Karoweso Chipendo
Nurse Practitioner (FNP/PMHNP-BC)
Omaha,Nebraska
Summary
Looking to leverage my knowledge and experience as a dual certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)/Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) by continuing to deliver evidence based practice medicine to all patient populations ensuring that patients receive community standard of care, set achievable personal health goals, prevent disease and maintain health. Has 10+ years of experience amassed in a prison setting, community health center, IHS and private practices
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
APRN-PMHNP BC
All Care Health Center (community Health Medicine)
01.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Provided counseling to patients and families
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Delivered high level of care and service to patients through email, video chat and online assessments.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
- Saw an average amount of 15-18 patients each day to perform initial visits and physical examinations.
APRN-PMHNP BC
Verve Collaborative Health (Private Practice).
01.2022 - Current
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Delivered high level of care and service to patients through email, video chat and online assessments.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
(FNP/PMHNP)APRN
Nebraska Department of Corrections
10.2015 - 12.2023
- Internal Medicine , Psychiatry Across the Life Span (prison setting)
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Saw an average of 20 patients each day performing initial visits and physical examinations.
Family Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified
Catholic Health Initiatives
06.2016 - 05.2023
- Family Practice Urgent Care: Chronic care, acute care, injuries Diagnosing, prescribing, ordering diagnostic tests, .
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
APRN-FNP
Methodist Health Systems
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Family Medicine and Urgent care: Chronic care, Skilled nursing facility
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
- Manages and average of 10-20 patients each day to perform initial visits and physical examinations.
Education
Post Master's Certificate - Psychiatry Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY
St Louis, MO01.2020
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) in Nursing
CLARKSON COLLEGE
Omaha, NE01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln, NE05-2011
Skills
- EMR Systems: Athena/Epic
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Patient education
- Pediatric care
- Medical documentation
- Medical histories
- Advanced level diagnoses
- Clinical judgment
- Diagnostic test interpretation
- Disease prevention
- Lab results interpretation
- Acute and chronic health issues
- Prescription refills
- Medication prescribing
Certification
- CNP
- Expires: October 2026
- State: NE
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
APRN-PMHNP BC
All Care Health Center (community Health Medicine)
01.2023 - Current
APRN-PMHNP BC
Verve Collaborative Health (Private Practice).
01.2022 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified
Catholic Health Initiatives
06.2016 - 05.2023
(FNP/PMHNP)APRN
Nebraska Department of Corrections
10.2015 - 12.2023
APRN-FNP
Methodist Health Systems
01.2015 - 06.2015
Post Master's Certificate - Psychiatry Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) in Nursing
CLARKSON COLLEGE
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Nebraska Wesleyan University
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- SKILLS
- Collaboration
- Strong Work Ethic
- Adaptability, flexibility
- Handling pressure: busy clinics ((40(40+patients) in urg
- Family Nurse Practitioner x 5 years of experience in Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Urgent Care, Prison Medicine, Psychiatry Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certified. Looking to continue serving all patient populations/under served population