John Fankmeni
Bear
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner seeking for a Nurse Practitioner position in a community nursing setting. Accomplished Registered Nurse Case Manager with 10+ years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse patients. Skillfully blend hands-on skills with an advanced background in community health and Primary care settings. Work effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians, and administrators to address patient needs. Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with close to one year of comprehensive experience providing wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of Gehrimed, Point Click Care, and Cerner.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Geriatric Medicine Consultants
10.2022 - Current
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Listened to patient concerns and detailed alternative therapies for treatments.
- Coordinate with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Explain medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
- Work with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
- Strictly adhere to all HIPAA regulations.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Appropriately diagnose and treat a variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Support patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
- 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.
- Team with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
Student Clinical Nurse Practitioner
Brinton Lake Family Medecine
Glen Mills, PA
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Reviewed clinical cases to gain an additional understanding of disease etiology and progression.
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examination findings.
- Exercised confidentiality and abided by HIPAA rules and regulations.
- Collaborated with the treatment team to implement optimal protocols.
- Collected and transported laboratory specimens used in diagnostics and ongoing patient monitoring.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza, and other illnesses of concern.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect the health, safety, and rights of patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under the care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Applied nursing expertise to meet the needs of patients in a challenging environment.
RN Case Manager
Christiana Care VNA
01.2012 - Current
- Managed a case load of about 20-30 patients at a time on the med-surg team
- Provided necessary home clinical services, assess for home safety and medication safety
- Coordinated and initiate referral for related disciplines
- Established and maintain communication with physicians, pharmacists and therapists
- Educated patients and empower them towards becoming independent with care
- Provided clinical assessments and evaluations of outcomes
- Participated in a pilot harmonizing nursing function to include auto scheduling
RN Supervisor
HCR Manor Care
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Managed admissions and discharges of patients.
- Addressed family concerns in timely manner.
- Supervised nursing staff, which included but not limited to creating work schedules, and ensuring accurate and timely completion of all staff assignments.
- Assessment and evaluation of patient status.
- Communicate changes and recommendations with physicians and related departments.
- Maintained timely documentation of nurses’ notes and execution of plan of care.
RN Nurse Manager
COMMUNITY SYSTEM, INC
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Managed a group home setting housing 4 patients with developmental disabilities with complex medical conditions as well as behavior disorders.
- Provided excellent customer service.
- Controlled and monitored the use of all psychoactive medications, incidents and accidents.
- Ensured documentation and plans of care are appropriate and followed.
- Ensured compliance to state regulations.
- Supervised nursing staff, which includes but not limited creating work schedules, and ensuring accurate and timely completion of all staff assignments.
- Led and mentored many newly licensed nurses in developing and achieving professional expertise.
- Completed 4 successful state surveys.
LPN
HCR Manor Care
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Administered patients’ medications in a timely manner following the 6 rights of medication administration
- Supervised CNAs and assisted with personal care
- Performed wound care and assessed for response to treatment plans
- Assigned roles to CNAs and checked for completion
- Timely documentation of shift notes including response to medication, changes in medications, changes in ADLs
- Communicated with physicians and supervisors as necessary.
Volunteer
St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish
Bear, DE
02.2022 - 02.2022
- Assisted with special events or programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Greeted visitors and answered questions about program, requirements and opportunities.
- Coordinated food, clothing and household items for disadvantaged individuals and families.
House Call Nurse Practitioner
Perform Home Evaluation Of Members,
Middletown, DE
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
Education
Master of Science - MSN
Neumann University
Aston Mills, PA05.2022
BSN - Nursing
WILMINGTON UNIVERSITY
2019
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - NURSING
EXCELSIOR COLLEGE
ALBANY, NEW YORK2012
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COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH ACADEMY
WASHINGTON, DC2004
BA - LINGUISTICS AND TRANSLATION ( French
UNIVERSITY OF YAOUNDE 1
1998
Skills
- Compassionate and Caring
- Accurate Documentation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Clear Patient Communication
- Routine Examinations
- Wound Management
- Specimen Results Interpretation
- Prescription Drug Recommendations
- Treatment Recommendations
- Community Healthcare Programming
- Pharmacologic Intervention
- Test Interpretations
- Student Precepting
- Community Program Referrals
- Diagnostic Testing
- Palliative care
Additional Information
- BLS certification.
- Awards: Christiana Care Excellence in Nursing Award 2017 for exceptional clinical and managerial performance. Awarded by The Christiana care professional Nurse Council.
Languages
French
Full Professional
Timeline
House Call Nurse Practitioner
Perform Home Evaluation Of Members,
06.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Geriatric Medicine Consultants
10.2022 - Current
Volunteer
St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish
02.2022 - 02.2022
Student Clinical Nurse Practitioner
Brinton Lake Family Medecine
05.2021 - 04.2022
RN Case Manager
Christiana Care VNA
01.2012 - Current
RN Supervisor
HCR Manor Care
01.2012 - 01.2014
RN Nurse Manager
COMMUNITY SYSTEM, INC
01.2009 - 01.2012
LPN
HCR Manor Care
01.2004 - 01.2009
Master of Science - MSN
Neumann University
BSN - Nursing
WILMINGTON UNIVERSITY
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - NURSING
EXCELSIOR COLLEGE
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COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH ACADEMY
BA - LINGUISTICS AND TRANSLATION ( French
UNIVERSITY OF YAOUNDE 1