Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with over one years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
AFC Urgent Care
07.2023 - Current
See between 40-50 urgent care visits per day including DOT, school, sports and work physical exams.
Perform minor surgical procedures such as I&D's, handling suturing and wound care.
Order x-rays, interpret results and perform splinting as needed.
Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Educate patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Assess and treat STDs in both males and females.
Monitor patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency in providing comprehensive care to patients.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Medical Associates
11.2022 - 06.2023
Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
Instructed and counseled patients to comply with prescribed medical or physical regimens, medications, health maintenance and addiction treatment.
Offered preventive services such as well-child, adult and gynecological examinations.
Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases.
Provided women's health services for contraception, reproductive concerns and family planning.
Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
Delivered high quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patients.
Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits through exercising dieting.
Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
STAFF RN
Lawrence General Hospital
01.2014 - 11.2022
Responsible for the care of up to five Medical/Surgical patients with various disease process while maintaining dignity, integrity and practicing safe nursing practice under HIPAA laws
Administer medications safely using the correct nursing practices with proper infection control
Assess patients daily, during admissions and as needed
Respond quickly and efficiently to patients needs during various medical situations
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team daily for discharge planning
Communicate and educate patients and family members effectively regarding plan of care
Provide detailed shift report to oncoming nurse.
TEAM LEADER/RN
WOODBRIAR OF WILMINGTON
03.2012 - 01.2014
Delivered thorough and compassionate care to 12 patients during a shift by providing a safe environment, medical needs, and general comfort on a Subacute/Long Term unit
Successfully administered medications to patients under strict guidelines without errors
Corresponded effectively to Rehab staff regarding nursing aspect of patient care
Administered treatments such as wound care, and respiratory therapy safely, while maintaining proper infection control
Performed assessments and identified medical concerns of patients during admissions and discharges while provided continuous education on proper health management
Delegated tasks to CNA’s in accordance to policies, and educated staff on proper infection control
Initiated IV lines, bladder scans, inserted foleys, removed staples for post op joint replacement, and other nursing tasks
Assumed the role of Charge Nurse on weekends and oversees the general care of 30 patients, while supervising 4 CNA’s, and 2 Team Leaders.
REGISTERED NURSE
LOWELL COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
04.2010 - 03.2012
Responsible for patient evaluation and assessments during visits, and walk-ins, to identify appropriate nursing interventions
Triaged patients via telephone and during walk-in hours
With physicians orders, implemented proper care and provided treatments to patients of the clinic according to policies, and clinic protocols
Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to provide patients with the highest level of care while following strict patient privacy according to HIPAA regulations
Administered vaccines, treatments, and medications safely, while maintaining proper infection control
Managed patients lab, diagnostic testing, and responsible for interpreting and educating patients with results
Delegated tasks to Medical Assistants in accordance to policies.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Rivier University
Nashua, NH
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis College
Weston, MA
05-2009
Skills
Point-Click-Care EMR
Charting and documentation
Medication and IV administration
HIPAA and confidentiality
Wound care
Suturing
Interpret x-rays
Splinting
Intake and discharge
Dispensing medication
Taking vital signs
Building trust and rapport
Acute and rehabilitative care
IV drug therapy management
Certification
DOT Certified Medical Examiner License - In progress
Medical Director/Family Medicine Physician/Urgent Care Physician at AFC URGENT CARE/FAMILY CAREMedical Director/Family Medicine Physician/Urgent Care Physician at AFC URGENT CARE/FAMILY CARE