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Overview
Work History
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Enjoy running, mountain biking, and swimming.
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Heather Fox

Leicester,NC

Summary

Qualified nurse practitioner with nearly 10 years of experience in a pulmonary and sleep clinic providing care for complex, medically encumbered patients. Delivering compassionate care for both patients and families. Building strong relationships with collaborative professionals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse-practitioner

Carolina Lung And Sleep At Pardee
2015.01 - 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.
  • Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
  • Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.

Registered Nurse

Mission Health
1998.11 - 2014.12

Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit

2008-2014


Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit

2007-2008


Emergency Department

1997-2007

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Park Ridge Hospital
1997.07 - 1998.12

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice -

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN
05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
06.1997

Skills

  • Preventive Care
  • Patient Education
  • Health Promotion
  • Interprofessional Collaboration
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Telehealth Proficiency
  • Acute care expertise
  • Quality Improvement
  • Specialist Referrals
  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Enjoy running, mountain biking, and swimming.

I enjoy spending time in the beautiful mountains running (road and trails) and mountain biking. I also love water sports and am a active swimmer.  

Timeline

Nurse-practitioner

Carolina Lung And Sleep At Pardee
2015.01 - Current

Registered Nurse

Mission Health
1998.11 - 2014.12

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Park Ridge Hospital
1997.07 - 1998.12

Doctor of Nursing Practice -

East Tennessee State University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Carolina University
Heather Fox