Erin C. Bevan
West Yellowstone,MT
Summary
- Nine years of clinical experience as a nurse practitioner in a rural primary and urgent care clinic, working as a solo-provider, and the only medical provider in a 50-mile radius.
- Additional experience as a nurse practitioner in a Critical Access Hospital emergency department.
- Ten years of nursing experience in cardiac critical care and abdominal transplant.
- Flexible and adaptive to all situations.
- Communicates effectively in a respectful and culturally sensitive way.
- Able to remain calm and professional during critical incidents.
- Proven critical-thinker with strong attention to detail.
- Shows strong interpersonal skills while working with all members of the health care team.
- Strong leader and advocate for patients, families and colleagues.
- Committed to life-long learning.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Wilderness Medical Staffing
Spokane , WA
2022.12 - Current
- Provides comprehensive healthcare services to residents of remote Native Alaskan communities, Montana Critical Access Hospitals, and Bering Sea fishing vessels.
- Oversees patient assessment, treatment planning, coordination of consultations and specialty care referrals, as well as post-treatment monitoring.
- Provides 24-hour urgent and emergency care, while also coordinating medical evacuations to larger healthcare centers.
- Treats and monitors patients over several consecutive days when inclement weather prevents evacuation.
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Provides women's health care services including IUD and Nexplanon placement/removal, family planning, and reproductive issues.
- Promotes health by advising patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for prevention of disease.
- Evaluates and treats sexually transmitted diseases.
- Performs office procedures such as laceration repairs, splinting, casting, I&D, biopsies, foreign body removal, joint injections, and X-rays.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Semester At Sea
Fort Collins , CO
2023.06 - 2023.12
- Provided medical care to students, staff, faculty, and their families while circumnavigating the globe on a college campus at sea.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Performed thorough physical exams and health assessments on patients across a wide age range, from toddlers to senior citizens.
- Educated patients about preventative healthcare measures including nutrition, exercise and lifestyle modification.
- Prescribed medications and other treatments, adjusting dosages and therapies as necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed minor surgical procedures including suturing wounds, removing foreign bodies, and incision and drainage with appropriate anesthesia.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity of care.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings focused on improving student outcomes.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Health Partners
West Yellowstone , MT
2015.11 - 2022.12
- Provided comprehensive primary care to patients encompassing diagnosis, treatment, and referral for specialized services. Implemented home visits and ensured consistent follow-up care. Handled evening urgent care calls and offered consultations for emergencies.
- Analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses or diseases.
- Developed strong relationships with patients by actively listening to their worries, championing wellness initiatives, and educating them regarding acute as well as chronic health challenges.
- Quickly identified emergent health problems and initiated transport to appropriate facilities.
- Integrated research, education, evidence-based practice, and consultation into the clinical role
- Effectively lead the healthcare team in a positive and proactive way.
- Demonstrated proficiency in executing diverse medical techniques like suturing wounds,I&D operations,toenail extractions,punch and shave biopsies along with splinting/ casting responsibilities. Effective in X-Ray interpretation,EKG analysis,joint injections and implementation of clinic procedures.
- Provided women's health services for contraception, reproductive concerns, and family planning. Performed Nexplanon and IUD insertion and removal procedures.
- Initiated treatment for mental health ailments in a compassionate and patient-centered way.
- Worked with nurse practitioner students, medical students, registered nurse students, and new-graduate nurse practitioners as a designated preceptor.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hardin Hospital
Hardin , MT
2018.09 - 2021.09
- Delivered necessary healthcare services in an inpatient hospital and emergency department on an as-needed basis.
- Quickly identified emergent health problems and initiated transport to higher-level care when appropriate.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to properly diagnose illnesses and assess patient's condition.
- Adjusted patient care plans according to individual treatment outcomes and medical conditions.
- Delivered culturally sensitive healthcare services for Native American community.
- Competent in various urgent and emergency care techniques such as suturing, I&D, toenail removal, splinting, casting, X-Ray interpretation, and EKG interpretation.
- Led the healthcare team in a positive and proactive manner.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Medical ICU
Oregon Health and Science University
Portland , OR
2006.11 - 2014.01
- Regularly performed as charge nurse for a busy 26-bed unit.
- Frequently operated as the designated code responding nurse for all adult areas of the hospital.
- Worked with nursing students, new nursing graduates, and seasoned nurses as a delegated preceptor.
- Effectively and safely cared for the highest acuity patients on the unit
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Registered Nurse, Abdominal Transplant Unit
Oregon Health and Science University
Portland , OR
2005.08 - 2006.11
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Education
Master of Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Oregon Health And Science University
Portland, OR09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA05.2005
Skills
- EMR: EPIC, Cerner, Athena, Centricity, NextGen, SeaCare, and Quest
- Chronic Health Problems
- Acute Health Problems
- Patient Rapport and Advocacy
- Primary Care
- Urgent Care
- Emergency Care
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Critical Thinking
- Wound Care
- Psychiatric Care
Certification
AANP Certification [expires 10/2025]
APRN Licensure, Montana [expires 12/2024]
RN Licensure, Montana [expires 12/2024]
APRN Licensure, Alaska [expires 11/2024]
RN Licensure, Alaska [expires 11/2024]
DEA Licensure [expires 7/2024]
BLS [expires 1/2026]
ACLS [expires 1/2026]
PALS Plus [expires 06/2026]
ATLS [expires 12/2026]
ALSO [expires 4/2027]
Quality Improvement Initiatives
Reducing the Incidence of Hospital-Acquired Delirium 2008-2009 • Oregon Health and Science University, completed June 2009
Improving Skin Care and Reducing Pressure Ulcers in the Hospital 2009-2014 • Oregon Health and Science University, completed February 2014
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Additional Information
- HRSA NURSE Corps Scholarship recipient
- Sigma Theta Tau International, Beta Psi Chapter
- New York State Senate Liberty Award
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Semester At Sea
2023.06 - 2023.12
Family Nurse Practitioner
Wilderness Medical Staffing
2022.12 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hardin Hospital
2018.09 - 2021.09
Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Health Partners
2015.11 - 2022.12
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Medical ICU
Oregon Health and Science University
2006.11 - 2014.01
Registered Nurse, Abdominal Transplant Unit
Oregon Health and Science University
2005.08 - 2006.11
Master of Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Oregon Health And Science University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wilkes University
AANP Certification [expires 10/2025]
APRN Licensure, Montana [expires 12/2024]
RN Licensure, Montana [expires 12/2024]
APRN Licensure, Alaska [expires 11/2024]
RN Licensure, Alaska [expires 11/2024]
DEA Licensure [expires 7/2024]
BLS [expires 1/2026]
ACLS [expires 1/2026]
PALS Plus [expires 06/2026]
ATLS [expires 12/2026]
ALSO [expires 4/2027]
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