Gregory Cannon
Walstonburg,NC
Summary
Highly skilled Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in preventive care and patient education, notably at Eastern Nephrology Associates. Excelled in interprofessional collaboration and health promotion, significantly enhancing patient care quality. Proven expertise in managing chronic kidney disease, in the inpatient and outpatient settings.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Eastern Nephrology Associates
02.2014 - Current
- 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.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Provide Care to patients in multiple settings to include outpatient dialysis units and inpatient hospital settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
Nurse Practitioner
Vidant Medical Group
03.2012 - 01.2014
- 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.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Provide intensive care to acutely ill ICU patients in the coronary intensive care unit
Nurse Practitioner
Natalie Doyle MD
01.2008 - 01.2012
- 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.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
Nurse Practitioner
Will Bynum MD
03.2003 - 03.2008
- 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.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Provided medical care to kidney patients in dialysis centers, office and dialysis units.
- Provided medical care to adult internal medicine patients.
Nurse Practitioner
Eastern Nephrology Associates
03.1998 - 01.2003
- 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.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
Registered Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
United States Army
03.1988 - 06.1999
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-1988
High School Diploma -
Gosnell High School
Gosnell,Arkansas05-1975
Skills
- Preventive Care
- Patient Education
- Health Promotion
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Hospital Privileged
- Familiar with Chronic Kidney Disease
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Eastern Nephrology Associates
02.2014 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Vidant Medical Group
03.2012 - 01.2014
Nurse Practitioner
Natalie Doyle MD
01.2008 - 01.2012
Nurse Practitioner
Will Bynum MD
03.2003 - 03.2008
Nurse Practitioner
Eastern Nephrology Associates
03.1998 - 01.2003
Registered Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
United States Army
03.1988 - 06.1999
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Carolina University
High School Diploma -
Gosnell High School
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