Jennifer Shepherd
CR Darnall Army Medical Center
Fort Hood,TX
1
Certification
25
years of professional experience
Compassionate and adaptable healthcare professional with deep experience in newborn and pediatric care. Recognized for strong assessment skills, accurate documentation, and family education that supports safe, preventive, and individualized care.
Work History
Pediatrician Nurse Practitioner
24 Years 7 Months- Diagnosed and treated acute, chronic, and preventive pediatric conditions across outpatient and inpatient settings.
- Interpreted laboratory results, imaging findings, and clinical assessments to guide evidence-based treatment decisions.
- Managed pediatric care plans with multidisciplinary teams, nursing staff, and behavioral health providers.
- Coordinated well-child visits, immunizations, and developmental screenings for military dependent populations.
- Educated families on nutrition, medication use, safety, and age-appropriate health maintenance.
Neonatal Nurse
8 Years 4 Months- Administered neonatal medications, fluids, and nutrition while maintaining strict dosage accuracy.
- Monitored premature and critically ill newborns, responding quickly to respiratory and cardiac changes.
- Coordinated care plans with physicians, respiratory therapists, and NICU staff for complex infant needs.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and progress in electronic medical records with consistent precision.
- Educated parents on newborn care, discharge instructions, and warning signs requiring immediate attention.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Pediatric emergency care
Health promotion
Pediatric assessments
Newborn care
Strong clinical skills
Well childhood exams
Pediatric emergency care
Pediatric assessments
Childhood development
Preventive practices
Well-child visits
Patient education
Certification
- Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner , [Company Name] - [Timeframe]Pediatric
- Certified Registered Nurse Certified Low Risk Neonatal Nursing , [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- Certified Lactation Consult Board Certified , [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Neonatal Nurse
CR Darnall Army Medical Center
01.2012 - 05.2020Read More
Pediatrician Nurse Practitioner
CR Darnall Army Medical Center
03.2002 - CurrentRead More
The University of Texas At Austin
Master of Science from Nursing Practice
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Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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