Jennifer Birtchet
Telford,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing graduate with a strong foundation in patient care and clinical knowledge, seeking a position as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Eager to leverage skills in health assessment, diagnosis, and patient education to provide high-quality, holistic care to diverse patient populations. Committed to promoting wellness, managing chronic conditions, and improving health outcomes in the community through evidence-based practices.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner New Graduate
Girard Internal Medicine
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Handled complex cases with physician guidance involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
Home Care (RN)
Bayada
01.2018 - Current
- Providing care to medically fragile patients in a home health setting
- Facilitating communication as a liaison between client and physician
- Promoting safety and privacy in a home atmosphere with autonomy.
Home Care (RN/LPN)
Professional Nursing
08.2015 - Current
- Providing excellent nursing care to clients and families in a home setting
- Offering behavioral and nursing support for individuals with cognitive or developmental challenges in the community or school environment.
Director of Staff Development
Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living
10.2012 - 07.2015
- Orientation presentation and training for all newly hired employees in Assisted Living and SNF
- Recordkeeping and maintenance of inservice attendance records, employee files, and staff licensures
- Supervision of daily schedules to ensure sufficient staffing for proper coverage of resident care
- Infection Control Coordinator for all facility staff and residents
- Safety monitoring and liaison for workers compensation.
Charge Nurse (LVN)
Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living
11.2010 - 10.2012
- Accurate and efficient medication delivery to residents in a skilled nursing setting
- Precise documentation of patient care and health assessments
- Advanced use of clinical skills in a healthcare setting.
LPN/Team Leader
Peter Becker Community
02.2008 - 06.2010
- Providing medication in a timely and proficient manner
- Maintaining and updating accurate medical records
- Functioning as a member of a healthcare team in a supervisory capacity.
LPN
Fox Subacute
09.2004 - 06.2010
- Nursing care of trach/vent patients in a subacute setting
- IV certification for drug administration and care of peripheral, central, and mid-lines
- Performing the role of charge nurse as needed.
LPN/Program Nurse
LifePath, Inc.
01.2003 - 09.2004
- Care management and coordination of nursing care in community homes for individuals with special needs.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner -
Wilkes University
08.2024
Associate of Science in Nursing -
12.2020
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration -
01.2017
Associate of Science in Vocational Nursing -
06.2015
Practical Nursing Certification -
08.2002
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner New Graduate
Girard Internal Medicine
01.2024 - 08.2024
Home Care (RN)
Bayada
01.2018 - Current
Home Care (RN/LPN)
Professional Nursing
08.2015 - Current
Director of Staff Development
Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living
10.2012 - 07.2015
Charge Nurse (LVN)
Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living
11.2010 - 10.2012
LPN/Team Leader
Peter Becker Community
02.2008 - 06.2010
LPN
Fox Subacute
09.2004 - 06.2010
LPN/Program Nurse
LifePath, Inc.
01.2003 - 09.2004
Master of Science in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner -
Wilkes University