JESSICA STEWART
Pell City
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner
Highly motivated professional with experience in providing comprehensive medical care to diverse populations. Expert in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning with a focus on preventative health, patient education, and chronic disease management. Skilled in developing and enhancing patient relationships through compassionate and effective communication. Approximately 14 years of combined RN and FNP experience seeking to utilize the experienced gained to educate and guide others.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner, House Calls
Optum, UnitedHealth Group
03.2024 - Current
- Conduct in-home assessments including an evaluation of past medical history, review of systems, medication reconciliation, vital signs and comprehensive medical exams.
- Perform evidence-based practice screenings, including point of care testing.
- Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment.
- Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge, judgment and the findings of assessments.
- Communicate potential gaps in care found in assessment to member's PCP.
- Identify urgent and emergent situations and intervene appropriately.
- Educate members on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Pell City Internal Family Medicine/Eminence Health Partners, LLC
03.2021 - Current
- Provided comprehensive health care services to diverse patient populations from infancy to geriatrics in an outpatient setting
- Conducted physical examinations including diagnostic tests such as laboratory tests, x-rays and electrocardiograms for patients of all ages
- Conducted frequent follow-up evaluations to determine efficacy of treatments
- Counseled and educated clients regarding health risk factors, disease processes and health promotion
- Served as preceptor for new nurse practitioner students in clinical settings
- Analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases
- Developed, implemented and evaluated treatment plans based on evidence-based practice guidelines
- Educated patients regarding health promotion, disease prevention, lifestyle modification, therapeutic regimens and self-care management strategies
- Assessed mental health needs of patients using appropriate tools
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to diagnose acute and chronic medical conditions
- Documented and submitted acquired patient data into EMR, transmitting information for billing purposes
- Referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment
- Prescribed pharmacologic agents in accordance with state regulations and protocols
Family Nurse Practitioner
Eminence Health Partners, LLC/Village at Cooksprings
03.2021 - 12.2022
- In collaboration with facility associate medical director, provided nurse practitioner services for post acute/skilled nursing/rehab patients and residents in memory care and assisted living.
- Provided in person and on call support/liaison for SNF/LTC facility's Associate Medical Director
- Provided patient rounding duties 3-4 times per week and assisted Associate Medical Director with weekly rounds.
- Facilitated orders, POC and discharge services for patient's receiving inpatient skilled care/rehabilitation services and LTC.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to diagnose acute and chronic medical conditions for individuals in the LTC and assisted living settings.
- Conducted physical examinations including diagnostic tests such as laboratory tests, x-rays and electrocardiograms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Premier NP
04.2019 - 03.2021
- Served as a provider for multiple skilled nursing and long term care facilities
- In collaboration with facility medical directors, provided nurse practitioner services for patients and residents in 4 skilled and LTC facilities
- Provided in person and on call support/liaison for each SNF/LTC facility's medical director by traveling to each facility approximately 3 times per week to provide patient rounding duties
- Facilitated orders, POC and discharge services for patient's receiving inpatient skilled care/rehabilitation services
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to diagnose acute and chronic medical conditions for individuals in the LTC and assisted living settings
- Conducted physical examinations including diagnostic tests such as laboratory tests, x-rays and electrocardiograms
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for patients
Registered Nurse, Transitional Care Nurse
Viva Health
01.2017 - 04.2020
- Performed therapeutic nursing interventions in the home setting for post operative patients, those with acute illnesses and chronic care management needs
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately
- Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients' complex care needs
- Assessed patient needs through physical assessments, interviews and observation techniques
- Monitored vital signs as part of ongoing assessment process
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols
Registered Nurse, Lead Nurse
St. Vincent's Home Health
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided transitional care for patient's discharging from St
- Vincent's East hospital including but not limited to providing education regarding chronic condition management, ensuring patient follows through with discharge instructions (follow-up appointments, discharge medications and reconciliation)
- Completed home visits for assessment and education to promote independent care management
- Served as Respiratory Educator providing education for pediatrics and adults with chronic respiratory conditions
- Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients' complex care needs
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Provided education and support regarding cancer diagnosis
- Managed patient care of approximately 30 to 50 patients and facilitated in alleviating patient side effects from radiation therapy
- Accessed Port-A-Caths, CVLs, and peripheral venous lines
- Assisted healthcare team in the administration of intravenous products including various drugs, blood products, immunoglobulin therapy and chemotherapy
Registered Nurse, Lead Nurse
Erlanger Cancer Center
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Performed registered nurse duties including physical assessment, venipunctures, obtaining histories, interpretation of lab data, administering medications, assisting physicians with procedures, communication with physicians, patients, families, and other healthcare personnel
- Provided total care of patients including triaging, prioritizing, educating patients and families and discharge planning for inpatient medical oncology unit
Education
Master Of Science (M.S.) - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL08.2018
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN12.2013
Associate In Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Troy University Montgomery Campus
Montgomery, AL05.2009
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Acute care expertise
- Treatment Planning
- Care Plan Development
- Remote patient monitoring
- Quality Improvement
- Geriatric Care
- Preventive Care
- Patient Education
- Health Promotion
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Lab result evaluation
Certification
- Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, AANP, 08/2018, F11180322, 1699243220
- Registered Nurse, ABN, 05/2009, 1-122665
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 03/2025
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner, House Calls
Optum, UnitedHealth Group
03.2024 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Pell City Internal Family Medicine/Eminence Health Partners, LLC
03.2021 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Eminence Health Partners, LLC/Village at Cooksprings
03.2021 - 12.2022
Family Nurse Practitioner
Premier NP
04.2019 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse, Transitional Care Nurse
Viva Health
01.2017 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse, Lead Nurse
St. Vincent's Home Health
01.2015 - 01.2017
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse, Lead Nurse
Erlanger Cancer Center
01.2009 - 01.2010
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
Associate In Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Troy University Montgomery Campus
Master Of Science (M.S.) - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Alabama at Birmingham
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