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Gladys Cooksey

Atwater,CA

Summary

Accomplished Family Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record at Castle Family Health Centers, enhancing patient outcomes through preventative healthcare and chronic disease management. Skilled in interprofessional collaboration and patient education, I've significantly improved health accessibility and cultural competence. Expert in employing excellent oral communication to optimize care and treatment plans.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Nurse Practitioner

Castle Family Health Centers
09.2015 - Current
  • Implemented preventative care measures through routine physical exams, immunizations, screenings, and health education sessions.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of interventions and adjusted treatment plans accordingly to optimize patient outcomes and overall wellbeing.
  • Enhanced cultural competence within the practice by providing culturally sensitive care and implementing strategies to address health disparities among diverse patient populations.
  • Increased accessibility of care by offering flexible appointment times and telehealth services for remote patients.

Nurse Practitioner

Merced Faculty Associates
07.2010 - 09.2015
  • Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
  • Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.

Nurse Practitioner

Bloss Clinic/ Castle Family Health Centers
04.1986 - 07.2006
  • Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
  • Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.

Education

Associate of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

UC Davis
Davis, CA
07.1989

Associate of Science - Nursing

Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA
06.1982

Associate of Science - Nursing

Merced College
Merced, CA
05.1974

Associate of Science - Nursing

Merced College
Merced, CA
07.1970

High School Diploma -

Atwater High School
Atwater, CA
06.1969

Skills

  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Patient Education
  • Interprofessional Collaboration
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Preventive Care

Additional Information

While working as a NP from from 1996 to 2006 I also worked as the Clinic Manger. I was over the providers, nursing staff and receptionist. and still seeing patients I was responsible to make the clinics flow well on a day to day bases. I reported back to CEO weekly and as needed I have the experience of all aspects of managing the clinic Excellent communication skills that has made working relationship trustworthy and mutual respect I live here in Atwater over 60 years I love this community and love the medical care I want to to see it continue growth. I feel my skills and experience would benefit the management you have. I am moviated to join your team to learn from CEO and continue making Castle a great place

Timeline

Family Nurse Practitioner

Castle Family Health Centers
09.2015 - Current

Nurse Practitioner

Merced Faculty Associates
07.2010 - 09.2015

Nurse Practitioner

Bloss Clinic/ Castle Family Health Centers
04.1986 - 07.2006

Associate of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

UC Davis

Associate of Science - Nursing

Modesto Junior College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Merced College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Merced College

High School Diploma -

Atwater High School
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