Kelli Nissen
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
Specialized Pain Management and Neurology Nurse Practitioner with diverse experience and knowledge in providing safe and effective patient centered care when dealing with chronic and acute pain and neurological conditions. Comfortable working in high-pressure environments, demonstrates strong critical thinking capabilities, patient assessment skills, and a comprehensive ability to develop custom treatment plans to assist with treatment and quality life improvement through various pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Red Rock Neurology and Pain Management
North Las Vegas, NV
02.2024 - Current
- Investigated patient histories, symptoms and responses as part of in-depth investigations into etiologies of patient concerns.
- Managed patients with acute and chronic pain conditions, with an intimate knowledge of the relationship between pain pathophysiology's and neurology.
- Executed detailed assessment to locate pain origin and suggest relevant diagnostic imaging.
- Assessed imaging data of spine areas and neuromuscular studies.
- Facilitated understanding of medical conditions through detailed models, imagery and clear discussion.
- Promoted patient empowerment for autonomous healthcare decisions using the patient decision-making framework.
- Analyzed potential candidates for spinal cord stimulators, considering all facets of care, such as pathology, physiology, and patient readiness.
- Guided patients through understanding chronic, progressive conditions and available pain management techniques, such as spinal cord stimulators and intrathecal pain pumps.
- Monitored and addressed both acute and chronic neurological conditions with medical expertise to make accurate assessments of individual medical situations.
- Interpreted results of MRI, SPECT and PET scans.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes needed to manage their neurologic condition.
- Engaged with various professional teams to streamline patient care coordination.
- Advocated for patients to ensure their needs and preferences were addressed.
- Prescribed medication and treatment regimens to manage acute and chronic conditions based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Conducted research to stay informed on the latest treatments and medical advancements.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems for accurate documentation of patient care.
- Participated in quality improvement projects to enhance patient outcomes.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Georgetown University
Washington, DC05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nevada State College
Las Vegas12-2014
Skills
- Pain and neurology expert
- Patient-centered care
- Patient advocacy
- Advanced physical examination
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Differential diagnosis
- Care delivery coordination
- Chronic disease management
- Health promotion
- Healthcare management
- Geriatric treatment
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA guidelines
- Quality improvement
Certification
- Studying to become Board Certified in Pain Management
- Board Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center
Affiliations
- Enjoys learning and engaging in local politics to understand and advocate for change in the medical community to better serve the needs of patients.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Red Rock Neurology and Pain Management
02.2024 - Current
- Studying to become Board Certified in Pain Management
- Board Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center
Master of Science - Nursing
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nevada State College
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