Joanna Sampson
Columbus,GA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with expertise in patient care services and clinical nursing. Skilled in patient and family education across various medical specialties, emphasizing functional medicine and military-specific care. Led cross-functional teams and served as an educator and preceptor. Adaptable with EMR systems and effective in high-pressure environments, committed to personnel development through education and teamwork.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Martin Army Community Hospital
Ft. Benning, Georgia
08.2025 - Current
- Provided women's health services for contraception, reproductive concerns and family planning.
- Offered telehealth consultations to provide accessible care for Soldiers in remote areas.
- Coordinated interdepartmental care delivery, enhancing patient-centered outcomes.
- Supervised care for 700 patients, ensuring clinical standard adherence and continuity of care.
- Applied Functional Medicine principles to identify root causes of illness and optimize performance.
- Incorporated battlefield acupuncture and dry needling as adjunct modalities for pain management and recovery.
- Delivered specialized care as a SAMFE provider to support force readiness requirements.
- Executed specialty physical examinations for training entries and commissioning into United States Army.
- Ensured medical qualification, documentation accuracy, and compliance with military medical standards.
- Led clinical operations and provided oversight for multidisciplinary healthcare teams across collaborating clinics.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Bassett Army Community Hospital, Ft. Wainwright
Ft. Wainwright, AK
07.2022 - 07.2025
- Provided clinical instruction and evaluation as a preceptor for two Family Nurse Practitioner students.
- Administered women’s health and contraceptive services.
- Delivered comprehensive, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and adults, focusing on military populations.
- Elicited patient histories, performed physical examinations, and developed treatment plans independently.
- Maintained military readiness by delivering direct medical care to Soldiers, ensuring health and deployability.
- Oversaw care for 900 patients, coordinating health counseling and education initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
- Delivered quality care in resource-limited environments during deployment to Kuwait, ensuring continuity of care for diverse populations.
- Supervised and mentored nursing and medical support personnel, including combat medics, strengthening team capabilities and service delivery.
- Recipient of the Nursing Excellence award for APRN (2025).
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Mendoza Clinic/Soldier Readiness Processing Center
Ft. Bliss, TX
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Conducted annual periodic health assessments, functional duty evaluations, and separation physical examinations for demobilizing Service Members, applying clinical judgment and evidence-based guidelines to assess treatment needs and determine Soldier Recovery Unit–Eligibility (SRU-E) placement.
- Provided medical care at Soldier Readiness Processing Center (SRPC), Clinical Augmentation Team (CAT), and Separation History and Physical Examination (SHPE) Clinic at Fort Bliss, conducting comprehensive medical readiness evaluations for Soldiers, government employees, and contractors, facilitating their deployment and redeployment.
- Ordered and reviewed laboratory studies and diagnostic imaging, ensuring accurate documentation and timely follow-up. Trained incoming staff on SRU-E processes, collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to uphold care standards and enhance readiness outcomes.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Soldier Family Medical Center
Ft. Bliss, TX
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Evaluated Service Members during demobilization, identifying medical conditions requiring further assessment or treatment and initiating referrals for Soldier Recovery Unit–Evaluation (SRU-E) placement. Collaborated with Defense Civilian Human Resources (DCHR), U.S. Army Reserve (USAR), and Army National Guard (ARNG) liaisons, case managers, and multidisciplinary healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for Service Members with health conditions incurred or aggravated while on Title 10 orders.
- Functioned as military medical provider for Clinical Augmentation Team (CAT) at Fort Bliss, Texas. Conducted comprehensive medical examinations and evaluations to ensure Service Members (SMs) mobilizing on Title 10 orders were medically cleared per Department of Defense (DoD) policies and regulatory standards.
- Ensured compliance with DoD deployment regulations and AOR-specific guidelines.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
GYNE HEALTH OBGYN and CENTER for MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS
Alexandria, VA
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided comprehensive primary care with an emphasis on women’s health, including well-woman examinations, preventive health assessments, diagnosis and management of acute and chronic conditions, sexually transmitted diseases, and counseling on contraception and reproductive health.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic and laboratory studies to inform clinical decisions. Prescribed and managed evidence-based treatment plans, combining pharmacologic therapies and lifestyle interventions. Coordinated referrals and collaborated with specialists to deliver integrated, patient-centered care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and allied health professionals to ensure continuity of care. Developed, implemented, and supervised medically guided weight-management programs, enhancing patient outcomes through comprehensive body composition analyses.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
SKYLINE FAMILY PRACTICE
Front Royal, VA
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Provided comprehensive family-centered primary care across lifespan, including physical, sports, well-woman, and pediatric examinations, preventive health assessments, and management of acute and chronic medical conditions. Interpreted laboratory and diagnostic studies to inform clinical decisions and enhance patient outcomes.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based treatment plans, incorporating pharmacologic therapies and lifestyle-focused interventions. Coordinated referrals and collaborated with medical specialists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure integrated, high-quality patient care.
- Delivered clear and compassionate patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and clinical progress, facilitating informed decision-making and supporting long-term health outcomes.
POST ANESTHESIA CARE UNIT (PRN)
POTOMAC VIEW SURGERY CENTER (PVSC)/ACCOUNTABLE HEALTHCARE STAFFING (AHS)
04.2017 - 02.2019
- Streamlined recovery for post-op anesthesia patients through continuous monitoring, reassessments, and timely interventions.
- Ensured safe environment for recovery for patients across all life spans.
- Provided care across multiple specialties including ENT, podiatry, orthopedics, and pain management.
- Coordinated patient treatment delivery among medical personnel to ensure comprehensive care.
- Educated patients and families on recovery processes and post-operative care.
STAFF NURSE/CHARGE NURSE – POST ANESTHESIA CARE UNIT
INOVA ALEXANDRIA HOSPITAL
Alexandria, VA
11.2011 - 11.2016
- Delivered high-quality perioperative nursing care to inpatient and outpatient surgical patients receiving general, regional, and spinal anesthesia, ensuring patient safety and optimal recovery outcomes. Closely monitored and documented respiratory and cardiovascular status throughout the perioperative and post-anesthesia phases across a diverse patient population spanning the lifespan.
- Precepted and mentored nursing students and newly licensed nurses, fostering competency development and professional growth. Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare team as PACU Liaison and contributed to Clinical Practice Committee, advancing implementation of Joint Replacement Treatment Program.
- Recognized for exceptional performance and commitment to excellence as a recipient of the INOVA System Nursing Excellence Award (2015).
MEDICAL-SURGICAL STAFF NURSE
US JOINT FORCES – MILITARY EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT FACILITY
Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
03.2013 - 01.2014
- Led medical leadership initiatives in direct patient care ambulatory setting, enhancing patient outcomes and care quality.
- Assessed, prevented, and resolved potential health risks through in-depth risk assessments, diagnoses, surveillance, inspection, and education to personnel.
- Served as the facility’s Infection Control Officer and engaged in health security through preventative measures, education, and treatment.
- Provided oversight and instructed on community health/wellness education, laboratory test processing, and cross-training of combat medics/licensed practical nurses in laboratory testing procedures.
- Provided direct supervision of 4 combat medics and implemented training/development initiatives.
- Conducted health risk assessments in facility, providing actionable recommendations and implementing resolutions to mitigate risks.
STAFF NURSE/CHARGE NURSE – INTERMEDIATE CARE UNIT
VIRGINIA HOSPITAL CENTER
Arlington
09.2008 - 10.2011
- Delivered skillful patient services to cardiac and vented patients in the Coronary Care Unit/Intermediate Care Unit.
- Executed dual roles as Charge Nurse and Resource Nurse, providing critical guidance and support to nursing team.
- Provided superior nursing care including, but not limited to: telemetry monitoring, EKG recording, wound care management, central line/tracheal care, and accurate documentation.
- Supervised 6 ancillary staff, coordinating prioritized tasks to ensure efficient patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on post-care discharge planning, enhancing understanding and compliance with care protocols.
- Served on the Best Practice and Peer Review Committees.
Education
Master of Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Marymount University
Arlington, VA01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing
New York, NY01.2008
Master of Arts - Social Science & Education
A. Mickiewicz University
Poznan, PolandSkills
- Quality patient care
- Care coordination
- Treatment planning
- Physical examinations
- Patient education
- Staff training and development
- Therapeutic interventions
- Telehealth services
- Team leadership
- Supervision and mentoring
- Patient assessments
- Family education
Certification
• Nurse Practitioner License, Virginia
• DEA Certificate
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)
• American Association of Nurse Practitioners
• DEA Certificate
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)
• American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Publications
- Building Effective Interprofessional Teams in a Global Service Learning Setting, Global Health Conference, 06/17
- Promoting an Evidence Based Practice, VSPAN – Vital Times, 2013, XXVIII, I, 1-3
Community Leadership
- Ski patrol, Ft. Wainwright, Alaska 2023
- Global Service Learning in Nursing, Nicaragua, Ecuador, 2017
- Medical Mission, Honduras, 2016
- Medical Mission, Panama, Guatemala, 2015, 2012
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Martin Army Community Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Bassett Army Community Hospital, Ft. Wainwright
07.2022 - 07.2025
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Mendoza Clinic/Soldier Readiness Processing Center
12.2021 - 07.2022
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Soldier Family Medical Center
12.2020 - 12.2021
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
GYNE HEALTH OBGYN and CENTER for MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS
05.2019 - 01.2020
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
SKYLINE FAMILY PRACTICE
01.2019 - 06.2019
POST ANESTHESIA CARE UNIT (PRN)
POTOMAC VIEW SURGERY CENTER (PVSC)/ACCOUNTABLE HEALTHCARE STAFFING (AHS)
04.2017 - 02.2019
MEDICAL-SURGICAL STAFF NURSE
US JOINT FORCES – MILITARY EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT FACILITY
03.2013 - 01.2014
STAFF NURSE/CHARGE NURSE – POST ANESTHESIA CARE UNIT
INOVA ALEXANDRIA HOSPITAL
11.2011 - 11.2016
STAFF NURSE/CHARGE NURSE – INTERMEDIATE CARE UNIT
VIRGINIA HOSPITAL CENTER
09.2008 - 10.2011
Master of Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Marymount University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing
Master of Arts - Social Science & Education
A. Mickiewicz University