Joyce Mwachia APRN, RN
Spring,USA
Summary
Dynamic Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at PCP For Life, excelling in diagnosis and treatment of illnesses. Proven ability in health promotion and preventive care, complemented by strong communication skills. Adept at monitoring patient progress and ensuring accurate medical documentation, fostering optimal patient outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
PCP For Life
Houston, TX
11.2022 - Current
- Administer care to pediatric patients throughout life span
- Conduct physical examinations and ensure accuracy and confidentiality of patient’s health records
- Determine patient’s symptoms and disease by ordering or conducting diagnostic tests
- Inform patients regarding test results and develop treatment plans
- Provide treatment for patient’s acute and chronic illnesses, health conditions, and injuries under primary care
- Facilitate patient education regarding disease prevention and management of chronic illnesses
- Carry out minor procedures including wound care, sutures, incisions and drainages, and pap smears in a primary care setting
RN Staff Nurse (Oncology/Telemetry/Mental Health/Float Pool)
Antelope Valley Hospital
Lancaster, CA
04.2017 - 07.2022
- Evaluated appropriate level of care based on assessment and documented conditions, while also considering the physiological, psycho-social, cultural, developmental, socioeconomic, and spiritual needs of patients
- Established a seamless connection between medical staff and the patient care team
- Assessed results of interventions provided by the medical, nursing, and ancillary teams
- Spearheaded palliative and supportive care for cancer patients, which include patient’s condition monitoring, symptom management, and chemotherapy drug administration
- Immediately reported changes in patient’s condition to medical supervisors
RN Staff Nurse (Acute Care/Telemetry/Oncology)
Lake Forest Hospital
Lake Forest, IL
03.2016 - 02.2017
- Coordinated planning of treatment, medical attention, and care with the patient, family, and other members of the health team
- Maintained safe medication administration practices during chemotherapy and biotherapy
- Fostered accountability in providing care for assigned patients
- Carried out nursing interventions while maintaining conformance with the established plan of care
- Analyzed patient’s needs with regard to discharge and made appropriate referrals as necessary
RN Staff Nurse
Pavilion of Waukegan Nursing Home
Waukegan, IL
11.2013 - 02.2017
- Administered medication prescribed by the physician, and ordered authorized medications, supplies, and equipment in compliance with established policies
- Accomplished and filed all necessary recordkeeping forms and charts upon the resident’s admission, transfer, and discharge
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Hospitality Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre
Kenosha, WI
03.2015 - 04.2016
- Served as charge nurse, supervising licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants
- Performed onboarding, mentoring, coaching, and continuous evaluation of staff and orientation of newly hires
Education
Masters of Science - Nursing, Major in Family Nurse Practitioner
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA, USA12.2021
Masters of Science - Health Systems Management
Kenya Methodist University
Nairobi, KenyaBachelor of Science - Nursing
Kenya Methodist University
Meru, KenyaDiploma - Community Health Nursing
Medical Training College
Mombasa, KenyaSkills
- Patient care and management
- Chronic disease management
- Health screening, and health promotion
- Minor procedures
- Patient education
- Electronic health records
- Care coordination
- Team collaboration
Certification
- National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License, Texas Board of Nursing
- Registered Nurse License, Texas Board of Nursing
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (BLS /CPR)
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
PCP For Life
11.2022 - Current
RN Staff Nurse (Oncology/Telemetry/Mental Health/Float Pool)
Antelope Valley Hospital
04.2017 - 07.2022
RN Staff Nurse (Acute Care/Telemetry/Oncology)
Lake Forest Hospital
03.2016 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Hospitality Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre
03.2015 - 04.2016
RN Staff Nurse
Pavilion of Waukegan Nursing Home
11.2013 - 02.2017
Masters of Science - Nursing, Major in Family Nurse Practitioner
Azusa Pacific University
Masters of Science - Health Systems Management
Kenya Methodist University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kenya Methodist University
Diploma - Community Health Nursing
Medical Training College
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