Motivated and reliable professional offering Nurse Practitioner expertise in Primary Care/College Health. Able to work independently as well as in a team. Great time manager, detail oriented, and effective communicator. Also, approachable and personable.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner, Family Medicine
Lehigh Valley Physicians Group/LVHN
Laurys Station, PA
2014.06 - Current
Off site care provider at Kutztown University
Vocal member of the provider team
Nurse Practitioner Student Preceptor
Experienced Primary Care Provider
Deliver primary care for patients from ages newborn to geriatric and provide diagnosis, treatment, follow-up care, and education.
Manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
Review patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and deliver informed follow-up.
Perform preventive services such as well-child and adult well exams.
Educate patients on the importance and benefits of compliance with prescribed medical or physical regimens, medications, and health maintenance.
Collaborate with other disciplines in development and implementation of treatment plans.
Provide support to clinical and clerical staff.
Build trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
Lehigh Valley Physicians Group/LVHN
Allentown , PA
2013.01 - 2014.06
Provided primary care services to indigent, minority, and transgender adult populations
Utilized community resources for best patient care
Multidisciplinary treatment team participant
Registered Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Allentown , PA
2005.01 - 2013.01
Provided medical/surgical (inpatient) and home health nursing services to patients
Instructor
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
1998.09 - 2002.06
Primary Instructor for undergraduate courses in the disciplines of Sports Medicine and Personal Wellness
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
DeSales University
Center Valley, PA
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA
Master of Public Health - Health Administration
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology/Athletic Training
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
Skills
Primary Care of Patients Through the Lifespan
Experience Treating Minority, Indigent and Transgender Populations
Health Promotion and Education Experience in Clinical and Classroom Settings
Experience Teaching in Higher Education (Sports Medicine and Personal Wellness disciplines)
Support Staff Supervision- Medical Assistants and Registered Nurses
Able to Collaborate with Multi Disciplines and Advocate for Best Patient Care
Patient Records Maintenance on EMR
Patient Confidentiality
Telemedicine
Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
Excellent Time Management
Contributer on Committees Within Office and Department
Experience Working in Diverse Environment
Professional Memberships
American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)- Member
American Public Health Association (APHA)- Member
Pennsylvania Coalition of Nurse Practitioners (PCNP)- Lehigh Valley Chapter Member
Publication
Konin, Jeff; Wiksten, Denise; Isear, Jerome; Brader, Holly, Special Tests for Orthopedic Examination, SLACK Incorporated, Thorofare, NJ, 2002.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner, Family Medicine
Lehigh Valley Physicians Group/LVHN
2014.06 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
Lehigh Valley Physicians Group/LVHN
2013.01 - 2014.06
Registered Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
2005.01 - 2013.01
Instructor
James Madison University
1998.09 - 2002.06
Master of Science - Nursing
DeSales University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cedar Crest College
Master of Public Health - Health Administration
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology/Athletic Training
West Virginia University
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