Howard Shemel
Elkton
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for advanced patient care roles. Proven ability to deliver high-quality medical services with strong focus on patient outcomes. Skilled in diagnostic procedures, treatment plans, and patient education. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and reliable performance in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Monarch Medical Weight Loss
07.2015 - 03.2025
- Established new patient visits coordinating a personal diet plan and when needed, prescribed medications to assist in weight loss.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and diet plans tailored to individual needs.
- Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
- Utilized telehealth technology effectively, increasing convenience for patients while maintaining high-quality care standards.
Family Nurse Practitioner
McKenzie Willamette Hospital - ED
08.2012 - 02.2015
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
- Decreased hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up care coordination.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Harvard Medical - Urgent Care
02.2011 - 07.2012
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
Associate Professor
Umpqua Community College - Nursing Program
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Integrated real-world examples into lessons, making course content more relevant and engaging for students.
- Mentored students and advised on career paths, degree requirements and post-graduate education options.
- Pharmacology instructor in an advanced ADN/BSN program - affiliated with OHSU - teaching nursing pharmacology, dose calculations, and medication administration.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through interactive classroom activities and discussions.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Medical Center
11.1998 - 11.2009
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner
Western University of Health Sciences
Pomona, CA06-2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rancho Santiago Community College
Santa Ana, CA06-1988
Skills
- Patient education
- Preparing treatment plans
- Lab result evaluation
- Electronic medical records
- Telehealth services
- Medication education
- Medication prescribing
- SOAP notes expertise
Affiliations
- American Collage of Nurse practitioners
- Oregon Fire Chiefs Association
- Oregon Volunteer Firefighters Association
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Monarch Medical Weight Loss
07.2015 - 03.2025
Family Nurse Practitioner
McKenzie Willamette Hospital - ED
08.2012 - 02.2015
Family Nurse Practitioner
Harvard Medical - Urgent Care
02.2011 - 07.2012
Associate Professor
Umpqua Community College - Nursing Program
08.2008 - 08.2010
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Medical Center
11.1998 - 11.2009
Master of Science - Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner
Western University of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rancho Santiago Community College
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