Dedicated Family/Emergency Nurse Practitioner experienced in medical evaluations, laboratory tests and imaging scans to investigate various medical concerns. Well-organized and results-driven with good critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Friendly and outgoing with a passion for medicine and compassion for patients.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Nurse Practitioner
Providence Hospital
Mobile, AL
12.2022 - Current
Perform physical exams, order and evaluate lab and radiology exams, and prescribe medications and treatments for critically and non-critically ill patients of all ages in a busy 52 bed ER.
Proficient in laceration repairs and incision and drainage procedures.
Skilled in fracture stabilization and splinting.
Collaborated with other disciplines in development and implementation of clinical studies within area of specialization.
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
Providence Hospital
Mobile, AL
07.2022 - Current
Perform physical exams, order and evaluate lab test as well as medications.
Manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
Manage patients with acute and chronic conditions.
ER Family Nurse Practitioner
Jackson Hospital
Montgomery, AL
10.2021 - Current
Perform physical exams, order and evaluate lab and radiology exams, and prescribe medications and treatments for critically and non-critically ill patients of all ages in a busy 52 bed ER.
Proficient in laceration repairs and incision and drainage procedures.
Skilled in fracture stabilization and splinting.
Collaborated with other disciplines in development and implementation of clinical studies within area of specialization.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
187th MDG, Det. 1, CERFP, Alabama ANG
Montgomery, AL
03.2018 - Current
Triage and treat high-volume caseload in mass casualty situations.
Administer critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
Supervise nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Officer in charge of 10 person team during Covid-19 response (2021), providing vaccines and patient education to underserved communities and inmated throughout Alabama.
Developed educational programs and provided instruction for all members of the 187th Medical Group to maintain proficiency in patient care.
Oncology/ Hematology Nurse Practitioner
Emerald Coast Hematology and Oncology
Fort Walton Beach, FL
08.2009 - 07.2021
Provided independent and collaborative care for adult hematology/oncology patients including management of acute emergencies and treatment toxicities.
Performed physical exams, ordered and evaluated lab test and radiology studies (including PET/CT, MRI, bone scan, ultrasound, CT, and x-rays) to assess response to therapy and determine when new treatments were necessary for disease management.
Provided telemedicine visits for homebound or at-risk patients.
Provided palliative care ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
Family Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
White-Wilson Medical Center
Destin, FL
02.2005 - 08.2009
Provided independent and collaborative care of adult patients with acute and chronic medical conditions.
Issued referrals to obtain specialized care for patients.
Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up and patient education.
Offered preventive services such as well-adult examinations.
Rated highest in patient satisfaction of all medical providers in the area's largest multi-specialty practice (2006).
Registered Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
Fort Walton Beach, FL
05.1997 - 12.2004
Maintained appropriate staffing and managed staff schedules as well as coordinated patient admissions and discharges as charge nurse of a 26 bed unit.
Managed ventilators, chest tubes, ICP monitors, provided transfusion of blood products, and titrated IV drips of critically ill patients.
Float pool nurse to labor and delivery, pediatrics, surgical, and oncology units. 18 months ICU/CCU experience.
Trained nursing students, new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.