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Elizabeth Diane Gwin NP-C

Summary

Dedicated patient-centric Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record of accurately diagnosing patients and providing successful treatment plans. Diversified experience managing complex patients and disease including obstructive sleep apnea , as well as versed in the surgical setting by performing as first assist in the Operating Room. Talented in carefully documenting patient information, reviewing medical history, performing detailed examinations and discussing treatment options. Collaborative and confident problem-solver respected by colleagues for sound judgement and strong interpersonal skills.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Practitioner

United Health Group, Optum
03.2023 - Current
  • Conducts in-home assessments for Medicare members, including an evaluation of past medical history, review of systems, medication reconciliation, vital signs and physical exam.
  • Performs evidence-based practice screenings including point of care testing .
  • Educates members on topics regarding disease process such as hypertension, diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, osteoporosis and hyperlipidemia.
  • Identifies diagnoses to be used in care management and in the furtherance of treatment.
  • Communicates findings to member's PCP of potential gaps in care.

Nurse Practitioner,Vascular Surgery

CoxHealth
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Worked in fast-paced vascular surgery department in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
  • Served as first assist in the Operating Room on all vascular surgery cases.
  • Knowledgeable in all areas if vascular disease, including arterial and venous diagnosis and treatment .
  • Performed medical and surgical new patient consults and follow-ups.

Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine

CoxHealth
03.2018 - 03.2022
  • Independently managed a full patient panel of adult and geriatric patients.
  • Managed chronic disease to include hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, osteoporosis, migraine, anxiety , depression and other acute illnesses.
  • Known resource for peers regarding sleep medicine by ordering diagnostic testing, interpreting results an initiating treatment for obstructive sleep apnea.
  • Prescribed medication appropriately and interpreted diagnostic laboratory and radiologic testing.
  • Promoted self-management of complex medical issues by meeting with patients in-person and online actively listened to concerns, built trust and rapport, recommended self-care, lifestyle interventions and medications, tailored instructions to fit each individual patient's circumstances.

Registered Nurse

CoxHealth
08.1994 - 03.2018

Worked in various roles including Emergency ,Flight Nurse and House Supervisor.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing- Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southwest Missouri State University
Springfield, MO

Diploma - Nursing

Burge School of Nursing
Springfield, MO

Certification

CERTIFIED ADULT/GERONTOLOGY PRIMARY CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER | American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)


BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS) | American Heart Association


Registered with Medicare/Medicaid- NPI#1154839843

Licenses

ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE (APRN) | State of Missouri

REGISTERED NURSE | State of Missouri

DEA LICENSE

Affiliations

Member | American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) 2017-present

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner

United Health Group, Optum
03.2023 - Current

Nurse Practitioner,Vascular Surgery

CoxHealth
03.2022 - 03.2023

Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine

CoxHealth
03.2018 - 03.2022

Registered Nurse

CoxHealth
08.1994 - 03.2018

Master of Science - Nursing- Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

University of Cincinnati

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southwest Missouri State University

Diploma - Nursing

Burge School of Nursing
Elizabeth Diane Gwin NP-C