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Gina M. Lott
Harrisburg,PA
Summary
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner with experience in evaluating and managing acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions. Proficient in ordering and interpreting advanced diagnostics to optimize patient outcomes. Committed to delivering patient-centered care and fostering effective communication within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner, CRNP
Penn State Health Cardiology
Camp Hill, PA
03.2025 - Current
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage adult patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular condition in a cardiology practice setting
- Ordered, reviewed, and interpreted diagnostic studies including TTE, nuclear medicine, stress echo, walking stress tests, EKG, Zio and Holter monitoring, laboratory work, and other cardiology-related testing to inform patient management.
- Developed and adjusted treatment plans for patients with hypertension, heart failure, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, post-PCI and CABG, and hyperlipidemia to optimize health outcomes.
- Prescribe and titrate medications based on patients' response, current guidelines, and cardiovascular risks
- Educated patients on disease processes, medication adherence, symptom monitoring, and lifestyle modification to enhance understanding and promote effective self-management.
- Document encounters in Cerner/Epic and coordinate care with physicians, nurses, ancillary staff, and outside specialists.
- Support continuity of care through timely follow-up, referrals, and communication across the care team.
PACU Nurse
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
10.2020 - 02.2025
- Provided direct patient care to post-operative surgical patients across various specialties.
- Assessed patient conditions and reviewed admissions while documenting clinical justifications for hospitalization.
- Coordinated discharge planning and facilitated transitions of care based on patient needs.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and hospital staff to transition patients to lower levels of care.
Charge Nurse
Orlando Health-Dr. Phillips Hospital
Orlando, FL
10.2012 - 09.2020
- Oversaw pre-operative and post-operative patient care, including assessments and medication administration.
- Assisted anesthesia with arterial line placements, Swan-Ganz catheter insertions, and nerve block preparations.
- Identified changes in patient condition during recovery and escalated concerns as necessary.
- Reviewed physician orders to manage pain control and facilitate surgical recovery.
- Educated patients on post-operative care for improved recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and effective discharge planning.
PACU Nurse
Dr. Phillips Hospital
Orlando, FL
10.2013 - 12.2019
- Delivered direct pre-operative and post-operative care for diverse surgical populations, including neurological, orthopedic, gastrointestinal, renal, ophthalmology, vascular, and gynecological patients.
- Performed assessments, utilization reviews, and discharge planning to ensure comprehensive care coordination based on patient needs.
- Coordinated transitions of care for home health, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, and durable medical equipment to streamline patient recovery.
- Educated patients and families on self-management strategies and recovery expectations to enhance understanding of care plans.
- Communicated effectively with nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care.
Education
MSN - Nurse Practitioner
Drexel University
PhiladelphiaBSN -
Drexel University
PhiladelphiaRN -
Keiser University School of Nursing
Orlando, FLSkills
- Cardiology expertise
- Diagnostic testing
- EKG interpretation
- Cardiovascular assessment
- Cardiac diagnostics
- Heart failure management
- Chronic disease management
- Arrhythmia evaluation
- Medication management
- Treatment planning
- Physical examination
- Epic/Cerner
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical documentation
- Team collaboration
- Continuity of care
- Cardiac catheterization care
Certification
- CRNP, FNP-C, Pennsylvania, Active
- RN, Pennsylvania, Active
- DEA registration, Active
- Prescriptive Authority, Active
- ACLS, 06/2027
- BLS, 06/2027
Credentials
- MSN
- CRNP
- FNP-C
Professional References
Available upon request
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeSalary Range
$55/hr - $70/hrTimeline
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner, CRNP
Penn State Health Cardiology
03.2025 - Current
PACU Nurse
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
10.2020 - 02.2025
PACU Nurse
Dr. Phillips Hospital
10.2013 - 12.2019
Charge Nurse
Orlando Health-Dr. Phillips Hospital
10.2012 - 09.2020
MSN - Nurse Practitioner
Drexel University
BSN -
Drexel University
RN -
Keiser University School of Nursing