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Jean Gail Allen

Summary

Dynamic Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Chester Pediatrics, excelling in advanced assessments and family-centered care. Advocated for patient needs, enhancing access to services and reducing hospital visits. Skilled in nutrition counseling and mental health support, while mentoring NP students to foster future healthcare leaders.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Chester Pediatrics
06.1996 - 03.2020
  • Conducted comprehensive physical, developmental, and mental health assessments for pediatric patients
  • Advocated for pediatric patient needs within the healthcare system, improving access to essential services and resources.
  • Educated families on preventive healthcare practices, enhancing overall patient wellness and reducing hospital visits.
  • Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
  • Mentored NP students during clinical rotations

Nurse Practitioner (part-time)

Chester Pediatrics
12.1992 - 08.1996
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments for acute illnesses and devised treatment plans.

ECMO Coordinator

Medical College of Virginia
09.1991 - 06.1996
  • Coordinated cross-departmental care of ECMO patients.
  • Provided education and emotional support for staff and families of patients.
  • Analyzed operational data to identify areas for improvement.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents. Maintained research data and submitted to National data base (ELSO)


Nurse Practitioner Adolescent Clinic

Medical College of Virginia
01.1994 - 03.1994
  • Perform comprehensive physical examinations to identify acute and chronic conditions (extensive GYN)
  • Educate patients on disease management, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle choices.

Registered Nurse Clinician

Medical College of Virginia: PICU
07.1981 - 08.1991
  • Coordinated patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff on clinical best practices and protocols, promoting knowledge sharing.

Staff Nurse

Medical College of Virginia
01.1978 - 07.1981
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions on Infant/ toddler and Pediatric ICU units.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Staff Nurse

NC Memorial Hospital(UNC Hospital)
07.1976 - 12.1979
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions.

Nurse Intern

Medical College of VA Hospital
07.1975 - 06.1976

Performed patient assessment, and management as a new graduate on OBGYN and pediatric units.

  • Engaged in continuous learning opportunities, applying new knowledge to improve patient care practices.

Education

Nursing

Medical College of Virginia
Richmond, VA
05-1990

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
05-1975

Skills

  • Advanced assessment
  • Family-centered care
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Mental health support

Certification

  • Licensed Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - 1990-present
  • Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PCNB)

Timeline

Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Chester Pediatrics
06.1996 - 03.2020

Nurse Practitioner Adolescent Clinic

Medical College of Virginia
01.1994 - 03.1994

Nurse Practitioner (part-time)

Chester Pediatrics
12.1992 - 08.1996

ECMO Coordinator

Medical College of Virginia
09.1991 - 06.1996

Registered Nurse Clinician

Medical College of Virginia: PICU
07.1981 - 08.1991

Staff Nurse

Medical College of Virginia
01.1978 - 07.1981

Staff Nurse

NC Memorial Hospital(UNC Hospital)
07.1976 - 12.1979

Nurse Intern

Medical College of VA Hospital
07.1975 - 06.1976

Nursing

Medical College of Virginia

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill