Jennifer Hall McKenzie
APRN
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner seeking an APRN position in an outpatient clinic or hospital setting. With over twenty years of clinical experience in diverse settings, offering excellent patient assessment skills and a dedication to providing holistic, high-quality care. Passionate about building relationships with patients to create a sense of trust and care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
WELLNESS SOLUTION 360
Duluth, GA
03.2021 - Current
- Utilize evidence-based practice guidelines for assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning decisions.
- Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages, including physical examinations, health assessments, and immunizations.
- Maintain accurate documentation in electronic medical records system according to established standards.
- Manage referrals to specialists when necessary and followed up with results from referrals.
- Counsel patients on health risks associated with smoking, obesity, stress management and addiction.
- Perform routine diagnostic tests such as laboratory work, EKGs, x-rays, ultrasounds and other imaging studies.
- Collaborate with physicians in the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
- Review patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
- Prescribe medications and monitored progress for effectiveness of treatments.
- Educate patients about preventative healthcare measures including nutrition, exercise and lifestyle modification.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Develop individualized patient treatment plans based on identified needs and medical history.
- Attend continuing education courses to stay current on best practices within the field of nursing.
Travel Registered Nurse ICU
FASTAFF: Children's Hospital at Montefiore
Bronx, NY
07.2019 - 03.2021
- Performed patient assessments, focusing on physiologic, psychological, and cognitive functions
- Evaluated progress toward attainment of outcomes and adapt the plan of care based on recognized trends and changes
- Managed IV lines, wound care, tracheostomy care and other critical care procedures.
- Identified changes in patient status or condition based upon data collected during assessment process.
- Initiated life sustaining measures when indicated such as CPR or defibrillation per protocol guidelines.
- Provided respiratory and ventilator management and monitoring for patients Provide health care education and guidance to patients and families
- Assisted physicians with special tests and procedures in the ICU
- Used universal protocol on all patients for any bedside procedures. Administered and documented the administration of medications Initiated, titrated and safely monitored all IV medications and blood components
- Used two patient identifiers consistently during specimen collection, medication administration, or performing any procedure on a patient requiring a blood component infusion. .
Registered Nurse, Staff, Charge Nurse, Assistant Nurse Manager
CHILDREN'S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA-SCOTTISH RITE
Atlanta, GA
01.2004 - 04.2020
- Ensured high levels of patient-centric care in the Pediatric ICU
- Utilized critical thinking skills to respond efficiently and promptly to rapid changes in patient condition
- Coordinated and conducted rigorous monitoring of patients, checking and recording vitals and ensuring that patient comfort was optimized
- Monitored medical equipment and life support devices including, ventilators, pulse oximeters and heart monitors
- Managed IV sedation, vasopressors, and antibiotics
- Managed chest tubes, catheters, and endotracheal tubes, closely monitoring to ensure proper functioning
- Provided training to student nurses and new graduates, guiding and evaluating performance
- Facilitated and managed the day-to-day operations of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, including fiscal and human resources processes
- Direct management and supervisory responsibility for a group of 20-25 ICU Registered Nurses.
Family Nurse Practitioner
NORTH GEORGIA RHEUMATOLOGY GROUP
Lawrenceville, GA
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Ordered necessary laboratory tests, interpret results, and prescribed medications and other treatments
- Educated patients about preventative healthcare measures including nutrition, exercise and lifestyle modification.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Worked with clinicians, nurses, and direct care staff to evaluate progress and revise treatment plan as needed
- Providde supportive counseling and education to clients and family members
- Facilitated hospitalization of clients as needed
- Maintain clinical records according to prescribed protocols.
- Prescribed medications and monitored progress for effectiveness of treatments.
- Counseled patients on health risks associated with smoking, obesity, stress management and addiction.
Education
Post-Master Certification-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
12.2023
Master of Science in Nursing-MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
BRENAU UNIVERSITY
01.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing-BSN -
BRENAU UNIVERSITY
01.2012
Associate of Science in Nursing-ASN -
GEORGIA PERIMETER COLLEGE
01.2003
Skills
- Electronic Health Records Systems
- Lab Result Evaluation
- Preventive Care
- Physical Assessments
- Laboratory Testing
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Patient Communication
- Physical Examinations
- Patient Education
- Family Education
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical Histories
Certification
- American Nurses Credentialing Center-ANCC-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, 3/2024
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners-AANP- Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, 09/2017
- United Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (UAPRN) of Gwinnett/Forsyth County, Active member
- Phi Kappa Phi, Active member
- BLS, Provider, 08/2024
- ACLS, Provider, 08/2024
- PALS, Provider, 03/2026
Accomplishments
- Phi Kappa Phi- Active member-An honor society recognizing and promoting academic excellence across academic disciplines and promoting service to others.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
WELLNESS SOLUTION 360
03.2021 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse ICU
FASTAFF: Children's Hospital at Montefiore
07.2019 - 03.2021
Family Nurse Practitioner
NORTH GEORGIA RHEUMATOLOGY GROUP
04.2018 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse, Staff, Charge Nurse, Assistant Nurse Manager
CHILDREN'S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA-SCOTTISH RITE
01.2004 - 04.2020
Post-Master Certification-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Master of Science in Nursing-MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
BRENAU UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science in Nursing-BSN -
BRENAU UNIVERSITY
Associate of Science in Nursing-ASN -
GEORGIA PERIMETER COLLEGE
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