Joana Hicks
Dripping Springs,TX
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning, emphasizing preventive health, patient education, and chronic disease management. Committed to delivering comprehensive medical care to diverse populations while fostering strong patient relationships through compassionate and effective communication. Recognized for a holistic approach that prioritizes patient well-being and promotes health literacy. Eager to contribute expertise to a dynamic healthcare team focused on improving patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Care Development
Uvalde, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Facilitated access to essential healthcare resources for rural and underserved communities.
- Facilitated collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Engaged in community outreach programs aimed at increasing health awareness and preventive care initiatives.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
Nurse Practitioner
Lewis Family Medicine and Urgent Care
Dripping Springs, Texas
10.2022 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
Registered Nurse
David's South Austin Medical, Heart and Vascular
Austin, Texas
10.2018 - 10.2022
- Trained in leadership with charge nurse experience
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Education
M.S.N - Masters in Science of Nursing
Angelo State University
TX08-2022
B.S.N -
Angelo State University
TX08-2014
Skills
- Preventive healthcare
- Planning and Coordination
- Conducting diagnostic screenings
- Interpretation of laboratory results
- Treatment plan development
- Evidence-based decision making
- Chronic disease management
Affiliations
- Active member of Texas Nurse Practitioners
- Active member American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honors Society
Certification
- License, 1097335
- NPI, 1710604582
- DEA, MH7715420
- Registered Nurse, 857936
- AANPCB FNP-C Board Certification, F09221167
- BLS/ACLS Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner, 09/2022
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Care Development
02.2025 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Lewis Family Medicine and Urgent Care
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
David's South Austin Medical, Heart and Vascular
10.2018 - 10.2022
B.S.N -
Angelo State University
M.S.N - Masters in Science of Nursing
Angelo State University