Japhia Bowman
Avondale,PA
Summary
Compassionate Nurse Practitioner with over 1 year of comprehensive experience providing acute patient care, wellness exams , ordering and interpreting lab testing and prescribing treatments and/or medications to address diverse conditions. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization. Seeking to transition into virtual urgent care to expand telehealth access while maintaining safe, evidence based healthcare and clinical excellence. Proven leader who flourishes in the ever-evolving character of healthcare and eager to contribute to the care and well-being of our community.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
GoHealth
01.2025 - Current
- Independently manage 15-48 acute patients per shift in high-volume urgent care settings.
- Perform advanced triage and risk stratification to determine safest outpatient or ED management.
- Deliver evidence-based treatment plans for various conditions and educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options.
- Demonstrate strong verbal communication to clarify emergent vs non-emergent symptoms and assess red flags
- Maintain thorough documentation and compliance with organization guidelines.
Registered Nurse III
Christiana Care Hospital
08.2015 - Current
- 4B General Surgical/Medical overflow unit and pioneer unit for Christiana Cares’ first virtual acute care nursing program.
- Perform detailed patient assessments on pre/post operative surgical patients for various procedures and work with physicians to plan, implement and evaluate a plan of care for patients and their families.
- Document patients’ medical history, vital signs/lab values, and required test results in patients’ medical records both virtually and on unit.
- Apply clinical expertise when monitoring patients medical/surgical statuses, administer medications and injections, conduct intravenous therapy medications and blood products, manage chest tubes and provide complex wound care.
- Educate patients and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment options, disease process and self-care, and provide detailed discharge materials that encourage safe discharge planning and recovery both in person and virtually.
- Communicate, collaborate and consult with case managers and other medical specialists to help identify adequate resources and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Maintain a professional, positive attitude towards co-workers, patients and family members while providing support in all aspects of nursing.
- Charge nurse and preceptor on a 35-bed unit, leading, assisting and managing staff nurses with floor and patient care duties.
Registered Nurse
Crosslands Nursing Home
12.2012 - 05.2015
- Effectively provided assistance as relief supervisor in the management and delegation of staff nurses and caregivers while maintaining the comfort and safety of up to 20 patients.
- Aided physicians with developing patient specific care plans to meet the emotional and medical needs of patients.
- Performed and monitored electrocardiograms, test results, intravenous and PO medications, oxygen administration and nutritional feedings.
- Conducted physical examinations, thorough patient assessments, wound care, pain management and other necessary treatments.
- Provided primary care to acutely ill, critically ill and rehabilitated patients with PICC lines, Foley catheters and G-tubes.
- Interacted respectfully with patients and family members while providing outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crosslands Nursing Home
08.2008 - 12.2012
- Assisted patients with completion of ADLS and personal care including bathing, eating and repositioning.
- Reported any changes in patients’ status to the nurse.
- Actively facilitated nurses with minor patient care procedures.
- Worked as a flexible and versatile healthcare team leader, maintaining a professional attitude under pressure.
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA05-2023
Bachelors of Science in Nursing - undefined
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE01-2015
Associates of Science in Nursing - undefined
Delaware Technical Community College
Stanton, DE12-2012
Skills
- Thorough and exceptionally organized
- Formulate accurate diagnosis and treatments
- Effective written and verbal communicator
- Strong clinical assessments with adults and pediatrics
- Electronic health records (EHR)
- Leader and active listener
- Compassionate patient care
- Time management and problem solver
- Patient education
- Evidence-based practice
Accomplishments
- Clinical Quality Champion - Q3, 2025
- CVS Health Scholarship Recipient CVS Health Foundation | January 2023
- Christiana Care Way Award Recipient 2024
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner-Certified (FNP-C)
- Med/Surg Certified RN-BC #2017010440
- Registered Nurse (State of Delaware #1L-0043047)
- Registered Nurse (State of Pennsylvania #RN646920)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
GoHealth
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse III
Christiana Care Hospital
08.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Crosslands Nursing Home
12.2012 - 05.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crosslands Nursing Home
08.2008 - 12.2012
Bachelors of Science in Nursing - undefined
Wilmington University
Associates of Science in Nursing - undefined
Delaware Technical Community College
Masters of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Thomas Jefferson University
Clinical
- Family Nurse Practitioner Clinical Practicum
- 672 total hours of clinical experience
- Physical Assessment: CVS Minute Clinic, Exton, PA
- Children/Ambulatory Care: CVS Minute Clinic, Kennett Square, PA and City Life Urgent Care, Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA
- Older Adult: Christiana Care Primary Practice, MAP II, Newark, DE