Joan A. Gray
Hoschton,GA
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented new nurse practitioner with strong clinical assessment skills and a foundation in evidence-based practice. Experienced in providing holistic, patient-centered care in diverse clinical settings. Dedicated to teamwork, communication, and improving patient outcomes. Eager to contribute to a healthcare team focused on providing high-quality patient care.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (Emergency Observation Unit)
Northside Hospital
Lawrenceville, Georgia
05.2025 - Current
- Obtains accurate nursing history and documents on the appropriate patient records.
- Assesses, documents, and reports physiological and behavioral changes of the patient.
- Formulates an effective, individualized nursing plan of care.
- Initiates discharge planning upon admission and coordinates movement toward these plans and goals throughout the admission.
- Implements prescribed treatment and nursing plan of care.
- Evaluate and revise the plan of care as needed.
- Implements hospital and nursing guidelines and procedures in clinical practice.
- Precept new nursing graduate students and newly hired employees.
Registered Nurse (Acute care Float)
WELLSTAR MEDICAL CENTER KENNESTONE
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Identifying acute or chronic conditions that could lead to life-threatening instability or rapid physiological deterioration.
- Performing emergency medical procedures, such as basic and advanced cardiac life support.
- Administering blood transfusions, intravenous infusions, and medications.
- Managing pain relief and sedation for patients.
- Monitoring patients' vital signs and tracking their recovery progress.
- Interpreting information from diagnostic tests, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs) and radiographs (X-rays).
- Documenting patient care data, such as assessment results, medications, and treatment changes.
- Working with physicians and other members of the care team to revise treatment plans.
- Collaborating with patients to plan for future healthcare needs.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments, documenting vital signs and abnormal findings accurately.
Registered Nurse (Orthopedics surgical unit)
NORTHEAST GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTER
Braselton, Georgia
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Collecting samples, including urine samples, tissue samples, and blood samples.
- Understanding and monitoring medication usage.
- Delivering educational sessions to patients and their families.
- Understanding diagnostics, including imagery and laboratory results.
- Preparing orthopedic patients for the life changes that they face or will face.
- Creating client care plans and delivering them.
- Performing musculoskeletal health examinations.
Registered nurse (observation unit)
EMORY ST JOSEPH
Atlanta, GA
06.2014 - 03.2024
- Obtains accurate nursing history and documents on the appropriate patient records.
- Assesses, documents, and reports physiological and behavioral changes of the patient.
- Formulates an effective, individualized nursing plan of care.
- Initiates discharge planning upon admission and coordinates movement toward these plans and goals throughout the admission.
- Implements prescribed treatment and nursing plan of care.
- Evaluate and revise the plan of care as needed.
- Implements hospital and nursing guidelines and procedures in clinical practice.
- Precept new nursing graduate students and newly hired employees.
- Charge nurse on night shift.
Registered nurse (Medical – Telemetry unit)
ST FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTER
Monroe, LA
08.2012 - 12.2013
- Responsible for delivering patient care through nursing assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Identifies patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and others in a position to understand care requirements.
- Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, physiological, and spiritual support to the patient’s friends and family.
- Promote patient independence by establishing patient care goals teaching the patient’s friends and family to understand the condition, medication, and self-care skills.
- Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards, making and recommending necessary adjustments, and following the hospital and nursing division’s philosophies and standards of care set by the state Board of Nursing, State Nurse Practice Act, and other governing agency regulations.
- Resolve patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
- Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending education workshops, reviewing publications, and participating in professional societies.
Registered Nurse
LIFECARE
Homer, LA
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Responsible for interpreting and analyzing data for different patients.
- Communicated with patients' families about serious problems of patients.
- Observed and assisted with admissions, transfer, and discharge of patients.
- Assisted physicians and other health team members as per instructions from the higher authority.
- Responsible for monitoring test results of assigned patients and updating the report to the concerned person.
- Assisted with the review, development, and evaluation of the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care for each patient.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Centro Internacional de Maternidad
Atlanta, Georgia
- Conducted well-woman exams, Pap smears, pelvic exams, and STI screenings.
- Managed prenatal and postpartum care for patients.
- Provided contraception counseling, including IUD and Nexplanon insertions and removals.
- Diagnosed and treated reproductive health issues while managing menopause and prescribing medications.
- Performed minor procedures, such as IUD placement and removal.
- Counseled patients on reproductive health, disease prevention, and overall wellness.
- Collaborated with obstetricians, gynecologists, and other staff to ensure comprehensive care.
- Documented patient histories, assessments, treatments, and follow-ups accurately.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Memorial Family Medicine
Stone Mountain, Georgia
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments, including physical exams and medical histories.
- Diagnosed and managed acute and chronic illnesses effectively.
- Prescribed and monitored medications and therapies to optimize patient outcomes.
- Ordered and interpreted lab tests, X-rays, and screenings for accurate diagnoses.
- Educated patients and families on wellness, lifestyle modifications, and disease prevention strategies.
- Developed treatment plans, referring to specialists as necessary while maintaining precise records.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Murray Medical Center
Atlanta, Georgia
- Conducted thorough patient histories and physical examinations to gather essential health information.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on comprehensive health assessments.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care.
- Diagnosed and managed both acute and chronic conditions efficiently.
- Ordered diagnostic tests and interpreted results, ensuring timely follow-up actions.
- Utilized electronic medical records (EMR) for streamlined documentation and tracking.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Adult and Pediatric Medicine
Decatur, Georgia
- Perform physical exams, diagnose illnesses, manage treatment plans, provide immunizations, and offer counseling.
- Order and interpret labs/imaging, prescribe medications, and perform procedures like suturing or starting IVs.
- Educate parents and children on health, wellness, nutrition, development, and disease prevention.
- Collaborate with pediatricians, specialists, and other healthcare team members for comprehensive care.
- Maintain accurate, detailed patient records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
Walden University
Minneapolis, Minnesota08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grambling State University
Louisiana05-2010
Certification course - Clinical Nursing Assistant
Legacy Career Institute
Dallas, Texas12.2007
Skills
- Patient care and education
- Medical diagnosis and assessment
- Chronic disease management
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Workflow optimization in healthcare
- Healthcare technology integration
Affiliations
• American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
• American Nurses Association (ANA)
• American Nurses Association (ANA)
Certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
• National Institute of Health Stroke Scale ( NIHSS)
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
• National Institute of Health Stroke Scale ( NIHSS)
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Emergency Observation Unit)
Northside Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse (Acute care Float)
WELLSTAR MEDICAL CENTER KENNESTONE
09.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse (Orthopedics surgical unit)
NORTHEAST GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTER
05.2022 - 08.2024
Registered nurse (observation unit)
EMORY ST JOSEPH
06.2014 - 03.2024
Registered nurse (Medical – Telemetry unit)
ST FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTER
08.2012 - 12.2013
Registered Nurse
LIFECARE
01.2011 - 08.2013
Nurse Practitioner Student
Memorial Family Medicine
Nurse Practitioner Student
Murray Medical Center
Nurse Practitioner Student
Adult and Pediatric Medicine
Nurse Practitioner Student
Centro Internacional de Maternidad
Bachelor of Science - FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grambling State University
Certification course - Clinical Nursing Assistant
Legacy Career Institute