Erin Clark DNP FNP-BC CPN
Family Nurse Practitioner
Somers,CT
Summary
Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with 5 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Trinity Health Of New England
Somers, CT
08.2021 - Current
- Reviewed test results and information gleaned during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses or conditions.
- Facilitated ongoing assessment of patient and family needs and implemented interdisciplinary team care plan.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Worked in women's health services providing counseling on reproductive issues and assisting with family planning needs.
- Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Completed physical examinations and required immunizations for school-aged patients.
- Worked with patients and families to explain plans of care, advocating for needs and preferences and updating periodically.
- Discussed preventive measures to improve health and avert further medical issues.
- Examined wounds and treated lacerations with bandaging, suturing and topical medications.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Mentor and preceptor for Nurse Practitioner Students
Family Nurse Practitioner
Baystate Mason Square Community Health Center
Springfield, MA
11.2018 - 08.2021
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Managed 18 patients a day
- Mentor and preceptor for Nurse Practitioner Students
- Adhered to all hospital procedures, policies and protocols to support patient safety.
- Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
- 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, including diabetes and heart disease.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits
- Oversaw training of 1 nurse practitioner students annually.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including physicians, case managers and social workers.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals and gynecological examinations.
- Assessed, evaluated and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Westfield Pediatrics
Westfield, MA
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through therapeutic measures, including prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Formulated plans of care to optimize child's health potential and minimize physical and psychological complications.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Provided anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practices.
- Established and implemented developmental screening initiatives to detect delays in young children.
- Assessed, evaluated and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Managed on average, 16 patients a day
Registered Nurse III
Baystate Children’s Hospital
Springfield, MA
07.2006 - 11.2018
- June 2006-October 2015 worked on Infants & Children's Unit
- October 2016-November 2018 worked in PICU
- October 2015-October 2016 worked as Pediatric Flex nurse working in: NICU, CCN, PICU, Adolescent & Young Adult Unit, Infants & Children's Unit, Pediatric Emergency Department and Pediatric PACU
- Patient Care Coordinator including unit supervision, collaborating with other children’s hospital units for patient placement, triaging patients and coordinated nursing assignments.
- Member of multiple unit and children's hospital based committees including: Leadership Committee, Clinical Practice Committee, Chemotherapy Administration Team and Committee, Floating Committee, Breastfeeding Resource Team.
- Provided bedside care and treatment for patients in Pediatric/Surgical units.
- Mentor and preceptor for Nurse Residency Program, student nurses and novice nurses on the unit.Trained family members in how to care for patients and manage individual conditions.
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing effective communication with parents and children of all age groups.
- Provided educational support to patients and families to inform them of procedures.
- Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Participated in 5 policy committees to discuss policies, propose revisions and implement changes.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assessed, evaluated and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Provided care for critically ill patients with traumatic injuries and life-threatening illnesses.
Faculty
Elms College School of Nursing
Chicopee, MA
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Didactic Lecture for Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner Program Nursing 723 Primary Care I: Infancy through Adolescents.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Prepared and delivered 1 lectures per week to graduate students on pediatric topics.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
- Created and implemented case studies and sim labs interactive learning techniques to achieve maximum retention of objectives.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Pediatric Services Of Hampden County
West Springfield, MA
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Completed 225 hours of clinical work in pediatric primary care.
- Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through therapeutic measures, including prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Provided anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practices.
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing effective communication with parents and children of all age groups.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Baystate Health Vascular Services
Springfield , MA
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Completed 225 hours of clinical work in vascular services.
- Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
- Removed sutures and changed dressings
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Baystate Health Wing Primary Care
Wilbraham, MA
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Completed 160 hours of clinical work in internal medicine.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions, including diabetes and heart disease.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals and gynecological examinations.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Baystate Pediatric Surgery
Springfield, MA
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Completed 225 hours of clinical work in pediatric surgical services.
- Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
- Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
- Observed surgical procedures
Nursing Clinical Instructor
University of Massachusetts College of Nursing
Amherst , MA
09.2012 - 07.2019
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Strived to continuously update course strategies and content based on current trends and technological advancements in healthcare.
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Monitored progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as pharmacology, mental health nursing and community health care practices.
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning, including community assessments and health promotion activities and projects.
- Created and implemented case studies and sim lab interactive learning techniques to achieve maximum retention of objectives.
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Our Lady Of The Elms College
Chicopee, MA
07.2006 - 10.2015
- Oriented and provided instruction to students during clinical rotations.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Educated nursing students on successful methods for performing nursing care and techniques.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
College Of Our Lady Of The Elms
Chicopee, MA 09.2014 - 05.2017
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
College Of Our Lady Of The Elms
Chicopee, MA 09.2002 - 05.2006
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA 09.2000 - 05.2002
Skills
LeadershipMentorQuality improvementSafety
Supervising students
Completing physical assessments
Acute care expertise
Healthcare management
Prescription writing
Precepting
Patient referrals
Pediatric exams
Teamwork
Women's health exams
Affiliations
- Honor Society of Nursing Sigma Theta Tau International, Beta Zeta-at-Large Chapter
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Additional Information
- 2020-2021 Baystate Health Preceptor Awards. Excellence in Teaching Award Recipient
- 2014 March of Dimes Nurse of the Year; Finalist Nominee
- 2014 Baystate Health Art of Questioning for Nurses Campaign, People’s Choice Award Winner
Accomplishments
- Implemented teaching guidelines and educational material for pediatric wellness exams encouraging more streamlined education for patients and families.
- Implemented teaching guidelines for contraception use and education.
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of Advanced Practice Anchor Team Collaboration Pilot. A collaborative approach to complex care utilizing telehealth with a team approach between physician and advance practitioner
- Main provider for Special Care Clinic that provides care for patients with complex disabilities
- Collaborated with team of 2 in the development of New Patient Clinic.
- Collaborated with team of 6 in the development of Positive Patient and Family Procedure Experiences. A web based training module designed to reflect the importance of proper preparation and support for patients and families around medical procedures.
Certification
ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certified
Timeline
APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider
12-2021
Family Nurse Practitioner
Trinity Health Of New England
08.2021 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Baystate Mason Square Community Health Center
11.2018 - 08.2021
Family Nurse Practitioner
Westfield Pediatrics
06.2018 - 11.2018
Faculty
Elms College School of Nursing
01.2018 - 04.2018
PNCB Certified Pediatric Nurse
11-2017
ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certified
09-2017
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Baystate Pediatric Surgery
01.2017 - 04.2017
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Baystate Health Wing Primary Care
09.2016 - 12.2016
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Baystate Health Vascular Services
06.2016 - 08.2016
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Pediatric Services Of Hampden County
01.2016 - 04.2016
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
College Of Our Lady Of The Elms
09.2014 - 05.2017
Nursing Clinical Instructor
University of Massachusetts College of Nursing
09.2012 - 07.2019
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
01-2012
First Degree Reiki
06-2009
Registered Nurse III
Baystate Children’s Hospital
07.2006 - 11.2018
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Our Lady Of The Elms College
07.2006 - 10.2015
Licensed Registered Nurse
06-2006
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
03-2003
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
College Of Our Lady Of The Elms
09.2002 - 05.2006
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Springfield Technical Community College
09.2000 - 05.2002