Keisha Thompson-Long
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Organized, dependable, and compassionate family nurse practitioner with a progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination. Proven ability to exercise superior clinical judgment, remain calm and skillfully handle high-stress situations, while maintaining a positive attitude. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and patient advocacy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unplanned Career Break
Self
2018.07 - Current
- From July 2018 to present, I have taken time away from my career to raise my children. During this period, I returned to school and obtained my MSN-Family Nurse Practitioner degree. In addition to acquiring my degree, I became board-certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
RN- Radiation Oncology
Ballad Health
2016.04 - 2018.07
- Provided daily in-clinic and telephonic triage care for approximately 60 patients undergoing radiation treatment.
- Educated patients and families on treatments and safety protocols, diagnosis and prognosis, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
RN- Labor and Delivery
Ballad Health
2015.01 - 2016.04
- Provided expert care to patients in a 20 bed mother/baby/gynecology unit, through labor and delivery, postpartum, and gynecology, ensuring optimal outcomes for mother and baby.
- Implemented and monitored individualized patient care and birth plans, addressing specific needs and complications during labor.
- Facilitated open communication with expectant parents to address concerns, educated on birth plans, and provided emotional support throughout pregnancy and childbirth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring smooth communication between physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals.
RN- Progressive Care
Ballad Health
2014.06 - 2015.01
- Gained foundational nursing experience in a 30 bed progressive care unit, caring for diverse patient populations, with complex health conditions.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
United States University
San Diego, CA08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carson Newman University
Jefferson City, TN08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of California
Berkeley, CA08.1998
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Active Listening
- Calm Under Pressure
- Sound Clinical Judgment
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Multitasking
Certification
- ANCC Certified Family Nurse Practitioner #2023208149
- Tennessee Registered Nurse Licensure #202928
- California Registered Nurse Licensure #9520297
- BLS Certified
References
- Scott D Coen, M.D., Radiation Oncologist, Kingsport, TN. 423-224-5500/276-679-5874
- Darline Webb, RN, Clinical Nurse Manager, Kingsport, TN. 423-224-5500/423-914-0770
- Diane Knights, FNP-BC, Primary Care of Tennessee Knoxville, TN. 865-200-4101
Timeline
Unplanned Career Break
Self
2018.07 - Current
RN- Radiation Oncology
Ballad Health
2016.04 - 2018.07
RN- Labor and Delivery
Ballad Health
2015.01 - 2016.04
RN- Progressive Care
Ballad Health
2014.06 - 2015.01
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
United States University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carson Newman University
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
University of California
- ANCC Certified Family Nurse Practitioner #2023208149
- Tennessee Registered Nurse Licensure #202928
- California Registered Nurse Licensure #9520297
- BLS Certified
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