University College
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