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Jenna Purdell

Colchester,CT

Summary

Compassionate APRN dedicated to enhancing patient care through effective communication and evidence-based protocols. Proven track record of fostering partnerships and mentoring junior staff and colleagues to ensure adherence to best practices.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

APRN

Optum
Hartford, CT
08.2019 - Current
  • Led patient care initiatives, enhancing quality of service and patient satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
  • Implemented evidence-based protocols, improving clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
  • Engaged with key stakeholders to foster enduring partnerships and ensure consistent alignment with Optum's objectives.
  • Provided training and support to current and new nurse practitioners, fostering a collaborative environment at Optum.

APRN

Northwestern Medical Center
Saint Albans, VT
09.2014 - 02.2019

Administered immediate medical attention to diverse patient populations in urgent care and emergency department settings.

APRN

Genesis- St Albans HealthCare and Rehab
Saint Albans, VT
11.2014 - 08.2018
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective care strategies for both long term care and short term care residents
  • Precepted nurse practitioner students.
  • Monitored and managed resident health to ensure effective treatment, leading to a decrease in hospital emergency room visits and hospitalizations.

APRN

Generations Family Healthcare
Norwich, CT
08.2012 - 09.2014
  • Delivered comprehensive primary care services to diverse patient populations in urban federally qualified health care center.
  • Engaged with clinical care team to assess and enhance quality of care while promoting organizational quality improvement efforts.
  • Facilitated orientation and clinical validation processes for nursing and medical assistant staff.
  • Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practice and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

APRN Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist

Northern Tier Center for Health
Richford, VT
08.2011 - 08.2012
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to inform individualized care plans.
  • Developed and implemented evidence-based treatment protocols to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic patient care strategies.
  • Mentored nursing staff in best practices for advanced clinical assessment and intervention.

Education

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of Vermont
Burlington, VT
05-2011

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Joseph College
West Hartford, CT
05-2000

Skills

  • Effective written and verbal communication
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Clinical judgment
  • Mentor/coach

Certification

State of Connecticut, RN with APRN endorsement, current through 1/31/27

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, current through May 3031

Current member of Connecticut APRN Association

Current member of AANP

Timeline

APRN

Optum
08.2019 - Current

APRN

Genesis- St Albans HealthCare and Rehab
11.2014 - 08.2018

APRN

Northwestern Medical Center
09.2014 - 02.2019

APRN

Generations Family Healthcare
08.2012 - 09.2014

APRN Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist

Northern Tier Center for Health
08.2011 - 08.2012

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of Vermont

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Joseph College
Jenna Purdell