Elizabeth Tavernari

Transitioned Outpatient BMG to Hospitalist BMG Medicine on 4/2024.

• Perform comprehensive history taking and physical exams.
• Ordering and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
• Formulate a differential diagnosis and an initial treatment plan.
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Coordinate care with specialists and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in hospital initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
• Covers medical, surgical, telemetry, and ICU units.
• Managed care of critically ill patients with hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, closed head injuries, strokes, seizures and tumors.
• Performed diagnostic procedures including EKGs, X-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans and MRI's.
• Ensured compliance with healthcare laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Conducted physical exams and interpreted laboratory results.
• Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
• Led health promotion and disease prevention initiatives within the community.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.

• Sole Nurse Practitioner in clinic, providing direct medical care, consultation, coordination and referrals, multi generational patient populations with a broad range of clinical issues.
• Effectively assessing and treating- 4-6 patients an hour with median length of stay at 35 minutes.
• Performed various occupational medical services, such as DOT physical exams and non-DOT exams.
• Manage MVC's exam and necessary paperwork and dispensing medications.
• Manage patients by prioritizing and counseling, according to urgency.
• Differentiate the need for higher acuity of care and initiating transferring patient to Emergency Department.
• Diagnose and treat patients with chronic and acute health problems.
• Perform various urgent care skills, such as but no limited to: Incision and drainage, assess and repaired wounds with techniques such as liquid skin, staples, sutures and bandages, small joint reductions, digital blocks, application of splints and plaster molds, venipuncture and IV infusions, fluorescein eye stain exams and such.
• Evaluate and treat sexually transmitted diseases.
• Perform physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
• Deliver urgent care for patients, including diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services, follow-up care.
• Kept abreast of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, imaging advances, government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
• Issue referrals to obtain specialized care for patients.
• Perform Covid testing and education and referral to Monoclonal Antibody Infusions when meeting EUA criteria.

• Sole Nurse Practitioner in clinic, providing direct medical care, consultation, coordination and referrals, multi generational patient populations with a broad range of clinical issues.
  • Performed various occupational medical services, such as DOT physical exams and non-DOT exams.
  • Managed MVC's exam and necessary paperwork and dispensing medications.
  • Managed patients by prioritizing and counseling, according to urgency.
  • Differentiated the need for higher acuity of care and initiating transferring patient to Emergency Department.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems.
  • Performed various urgent care skills, such as but no limited to: Incision and drainage, assess and repaired wounds with techniques such as liquid skin, staples, sutures and bandages, small joint reductions, digital blocks, application of splints and plaster molds, venipuncture and IV infusions, fluorescein eye stain exams and such.
  • Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases.
  • Operated in dual capacity, serving as clinician and manager of medical services.
  • Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
  • Kept abreast of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, imaging advances, government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.

• Managed care of critically ill patients with hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, closed head injuries, strokes, seizures and tumors.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with local businesses to organize health promotion programs to engage and attract potential patients.
• Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
• Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
• Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
• Delivered primary care for patients, including diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
• Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions such as stroke, heart disease, asthma, and COPD.
• Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
• Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
• Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.

• Coordinated review, revision and creation of operational policies within emergency department.
• Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
• Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
• Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.

• Coordinated review, revision and creation of operational policies within emergency department.
• Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
• Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.

• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
• Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
• Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
• Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.