Erin Shuster RN, MS, CPNP

Kind, organized Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with 8 years of experience. Committed to comprehensive patient care and working quickly under pressure. Successful at collaborating with doctors and ensuring parent education for excellent care.

• CPNP-PC, Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
• Licensed Nurse Practitioner - California Board of Nursing, License 95003267
• Licensed Registered Nurse, California Board of Nursing, License 824801

October 2015 – May 2023 Kiwi Pediatrics, Berkeley, CA

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner • Well child checks focused on completing thorough physical exam while incorporating evidence­ based anticipatory guidance and screening for important health problems. Sick visits included caring for patients with fever, cough, difficulty breathing, headache, ear pain, rash, trauma, abdominal pain, and vomiting. Follow ­ups included helping families manage asthma, obesity, eczema, and allergies. Well versed in accessing available community resources, providing referrals to specialty care, and completing school forms.

March 2009 – March 2011 Berkeley Pediatrics, Berkeley, CA

Medical Assistant • Performed initial patient work­ups by conducting vision and hearing tests, taking patient vitals, measuring height and weight. Administered vaccinations, prepared laboratory specimens and performed basic laboratory tests on the premises, disposed of contaminated supplies, and sterilized medical instruments. Maintained patient chart and file system using eClinical Works and traditional paper charting. Performed key clinic reception functions, answering phones and greeting patients and others in person.

February 2008 – February 2009 Tamalpais Pediatrics, Greenbrae, CA

Medical Assistant • Escorted patients to exam rooms, interviewed patients, measured vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiratory rate, documented all information in patient charts using eClinical Works and traditional paper charting. Stocked exam rooms with adequate medical supplies, maintained instruments, prepared sterilization as required. Performed key clinic reception functions, answering phones and greeting patients and others in person.

October 2006 – November 2007 Fred Meyer Pharmacy, Springfield, OR

Pharmacy Technician • Counted prescribed number of tablets, entered prescription information into the computer to produce labels and managed workers’ compensation reimbursements. Conferred with physicians regarding accuracy and clarifications on prescriptions. Maintained invoice and inventory information. Utilized excellent interpersonal skills necessary to consistently interact with patients, families, and staff in a courteous manner. Maintained positive working relationships with new and returning customers.

September 2007 Flying Doctors of America, Guatemala, C.A.

Volunteer • Provided care for people who otherwise would never receive professional medical care. Developed and implemented make­shift pharmacy to support physicians and dentists during three day clinic. Organized and inventoried all donated medications for quick dispensing. Conferred with primary health­care providers regarding accuracy and dosage of prescriptions. Had the experience of a lifetime.

ADVERTISING EXPERIENCE

June 2005 ­ July 2006, Account Executive Affiliate Crew, Salt Lake City, UT

May 2003 ­ July 2004, Ad Campaign Manager Tribal Fusion, Emeryville, CA

January 2002, Ad Operations Analyst ThirdAge.com, San Francisco, CA

March 2000 ­ July 2001, Traffic Manager Pogo.com, San Francisco, CA

June 1999 ­ March 2000, Ad Production Coordinator PC World Online,, San Francisco, CA

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

August 2004 – June 2005, Teacher St. John the Baptist Elementary School, Draper, UT

August 2002 – May 2003, Teaching Assistant Live Oak School, San Francisco, CA

Summer 2002, Teacher Foster City Elementary School, Foster City, CA

Spring 2002, Student Teacher Sunshine Gardens Elementary School, South San Francisco, CA

Fall 2001, Student Teacher Alvarado Elementary School, San Francisco, CA