Isha Patel
Sarasota,USA
Summary
Registered nurse with extensive experience in behavioral health, specializing in leading and training nursing staff to deliver high-quality patient care. Expertise in fostering collaboration and motivation within healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Skilled in health education and family support, with a proven track record of managing diverse patient needs and promoting culturally competent care. Committed to leveraging nursing expertise to drive patient safety and improve quality outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-Med-Surgical, Behavioral Health, Geriatrics, Drug & Alcohol Detox
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Sarasota, Florida
11.2019 - Current
- Delivered high-quality inpatient care prioritizing safety, diversity, and evidence-based practices.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on hospital standards and best practices.
- Contributed to documented reductions in patient fall rates and CLABSI/CAUTI rates through staff education.
- Enhanced staff engagement in Unit Practice Council meetings to achieve quality improvement goals.
- Managed complex inpatient care across various specialties using critical thinking and evidence-based approaches.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, culturally competent patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Education
Masters Degree - Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Downers Grove, Illinois09.2025
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
State College of Florida
Bradenton, Florida01.2021
Associates Degree - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
St. Petersburg, Florida09.2019
Skills
- Diagnostic reasoning
- Patient-centered care
- Cross-cultural communication
- Complex case management
- Evidence-based practice
- Minor office procedures
- Motivational interviewing
- Risk assessment and mitigation
Professional Licensures And Certifications
- Nurse Practitioner: FNP-C
- Registered Nurse: Compact License
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), NIH Stroke Certification, Adobe Premiere Pro, ServSafe
- Electronic Health Record Systems: CernerWorks, Allscripts, Athena, eClinicalWorks
Volunteer Experience
Community Engagement:
- Partnered and volunteer with Centerstone and Easter Seals (Sarasota) to advance community awareness of suicide prevention and provide hands-on support to children with developmental challenges.
- Volunteered with local hindu temple to assist with post-service cleanup and preparation for large community events.
Practicum Experiences
- Internal Medicine, Waldemere Medical Plaza, Dr. Jeffrey Humbarger
- Pediatrics, Pediatrics of Sarasota, Dr. Ashfaq Fatmi
- Internal Medicine, MaxHealth, Kristyna Hadra, PA
- Family Medicine, Orchid Health and Wellness, Mandi Nehring, APRN
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Member, 06/01/25, Present
- Sarasota County Nurse Practitioners, Member, Sarasota, Florida, 06/25, Present
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Med-Surgical, Behavioral Health, Geriatrics, Drug & Alcohol Detox
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - Current
Masters Degree - Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
State College of Florida
Associates Degree - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing