Erin McWilliams, FNP
Cohagen,MT
Summary
Hardworking Nurse Practitioner with 8 months of experience conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab testing and prescribing treatments or medications to address diverse conditions. Other experience includes 15 years as a registered nurse. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate pain and illness. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Primary Care and ER provider position in this facility. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Garfield County Health Center
2022.06 - 2023.03
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
Registered Nurse
Garfield County Health Center
2008.08 - 2022.04
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
OB/Labor and Delivery RN
Holy Rosary Health Care
2013.10 - 2017.02
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
Emergency Department RN
Holy Rosary Healthcare
2012.08 - 2013.10
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Frontier Nursing University
Hayden, KY02.2022
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Miles Community College
Miles City, MT05.2008
Skills
- Health and Wellness Education
- Patient Care Coordination
- Written Communication
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Medical History Review
- Treatment Plan Development
- Patient-Centered Care
- Prescribe Medication
- Physical Assessment
- Diabetes and Nutrition Treatments
- Acute and Chronic Health Issues
- Laceration Repair
- Interpreting Laboratory Results
- Inpatient Care
- Medical History
- Punch Biopsies
- Health Promotion
- Primary Care
- Mental Health
Accomplishments
Dramatically increased the census of patients seen in the primary care clinic I worked in previously in Jordan. Building the rapport, earning trust, and having the community far more receptive to being their provider than I anticipated as a local resident my whole life. That was a huge goal of mine as the majority of the people I was joining in that clinic were ready and waiting, hoping they would watch me fail. I was so proud of the patient base I was building.
Additional Information
References:
Dave Smith, FNP Billings Clinic in Miles City
phone: (406)-951-1633
- Dave was my primary preceptor for my FNP clinical and has been an amazing mentor and support person since I began to practice on my own.
Robert Gneiting, FNP
phone: (801)-560-8910
email: robert_gneiting@msn.com
- Robert worked often in Jordan as a locum NP and was a mentor and supportive colleague as I was getting my degree and after I was practicing on my own.
Dana GoFoth, FNP
phone: (704)-477-1447
- Locum NP from North Carolina I was had as a friend and mentor for the last 3 years. I worked with her as her nurse and have called for advice in complicated situation when I began practicing.
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Garfield County Health Center
2022.06 - 2023.03
OB/Labor and Delivery RN
Holy Rosary Health Care
2013.10 - 2017.02
Emergency Department RN
Holy Rosary Healthcare
2012.08 - 2013.10
Registered Nurse
Garfield County Health Center
2008.08 - 2022.04
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Frontier Nursing University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Miles Community College
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