Kathy Cole
Whitewood,VA
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 2 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. Adept at critical care and management with training in patient education and leadership as an APRN and RN with combined 28 years experience. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse-practitioner
OVP Health
2022.01 - Current
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Aesthetician
Oasis Wellness Spa, LLC
2023.04 - Current
- Cleaned and disinfected equipment to promote safe and sanitary environment.
- Informed, answered questions and recommended treatments for clients seeking range of aesthetic services.
- Studied ingredients in products to explain benefits to clients.
- Performed treatments and created and maintained records of treatment according to company policy.
- Delivered safe, therapeutic experiences to leave clients feeling relaxed and refreshed.
- Guided patients through process, explaining what to expect and how to follow up to improve results.
- Performed consultations for patients before scheduling treatments.
- Designed post-treatment at-home care products.
- Administered treatments to more than 20 patients per week.
- Flexibly worked evenings and weekends to maintain proper spa coverage.
- Gained knowledge of facial massage techniques and skin care product ingredients.
- Executed laser hair removal and microdermabrasion procedures.
- Performed special anti-oxidant, acne, and microdermabrasion facial services.
- Developed individualized, therapeutic skin care programs.
Nurse Practitioner
Buchanan Health Center
2022.01 - 2022.09
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- 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.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Buchanan General Hospital
2018.01 - 2022.03
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
Clinch Valley Medical Center
2021.01 - 2022.02
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
Clinical Instructor
Southwest Virginia Community College
2020.01 - 2021.01
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Provided nursing skill demonstrations for medication administration, dressing changes and clinical logs.
- Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Pikeville Medical Center
2016.01 - 2018.04
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Substitute School Nurse
Buchanan County Public Schools
2015.08 - 2017.02
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
2019.07 - 2020.12
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Clinch Valley Medical Center
2005.04 - 2011.10
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Office Manager
Sign Image
2000.10 - 2004.10
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
- Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
- Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Pediatric Services Of America
1998.10 - 2000.02
- Provided basic educational services to parents and guardians on topics such as child growth and development and special needs.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Aided in designing healthcare plans for pediatric patients based on individual medical needs and living situations.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to assess holistic healthcare profiles of 5 pediatric patients.
- Monitored ongoing metrics for children with chronic health conditions, both remotely and within office settings.
- Educated social workers and child welfare personnel on complex health issues, providing valuable insight into pediatric patients' conditions.
RN Supervisor
Scenic View Nursing And Rehabilitation
1997.05 - 1998.10
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Buchanan General Hospital
1995.12 - 1996.10
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL08.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Community College
Cedar Bluff, VA12.1995
Skills
- Client Intakes
- Aseptic Techniques
- Client Education
- Client Needs Assessment
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Preventive Care
- Acute Care Expertise
- Laceration Repair
- Diabetes and Nutrition Treatments
- Women's Health Exams
- Compliance Reporting Expert
- Geriatric Treatment
- Compliance Reporting Expert
- Foreign Body Removal
- Lab Result Evaluation
- SOAP Notes Expertise
- Differential Diagnosis
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Referrals
- Patient Education
- Urology Knowledge
- Diagnostic Testing
- Sound Judgment
- Licensed RN
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Addiction Treatment
- Therapeutic Intervention
- Community Outreach
- Healthcare Management
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Records Review
- Precepting
- Direct Patient Care
- Treatment Planning
Timeline
Aesthetician
Oasis Wellness Spa, LLC
2023.04 - Current
Nurse-practitioner
OVP Health
2022.01 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Buchanan Health Center
2022.01 - 2022.09
Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
Clinch Valley Medical Center
2021.01 - 2022.02
Clinical Instructor
Southwest Virginia Community College
2020.01 - 2021.01
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
2019.07 - 2020.12
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Buchanan General Hospital
2018.01 - 2022.03
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Pikeville Medical Center
2016.01 - 2018.04
Substitute School Nurse
Buchanan County Public Schools
2015.08 - 2017.02
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Clinch Valley Medical Center
2005.04 - 2011.10
Office Manager
Sign Image
2000.10 - 2004.10
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Pediatric Services Of America
1998.10 - 2000.02
RN Supervisor
Scenic View Nursing And Rehabilitation
1997.05 - 1998.10
RN, Medical-Surgical
Buchanan General Hospital
1995.12 - 1996.10
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Community College
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