HOLLY KENNEDY BSN, RN, CAPA

Family Nurse Practitioner candidate graduating May 2026 with over 15 years of progressive nursing experience in acute care, ambulatory care, perioperative services, and leadership. Clinically prepared in primary care across the lifespan with commitment to evidence-based practice, chronic disease management, preventive care, and quality patient outcomes.

• Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA) – Completed in 2020
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt – Completed in 2023
• Clinical Nurse Level IV, Wellstar MCG Health
• Active BLS and ACLS Certification

Wellstar MCG Health Quality Symposium 1st place winner for Perioperative Readiness Nurse – 2024

Nursing Specialty Award for Service & Leadership – 2017

Shared Governance and Quality Improvement Lead for Postoperative Pulmonary Prevention & Reducing Surgical Site Infection Risks –  Ongoing

Internal Medicine – Adult & Geriatric Primary Care, Wellstar MCG Health – 180 hrs

• Provided comprehensive primary care for adult and geriatric patients along Family Nurse Practitioner preceptor.
• Managed chronic diseases and follow-up appointments, providing ongoing care for adults with multiple comorbidities. Incorporated preventive care and health maintenance into each visit

Women’s Health – OB/GYN Primary Care, Wellstar MCG Health – 90 hrs

• Conducted comprehensive women’s health assessments for pediatric through adult patients working alongside a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner preceptor.
• Performed pelvic exams, gynecologic screenings, preventive care, and contraceptive counseling.

Pediatrics – Louisville Children’s Clinic– 90 hrs

• Managed common acute illnesses and conducted preventive care visits in pediatric patients in a rural setting working alongside a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
• Provided family-centered anticipatory guidance and education to patients and families.

Urgent Care – MEDNOW South Augusta Campus – Ongoing 60 hrs

• Evaluated and treated acute conditions in both pediatric and adult urgent care populations working alongside a Family Nurse Practitioner
• On-site xray utilized for diagnostics
• Gained experience in minor procedures and triage-based decision making

Adult Primary Care – Piedmont Summerville Internal Medicine – Ongoing 160 hrs

• Managed adults with complex acute and chronic conditions in primary care setting working alongside a Family Nurse Practitioner
• Conducted follow-up visits, medication management, and continuity-of-care planning
• Emphasized patient education and adherence to guideline