Board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner with 10 years of primary care experience, alongside 13 years in pediatric critical care nursing, equipped with advanced assessment and diagnostic capabilities for addressing challenging patient needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Madigan Army Medical Center
Joint Base Lewis McChord, USA
11.2021 - Current
Delivers developmentally appropriate and culturally aware primary care to children from birth to 17 years in the Pediatric Patient Centered Medical home (PCMH).
Obtained and documented thorough medical histories, physical exams, and medication reconciliations; formulated evidence-based plans of care during well child and acute visits, preoperative clearances, and sports physicals.
Ordered and interpreted lab work and imaging, prescribed medications, placed referrals, and collaborated with providers to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Utilizes emerging technologies such as ambient listening to enhance productivity during in-person and virtual visits for a variety of acute, chronic, and behavioral health concerns.
Serves as a preceptor to medical, physician assistant and nurse practitioner students.
Updated and enrolled children in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) to ensure access to necessary services.
Cultivated personal and organizational growth through attendance at daily case studies and participation in performance improvement projects.
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
The Pediatric Group
Oklahoma City, USA
01.2019 - 01.2021
Provided primary health care for up to 26 children daily with acute and chronic illnesses, from birth to 21 years of age, in a busy multi-provider practice.
Performed history and physical exams, ordered and reviewed diagnostic tests, conducted developmental screenings, and administered immunizations for comprehensive patient evaluations.
Developed and implemented treatment plans, prescribed medications, coordinated referrals, ensured follow-up visits, and collaborated with primary care physicians and specialists to optimize patient care.
Modified intake forms to align with electronic medical record (EMR) for improved workflow efficiency.
Authored 'Bites and Burns: The Bummers of Summer', an informative article for practice website.
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Premiere Pediatrics
Norman, USA
03.2015 - 12.2018
Diagnosed and treated up to 28 children daily with acute and chronic health conditions in busy outpatient clinic, improving patient access to care.
Formulated comprehensive treatment plans that included prescribing medications, educating patients, and coordinating referrals.
Provided inpatient newborn nursery coverage at Norman Regional Hospital through daily rounding, ensuring timely admission and discharge exams.
Registered Nurse
Integris Health
Oklahoma City, USA
05.2002 - 03.2015
Managed pediatric patients in intensive care unit (PICU), providing pre- and post-operative care, mechanical ventilation, vasoactive medications, hemodynamic monitoring, and central venous access.
Assisted physicians with bedside procedures including intubation, tracheostomy replacement/care, esophagogastroduodenoscopy, bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, wound and burn debridement, and central and arterial line placement.
Participated in daily multidisciplinary rounds: reported patient history and current condition, reviewed medications and lab results, interpreted chest x-rays, and contributed to care plans.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile
12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2002
Skills
Active listening
Care coordination
Newborn care
ADHD management
Collaborative practice
Asthma care
Telehealth services
Acute illness treatment
Allergy care
Well-child exams
Immunizations
Patient advocacy
Effective communication
Time management
EMR optimization
Clinical judgment
Minor procedures
Continuing education
Certification
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with Prescriptive Authority Washington State Board of Nursing Initial: 07/18/22 Renew: 07/09/2027
• Basic Life Support American Red Cross Initial:06/11/25 Renew:06/30/2027
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