Kelsey Locklear, MSN, RN, WHNP-BC
Pembroke,North Carolina
Summary
Compassionate and evidence-driven Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care grounded in current clinical standards. Experienced in collaborative practice environments with a focus on improving patient outcomes and advancing women’s health across the lifespan. Known for strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and a passion for empowering women through education, advocacy, and holistic care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse, Mother-Baby Unit
Scotland Memorial Hospital
Laurinburg, NC
06.2022 - Current
- Deliver evidence-based postpartum and newborn care, assessing maternal recovery and identifying complications such as hemorrhage, infection, hypertensive disorders, and breastfeeding challenges.
- Provide comprehensive patient education on postpartum recovery, lactation support, newborn assessment, safe sleep practices, and discharge planning to promote continuity of care.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support maternal-infant bonding, mental health screening, and individualized discharge planning to optimize outcomes.
Staff Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
Greensboro, NC
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Conducted comprehensive pre-, intra-, and post-dialysis assessments while ensuring adherence to safety protocols and interdisciplinary coordination.
Medical Surgical Staff Nurse
Wake Forest Baptist Health
Winston-Salem, NC
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Managed care for medically complex patients while advocating for patient safety and coordinating interdisciplinary communication.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing (MSN-WHNP)
University of Cincinnati
12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN-RN)
University of North Carolina At Pembroke (UNCP)
05.2021
Skills
Evidence-based practice EMR documentation Clinical assessment Risk stratification Interdisciplinary collaboration Patient education
Certification
- Registered Nurse, #335124
- Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, NCC #104149195
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program, Advanced Provider
- S.T.A.B.L.E, Certification
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Mother-Baby Unit
Scotland Memorial Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Staff Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
04.2022 - 06.2022
Medical Surgical Staff Nurse
Wake Forest Baptist Health
08.2021 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Nursing (MSN-WHNP)
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN-RN)
University of North Carolina At Pembroke (UNCP)
Clinical Rotations
UNC Health Women's Services, August 2024-May 2025
Women's Health of the Carolinas at Pembroke, May 2025-Nov. 2025
- Prenatal and postpartum care, annual well-woman exams, problem-focused gynecologic visits, contraceptive counseling and LARC management, infertility evaluation, menopausal care, STI screening and treatment, and preventive health services.
- Performed pelvic exams, Pap smears, contraceptive device placement/removal, and interpretation of NSTs and routine obstetric assessments.
- Total 675+ hours