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Overview
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Education
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Gina Spence Brown

Abingdon,Virginia

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

APRN, FNP-BC, NP-C

Savida Health
11.2021 - Current
  • Practice as an APRN in an outpatient substance abuse treatment center providing patient centered medical care embracing the Harm Reduction treatment philosophy
  • Diagnosis and treatment of substance use disorders and other illnesses as needed; examination and evaluation of patients including documentation, referrals and coordination of care
  • Ordering and interpretation of toxicology testing
  • Diagnosis and medical management of psychiatric conditions
  • Working in collaboration with other team members to ensure patients receive both scheduled care and care as needed
  • Participating on an Interdisciplinary Plan of Care Team
  • Collaborate with outside providers as needed to coordinate patients care
  • Completing detailed, timely documentation of all aspects of patient care
  • Practice addiction medicine with focus on professionalism, compassion and respect
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

APRN, FNP-BC, NP-C

Savida Health
11.2021 - Current
  • Practice as an APRN in an outpatient substance abuse treatment center providing patient centered medical care embracing the Harm Reduction treatment philosophy
  • Diagnosis and treatment of substance use disorders and other illnesses as needed; examination and evaluation of patients including documentation, referrals and coordination of care
  • Ordering and interpretation of toxicology testing
  • Diagnosis and medical management of psychiatric conditions
  • Working in collaboration with other team members to ensure patients receive both scheduled care and care as needed
  • Participating on an Interdisciplinary Plan of Care Team
  • Collaborate with outside providers as needed to coordinate patients care
  • Completing detailed, timely documentation of all aspects of patient care
  • Practice addiction medicine with focus on professionalism, compassion and respect

APRN, FNP –BC, NP-C

Frontier Health
07.2018 - 11.2021
  • Practicing as an APRN in an expanded role in Mental Health
  • Caring for patients with both mental health and substance use problems
  • Conducting psychiatric evaluations, both brief, crisis and extensive for adults and adolescents, providing psychiatric and limited medical management of clients through participation in multidisciplinary treatment planning process, using evidence-based guidelines under the supervision of a physician
  • Ordering tests, making diagnoses, and prescribing medication
  • Assess for and make appropriate medical referrals
  • Collaborate with patients PCP's and other specialties
  • Accurately and timely complete medical records in accordance with the standards set by employer and other applicable agencies

RN, BSN, Inpatient Hospice House

Ballad Health | Bristol Regional Medical Center
05.2014 - 05.2018
  • Unit charge nurse as well as providing all aspects of primary patient care and case management to patients admitted to BRMC inpatient hospice unit for respite care or management of symptoms that could be controlled at home
  • Home health hospice care to patients at the end of life
  • Provide palliative care ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans

RN, BSN; Simulation Lab Instructor

VHCC
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Collaborate with the Dean of Nursing and the Simulation Lab Director in the development of learning activities to enhance the learning experience and increase the success of nursing students

Cardiovascular Data Analyst Manager for All MSHA Facilities

MSHA – Corporate
12.2012 - 08.2013
  • Management of CVP Data Analyst’s
  • Coordination of AMI/HF/PCI/ICD programs data analysis and reporting to CMS and American Heart Association
  • Developed strong understanding of ACC and best practice as it relates to Cardiovascular disease modalities and patients

Heart Failure Coordinator MSHA VA Facilities

MSHA – Corporate
07.2011 - 12.2012
  • Care and Coordination of Heart Failure Program including educational programs for patients, nurses, doctors, and members of community
  • Worked primarily with Virginia facilities on care coordination and CHF stratification
  • Participated in the Heart Failure Committee at MSHA involved in the successful Advanced Certification in Heart Failure recertification of JCMC by The Joint Commission

RN, BSN; House Supervisor/Patient Educator/Float Pool/5th Floor

Johnston Memorial Hospital
02.2007 - 07.2011
  • All aspects of patient care for various patient populations
  • House Supervisor
  • Patient Educator
  • Employee Education
  • Charge Nurse on Various Floors
  • Administration of Chemotherapy
  • Preceptor for new employees

RN, BSN; ICU at JCMC

JCMC
06.2006 - 02.2007
  • All aspects of primary patient care for adult patient populations in the MICU and CICU at JCMC

RN, BSN; Float Pool

BRMC
11.1999 - 06.2006
  • Provided patient care on multiple Units
  • All aspects of primary patient care in the Med-Psych Unit, CICU, SICU, Newborn and Pediatric Units
  • Precepting new employees

PT Psychiatric Tech/FT RN, BSN/PRN RN, BSN

IPP Psychiatric Hospital
06.1996 - 11.2001
  • All aspects of caring for patients with psychiatric illnesses and acute addiction inpatient care including facilitating their recovery through social interaction and traditional therapies
  • Working as part of a team to provide therapeutic care to psychiatric and addiction patients with a focus on monitoring safety
  • Precepting new employees

Education

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN
12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN
06.1999

Skills

  • Comprehensive Patient Assessment
  • Addiction Treatment Expertise
  • Mental Health Evaluation Expertise
  • Electronic Health Record Documentation
  • Cross-Disciplinary Teamwork
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Clear Communication
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Effective Time Management
  • Meticulous Attention
  • Adaptable Problem Solver
  • Reliable and Accountable
  • Proficient in Computer Applications
  • Effective Decision-Making Under Pressure
  • Organizational Skills

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 2 staff members.

Certification

FNP – ANCC Certification #VA: 000124073 – Exp. 10-28-2023

FNP – AANP Certification # F02181129 – Exp.

FNP license VA – 0024176016 – 04-2024

FNP license TN – APN0000024226 – 04-2024

DEA – License - TN MB4849747 – Exp. 07-31-2024

DEA- License – VA – MS6783472 – Exp. 02-29-2024

X-Waiver – XS6783472

NPI - 1285129544

RN Multi-State license VA - 0001224073 – Exp. 04-2024

CPR and AED Expires 6/2024

Certified Legal Assistant, State of Virginia, Obtained 12/88 – No exp. Date

Timeline

APRN, FNP-BC, NP-C

Savida Health
11.2021 - Current

APRN, FNP-BC, NP-C

Savida Health
11.2021 - Current

APRN, FNP –BC, NP-C

Frontier Health
07.2018 - 11.2021

RN, BSN, Inpatient Hospice House

Ballad Health | Bristol Regional Medical Center
05.2014 - 05.2018

RN, BSN; Simulation Lab Instructor

VHCC
08.2013 - 05.2014

Cardiovascular Data Analyst Manager for All MSHA Facilities

MSHA – Corporate
12.2012 - 08.2013

Heart Failure Coordinator MSHA VA Facilities

MSHA – Corporate
07.2011 - 12.2012

RN, BSN; House Supervisor/Patient Educator/Float Pool/5th Floor

Johnston Memorial Hospital
02.2007 - 07.2011

RN, BSN; ICU at JCMC

JCMC
06.2006 - 02.2007

RN, BSN; Float Pool

BRMC
11.1999 - 06.2006

PT Psychiatric Tech/FT RN, BSN/PRN RN, BSN

IPP Psychiatric Hospital
06.1996 - 11.2001

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

East Tennessee State University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

East Tennessee State University
Gina Spence Brown