KENZIE CARPENTER
Hermitage,TN
Summary
Board-certified adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner with over eight years of experience in advanced practice and perioperative settings. Specialized in aesthetic medicine with advanced training in facial assessment, neurotoxins, dermal fillers, and medical-grade skincare. Recognized for strong patient communication, clinical judgment, and procedural precision, consistently delivering high-quality personalized care. Proficient in electronic medical record systems, including eClinicalWorks (ECW), Epic, and Expanse.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner
NUUD Skin Co
Nashville, TN
06.2026 - Current
- Assessed patient skin health and recommended personalized skincare regimens.
- Administered aesthetic treatments using advanced skincare techniques and tools.
- Educated clients on post-treatment care and skincare product usage.
- Performed laser vein therapy and laser hair removal procedures.
- Administered cosmetic injectables such as Botox, Juvederm, Radiesse, Restylane and Belotero.
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedics
Centennial Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
- Independently perform assessments, develop a plan of care for approximately 20 patients per day.
- Performed joint injections and aspirations, contributing to effective pain management and recovery.
- Coordinated post-surgical care for orthopedic patients in medical/surgical inpatient unit, ensuring optimal recovery.
- Provided discharge education, post-op incision care, and drain management.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative staff to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedic Trauma
Hughston Clinic Orthopedics Trauma, Skyline Medical Center
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Evaluated patient information and made informed medical decisions, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies to guide patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians to manage care for hospitalized patients, contributing to treatment plans and patient outcomes.
- Obtained detailed patient histories and physicals, and conducted thorough physical examinations to inform treatment plans.
- Assisted in surgery, in clinic, and rounded on approximately 10-20 patients daily.
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedic trauma
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
11.2018 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse First Assistant Orthopedics
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted surgeons during general and specialized surgeries, enhancing patient outcomes in orthopedics, plastics, and robotics.
- Executed surgical procedures including controlling bleeding, suturing incisions, injecting, draping, providing exposure, and handling tissue to support successful operations.
- Assisted surgeons during complex surgical procedures in diverse specialties.
- Facilitated patient safety and comfort through effective communication and support.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal preparation and efficiency.
Orthopedic Circulating Nurse
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
01.2014 - 02.2018
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama08-2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Middle Tennessee State University
12-2013
Skills
- Joint injection techniques
- Advanced patient assessment
- Diagnostic interpretation
- Surgical assistance
- Pain management strategies
- Clinical decision-making
- Care coordination
- Collaborative practice
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
- Patient education
- Eclinicalworks (ECW)
- Epic
- Expanse
- Compassionate patient care
- Facial assessment and aesthetic consultations
- Neurotoxin (Botox) treatment training
- Dermal filler training
- Medical-grade skincare recommendations
Certification
- Nurse Zan Master Injector course - Face IT, 03/26/22
- Botox Training/Dermal Filler Training, 04/30/21
- Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Tennessee Board of Nursing
- Licensed Registered Nurse (RN), Tennessee Board of Nursing
- American Nurses Credentialing Center, Certified
- Drug Enforcement Administration Controlled Substance License
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 01/19 - Present
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 01/19 - Present
- Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA)
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR)
Timeline
Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner
NUUD Skin Co
06.2026 - Current
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedics
Centennial Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedic Trauma
Hughston Clinic Orthopedics Trauma, Skyline Medical Center
02.2020 - 08.2020
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedic trauma
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
11.2018 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse First Assistant Orthopedics
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
02.2018 - 05.2019
Orthopedic Circulating Nurse
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
01.2014 - 02.2018
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama Birmingham
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Middle Tennessee State University