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Kara Cummings

Candler,NC

Summary

A certified nurse practitioner with 2+ years of providing primary, preventative, and post-operative urological care to male and female patients. I am committed, compassionate, and eager to advance my NP experience and knowledge while being a team player.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family Nurse Practitioner

Harris Urology- Duke LifePoint
05.2023 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Conducted comprehensive health assessments to develop individualized patient care plans.
  • Referred to proper healthcare specialties to provide holistic care.

Registered Nurse

Mountain Area Health Education Center
11.2018 - 07.2021
  • Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to best practices and treatment protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and care coordination.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting health literacy and preventive measures.

Registered Nurse, Pediatric Oncology

Mission Children's Hospital
11.2015 - 10.2018
  • Administered chemotherapy and supportive care for pediatric oncology patients, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols.
  • Educated families on treatment processes, side effects, and coping strategies to enhance patient support.
  • Monitored vital signs and symptoms, documenting changes in health status for timely interventions.
  • Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare team, fostering a culture of open communication and trust.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Carson Newman Univeristy
Jefferson City, TN
12-2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
12-2014

Skills

  • Adaptable
  • Quick Learner
  • Time management
  • Active listening
  • Comprehensive health evaluation
  • Ongoing disease care coordination
  • Patient knowledge enhancement
  • Effective team leadership

Certification

Family Nurse Practitioner- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

January 2023

NPI: 1265130918


Registered Nurse- North Carolina Board of Nursing

January 2015

RN #: 274951


Basic Life Support- American Health Association

Expires 05/27

Accomplishments

  • Christoper Cash Scholarship Recipient- 2014
  • Western Carolina University Ethics Aware- 2014
  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Scholarship Recipient- 2022

Timeline

Family Nurse Practitioner

Harris Urology- Duke LifePoint
05.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Mountain Area Health Education Center
11.2018 - 07.2021

Registered Nurse, Pediatric Oncology

Mission Children's Hospital
11.2015 - 10.2018

Master of Science - Nursing

Carson Newman Univeristy

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Carolina University

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