- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Fundraising Events
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
Jamie Russell
Johnson City,Tennessee
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated, and skilled Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive clinical and leadership professional experience, committed to excellence in high-quality patient-centered care and health education expertise in trauma-sensitive care practices, dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women, children, adolescents, adult, and geriatric patients, preventing unnecessary patient hospitalization and improving patient health outcomes, additional service with veteran populations
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Balanced Medical Center, LLC
Johnson City, Tennessee
08.2025 - Current
- Orthopedic, neurologic, general physical exams, adolescent and adult sports physicals, physiotherapy, trigger point injections, ultrasound-guided procedures including joint injections and platelet rich plasma injections, obesity medicine, physiotherapy, functional lifestyle medicine, prevention, health and wellness integrated care
- Part-time, Manage a panel of patients 50+
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Exam services (VES)
Travel
03.2025 - 03.2026
- Veterans’ compensation and disability exam travel contractor, local upon request
- Performed veteran compensation and disability exams per assignment average 7 veteran's per day
- Review of medical records assigned for veteran compensation and disability, evidence-based literature search, writing medical opinions in reference to veteran claims, and electronic health record documentation per Veteran's Evaluation Services requirements
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Curana Health
Knoxville, Johnson City, Kingsport, Tennessee
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Oversaw independent adult living programs for individuals post-acute Alzheimer’s dementia, conducting comprehensive geriatric cognitive assessments. Managed acute and chronic care through detailed physical assessments and effective medication management. Directed wound care initiatives and streamlined referral processes to external healthcare providers and specialists when required.
- Managed a daily panel of patients average 15-20 patients per day
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Mainstreet Family Care
Goldsboro, NC
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Urgent Care caring for ages 2 years old-geriatrics, Solo provider seeing an average of 25-30 patients per day, conducting thorough history and physical examination, ordering appropriate quick care diagnostics with lab work if needed, determining diagnosis and treatment plans, performing procedures when indicated including: incision & drainage, simple suture, and foreign body removal if needed. Acute and episodic care, headaches, migraines, COVID-19, FLU, RSV, and strep screens, upper respiratory infections, gastrointestinal problems, pediatric and adolescent sports physicals, pap smears, pregnancy screenings, male and female assessment and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, electronic health record documentation. Consilium Staffing Locum’s Contract
- Provided urgent, acute care to scheduled appointment and walk-in patients, average 40+ patients per shift
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Amergis Healthcare Staffing
Kingsport City Schools, Tennessee
04.2025 - 05.2025
- School Clinic Intervention Nurse with pediatric students ages 5-12 years old, special needs, physical assessment, administering medications, procedures, wound care, electronic health record documentation, attention deficit disorder, epilepsy and other neurological disorders, cerebral palsy, diabetic monitoring and management, enteral gastric tube feedings, urinary catheterizations, wound care, health education, collaboration and leadership with other system wide school nurses, effective communication, electronic health record documentation
- Managed a pediatric panel of patients average 16 student patients per day
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Cherokee Mountain Medical Clinic
Erwin, Tennessee
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Achieved improved patient health outcomes through effective management of acute and chronic care for individuals aged 5 years and older. Increased patient satisfaction by providing tailored care plans for geriatric populations. Fostered collaboration among healthcare professionals to optimize care delivery.
- Facilitated care for an average of 18 patients per day in acute and walk-in settings, enhancing patient access to healthcare services.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Bristol Lifestyle Recovery, Adult Substance Abuse Mental Health Treatment Facility
Bristol, VA
10.2024 - 02.2025
- APRN non-prescribing, Quality and Performance Improvement Projects Assisting the clinical staff, nursing, and organizational leaders in delivery of patient-focused care, safe medication administration presentation, collaboration with staff to evaluate residents’ physical and mental health needs for higher levels of care
- Managed over 20 patient care infusions per day
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Supervision, leadership, and oversight of shift staff with administration
- Development of safe medication administration practice protocol and efficient electronic health record documentation
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
ERMCO Employee Healthcare
Dyersburg, TN
07.2024 - 08.2024
- APRN prescribing provider, employee and family health primary care, physical exams, labs, medication orders, diagnostic, wound care, immunizations, COVID, influenza, RSV, strep swabs, ICD coding, pre-employment occupational health exams, acute and chronic care, women’s health exams including breast exams, pelvic exams, STD screenings, and GYN exams, sports physicals, physical exams of acute injury, splinting, orthopedic and neurologic examinations, stabilization, sprains, wound care, HENT exams, EKGs, patient education managing acute dermatologic, acute cardiac, anxiety, depression, diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, comprehensive lifestyle and preventive lifestyle education
- Provided acute and chronic care to scheduled and walk-in clinic patients, average 22 per shift
- Conducted comprehensive medical evaluations for veterans, ensuring accurate assessments of health conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Reduced medication errors by instituting rigorous double-check procedures during prescription and administration.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual health conditions.
- Streamlined patient intake processes to enhance efficiency and reduce wait times for examinations.
- Conducted detailed patient assessments to identify symptoms and accurately diagnose conditions, leading to more effective treatment plans.
- Enhanced team collaboration by organizing regular interdisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases and share insights.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress, prompting timely and appropriate interventions.
- Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.
- Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.
- Administered vaccinations and other preventive measures in accordance with established protocols.
- Educated patients on health management, wellness practices, and available resources.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
- Enhanced collaboration among healthcare team members for optimal patient care delivery.
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Advocate Health Adult and Pediatric Medicine
Wilkesboro, NC
02.2024 - 05.2024
- APRN prescribing provider, performing physical exams, orthopedic exams, neurologic exams, preventive and wellness screenings, sports physicals, women’s health exams, breast exams, pelvic exams, pregnancy screenings, STD screenings, wound care, ordering and interpreting lab work, diagnostics, management, and care of adults, adolescents, newborns, infants, and pediatric patients, pre-op evaluations, post-op follow-up visits, cardiac examinations and interpretation of EKGs and abnormal lab results to identify abnormal acute and chronic cardiac conditions, CHF and arrhythmias, professional collaboration with staff, nursing, and physicians, effective ICD Coding, behavioral health/psychiatric collaborative therapeutic counseling, providing patient education on lifestyle, cardiac, diabetic, gastrointestinal, mental, neurologic health and obesity. Comprehensive patient education
- Provided acute and chronic care management to scheduled appointment and walk-in clinic patients, 22 patients per daily census average
- Family Medicine & Pediatrics Collaborating Providers: Dr. Julia Yaraei, MD, Robyn Ann Poliner-Johnson, PA
- Conducted comprehensive medical evaluations for veterans, ensuring accurate assessments of health conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced accuracy of diagnostic evaluations across the department.
- Enhanced collaboration among healthcare team members for optimal patient care delivery.
- Contributed to ongoing professional development by actively participating in continuing education courses, workshops, and seminars related to clinical practice advancements.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual health conditions.
- Increased patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, clear communication, and empathetic bedside manner.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and attentive care during consultations and treatments.
- Advised patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene and disease prevention.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress, prompting timely and appropriate interventions.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Customized patient education materials to address diverse needs of clinic's patient population, enhancing understanding and engagement.
- Facilitated recovery, providing personalized rehabilitation advice and follow-up care that improved patient quality of life.
- Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
- Administered vaccinations and other preventive measures in accordance with established protocols.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Provided mental health support by assessing emotional well-being, offering counseling services, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
- Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Streamlined clinic operations, implementing efficient scheduling systems to reduce patient wait times.
- Improved patient understanding and compliance by developing and delivering clear educational materials on disease management.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
- Achieved high levels of patient trust, utilizing excellent communication skills to establish rapport.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of patient interactions and treatment outcomes in electronic health records.
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Signify Health Northeast Tennessee
Carter, Unicoi, Washington Counties, Tennessee
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Locums Contract, non-prescribing provider, Home Visiting APRN, Medicare Home Assessments, Preventative Risk Assessments (No Medication Management or Patient Treatment Requirement – One-Time Visits), Physical Exams, ABIs, Health, Lifestyle, Medications, Safety, Health and Wellness Education, preventive screening education
- Increased daily census average 16 patients per shift
- Corporate office: Dallas, TX Supervisor: Dr. Jeffrey Ivins, MD, (931) 265-1635
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Quality of Life Hematology & Oncology
Johnson City, TN
09.2022 - 11.2022
- APRN non prescribing provider, IV starts, medication infusions, patient monitoring, discharge education Administering and monitoring oncologic, rheumatologic, and hematologic medications Collaboration with clinical staff and providers
- Variable patient census, maximum 40 patients per shift
- Ambulatory Care Hematology & Oncology Infusion Clinic, Johnson City, TN Supervisors: Ms. Sarah Hammond, NP, Dr. Charles Famoyin, MD (423) 282-0561
- Administered evidence-based therapies to promote recovery and improve mental health stability.
- Educated patients and families on substance use disorders, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Monitored patient progress, adapting treatment plans based on evolving needs and responses.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in therapeutic techniques and best practices in substance abuse care.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to streamline operations within the treatment facility.
- Provided education for patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative measures.
- Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practice and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements through continuous professional development activities.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and coordination of follow-up care services.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Employee Health Locums, Premise Health via Cross Country Locums
Kingsport, TN
07.2022 - 08.2022
- APRN prescribing provider, occupational and orthopedic exams, evaluation and management in collaborating care for acute and chronic medical conditions, pre-employment exams, ordering and interpreting lab work, diagnostics, comprehensive prevention and lifestyle patient education, acute and chronic conditions, patient education Primary Care
- Provided acute and chronic care to scheduled appointment and walk-in clinic patients average census 22 per day
- Employee Health Clinic Locums staffing Supervisor: Dr. Dyer, MD (423) 500-0266
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Fort Sanders Regional Hospital, Knoxville, TN Morristown Hamblen Hospital
Morristown, TN
10.2021 - 05.2022
- APRN non prescribing provider, Triage, level 1-5 patients, nasal swabs for COVID-19, influenza, RSV, Strep pharyngitis, physical exams, labs, medications, diagnostic orders, EKGs, wound care, collaboration with other physicians for evaluation of orthopedic injuries, various acute conditions including cardiac, trauma, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients PRN Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Emergency Department Covenant Health, Team Health
- Provided acute care, emergent care to walk-in Emergency Department, Triage, Observation, and Psychiatric Unit patients
- Large volume patient census 60+ per shift
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Dollywood Family Healthcare Clinic
Pigeon Forge, TN
05.2021 - 01.2022
- APRN prescribing provider, Employee health primary care, family care, pediatric and adults, nasal swabs for COVID-19, influenza, RSV, Strep pharyngitis, physical exams, well child and sick child visits, labs, medication orders, diagnostic, wound care, collaboration with staff, local EMS and physicians for transport to higher level of care as needed Occupational Health
- Provided acute and chronic care to scheduled appointment and walk-in clinic patients, average daily census 20 patients per shift
- Healthstat, Inc. via SUMO Healthcare Staffing Locums staffing Supervisor: Sandee McNaughton (801) 251-0521
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by simplifying medical jargon into understandable language during consultations.
- Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
- Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to reevaluate treatment.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
- Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient evaluations and medical histories.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Doctors Care
Johnson City, TN
03.2021 - 08.2021
- APRN prescribing provider, Primary care, family medicine, sports physicals, adolescents to adults, anxiety and depression screenings, women’s health screenings and PAP smears, well-child and sick-child exams
- Jonesborough Medical Center, Jonesborough, TN Supervisors: Dr. Atif Atyia, MD, Dr. Bryan Flint, MD (423) 928-2135
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
All Medical Staffing for Care Here
Kingsport, TN
01.2021 - 02.2021
- APRN, prescribing provider, Locum tenens provider
- Employee Health Clinic, TN Locums staffing as needed Supervisor: Dr. Dyer, MD (423) 500-0266
- Educated veterans on healthcare resources and benefits available through Veterans Affairs.
- Streamlined patient intake processes to enhance efficiency and reduce wait times for examinations.
- Increased patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, clear communication, and empathetic bedside manner.
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Healthgram
Charlotte, NC
05.2019 - 10.2020
- APRN prescribing provider, Employee and occupational health, primary care, collaborating with physicians and behavioral health providers, prevention, lifestyle and wellness medicine
- Glen Raven Clinic Burnsville, NC
Locums Family Nurse Practitioner, Occupational Health
Healthstat, Inc.
Mountain City, TN
09.2018 - 05.2019
- APRN prescribing provider
- Parkdale Manufacturing Employee Health Clinic, Dollywood Family Health Clinic, Pigeon Forge, TN Favorite Healthcare Staffing, Brentwood, TN Locums staffing Supervisor: Dr. Berry (423) 620-1377
Family Nurse Practitioner, PRN
Weight Loss Success
Johnson City, TN
12.2016 - 11.2018
Family Nurse Practitioner
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Per Diem weekly with faculty contract University and Community Health clinics
- University Health Center Supervisor: Pam Williams, Student Health Center Administrator (423) 439-4225
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care, Newborn Nursery, Women’s Center, Antepartum, Postpartum, L&D Assist
Holston Valley Medical Center
Kingsport, TN
04.2010 - 02.2012
- Care of neonates, neonatal intensive care, critical care, delivery nurse, c-sections, surgical assist, rapid neonate, infant, and maternal stabilization of women and children, acute, emergent, critical care, chronic care, post-partum maternal care, infant-maternal couplet care, lactation, maternal, and infant care educator, unit educator
- Supervisor: Judy Wallace, RN (423) 224-4000
Charge Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Med-Surge, pediatric Hematology & Oncology
Niswonger Children’s Hospital
Johnson City, TN
05.2009 - 03.2010
- Leadership, Nursing care assignments to unit staff, collaboration with unit, department, and hospital administration, care of neonates, pediatric, and adolescents with acute, episodic, emergent, critical care, and chronic health problems. IV, PICC hematologic, respiratory, orthopedic, neurologic, pre and post-surgical, domestic violence, child abuse, trauma, substance use/abuse, overdose, patient-centered and family care, quality and performance improvement project leader, nursing student and novice nurse mentor and preceptor
Registered Nurse, Cardiology/Interventional Holding
Mountain States Health Alliance
Johnson City, TN
10.2006 - 05.2009
- Care of pre- and post-cardiac procedure patients
- Supervisor: Judy Heaton, RN (423) 431-6111
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Mountain States Health Alliance
Johnson City, TN
10.1998 - 10.2006
- Care of neonates, infants, pediatrics, and adolescents with acute, episodic, emergent, critical care, and chronic health problems. IV, PICC hematologic, respiratory, orthopedic, neurologic, pre- and post-surgical, domestic violence, child abuse, trauma, substance use/abuse, overdose, patient-centered and family care, quality and performance improvement project leader, nursing student and novice nurse mentor and preceptor
- Supervisor: Lora Wilson, RN (423) 431-6111
- Provided direct patient care, assessing needs, and administering medications in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition for timely intervention.
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring compliance with protocols and fostering a culture of safety.
- Streamlined workflow processes by implementing electronic health record systems for improved documentation efficiency.
- Trained new nurses on clinical procedures, policies, and best practices to ensure high standards of care.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Advanced Practice Nursing And Leadership
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Chattanooga, Tennessee12-2018
Post-Master’s MSN Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-2015
Master of Science - Nursing Education
King University
Bristol, TN12-2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-1989
Skills
- Clinical diagnosis
- Patient care safety
- Patient-centered primary care
- Chronic pain management
- Crisis response management
- Cross-functional team coordination
- Commitment to ethical standards
- Data research
- Interdisciplinary healthcare collaboration
- Prescription management
- Healthcare systems technology
- Patient-centered clinical decision making
- Experience with bacterial disease management
- Effective time management
- HIPAA regulations adherence
- Effective interpersonal communication
- Proficient in EMR systems
- ICD-10 coding expertise
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association
- Tennessee Nurses Association
- Association of Pulmonary Advanced Practice Providers
- Emergency Nurses Association
- International Association of Forensic Nurses
- Sigma-Theta-Tau International Nurses Association
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner-ANCC National Certification
- Tennessee Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN)
- Tennessee Registered Nurse Compact Licensure (RN)
- North Carolina Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN)
- South Carolina Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN)
- Virginia Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN)
- Basic Life Support, Cardiopulmonary Certification (BLS, CPR)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- S.T.A.B.L.E
Interests
Timeline
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Balanced Medical Center, LLC
08.2025 - Current
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Curana Health
06.2025 - 09.2025
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Mainstreet Family Care
06.2025 - 06.2025
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Amergis Healthcare Staffing
04.2025 - 05.2025
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Exam services (VES)
03.2025 - 03.2026
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Cherokee Mountain Medical Clinic
02.2025 - 03.2025
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Bristol Lifestyle Recovery, Adult Substance Abuse Mental Health Treatment Facility
10.2024 - 02.2025
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
ERMCO Employee Healthcare
07.2024 - 08.2024
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Advocate Health Adult and Pediatric Medicine
02.2024 - 05.2024
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Quality of Life Hematology & Oncology
09.2022 - 11.2022
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Employee Health Locums, Premise Health via Cross Country Locums
07.2022 - 08.2022
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Signify Health Northeast Tennessee
06.2022 - 02.2023
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Fort Sanders Regional Hospital, Knoxville, TN Morristown Hamblen Hospital
10.2021 - 05.2022
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Dollywood Family Healthcare Clinic
05.2021 - 01.2022
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Doctors Care
03.2021 - 08.2021
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
All Medical Staffing for Care Here
01.2021 - 02.2021
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner
Healthgram
05.2019 - 10.2020
Locums Family Nurse Practitioner, Occupational Health
Healthstat, Inc.
09.2018 - 05.2019
Family Nurse Practitioner, PRN
Weight Loss Success
12.2016 - 11.2018
Family Nurse Practitioner
East Tennessee State University
08.2016 - 06.2018
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care, Newborn Nursery, Women’s Center, Antepartum, Postpartum, L&D Assist
Holston Valley Medical Center
04.2010 - 02.2012
Charge Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Med-Surge, pediatric Hematology & Oncology
Niswonger Children’s Hospital
05.2009 - 03.2010
Registered Nurse, Cardiology/Interventional Holding
Mountain States Health Alliance
10.2006 - 05.2009
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Mountain States Health Alliance
10.1998 - 10.2006
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Advanced Practice Nursing And Leadership
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Post-Master’s MSN Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
East Tennessee State University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
King University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
East Tennessee State University
PRESENTATIONS AND HONORS
- Alpha-1 Ambassador Scholarship Award, 2026 Recipient
- Anxious Adulting in Adolescents and Young Adults
- Endocrine Dysfunction of the Thyroid and Parathyroid
- Health and Wellness Beyond the Gym and Genetics
- Neurobiology of Trauma, ACES and Spades, Trauma Perspectives in Nursing
- Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society
- Healthy Work Environments National Conference, New Orleans, LA Poster Presenter and Call-Back New Leader Presenter, 2018, DNP Translational Research Project Sexual Assault Education on a College Campus: A Trauma-Sensitive Approach February 2019
- DNP Poster Presentation, University of Tennessee Chattanooga Research Dialogue Day April 2018 Oral Podium Presentation, Qualifying Exam. Sexual Assault Education: A Trauma-Sensitive Approach, Doctor of Nursing Practice Translational/Research Project October 2017,
- Mentoring Professions for Nursing and Health, Scholarly Thesis December 2011 PHD versus DNP: Comparing Nursing Careers, King University December 2011
- Sunshine Award, ETSU College of Nursing 2013
- Quiet Hero Award, ETSU College of Nursing 2012
- Kellogg Academic Scholarship, East Tennessee State University 1997
CONTINUING EDUCATION, RESEARCH, & SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES
- Up To Date continuing medical education
- alpha-1 antitrypsin
- interstitial lung disease
- rheumatoid related dermatological and autoimmune disorders
- orthopedic, occupational health, obesity medicine, pain management
- physical medicine, sports medicine, primary care, trauma care, orthopedic, neurologic, gastrointestinal, cardiac and emergency care, mental health, prevention, wellness, and functional medicine
- prevention of elder abuse,
- obesity medicine, GLP-1 medications
- telemedicine
- COVID-19