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Education
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Certification
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Kim Tatum

Las Vegas,Nevada

Summary

Dynamic Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Intermountain Healthcare, excelling in chronic disease management and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and critical thinking. Skilled in diagnostic testing and telehealth services, delivering personalized care plans that promote health maintenance and disease prevention.


Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in in home health assessments and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family Nurse Practitioner

Intermountain Healthcare
12.2018 - Current
  • Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
  • Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
  • Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
  • Utilized telehealth technology effectively, increasing convenience for patients while maintaining high-quality care standards.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
  • Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
  • Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
  • Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.

Nurse Practitioner

Episource
06.2018 - 09.2022
  • Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
  • Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
  • Assessed and diagnosed patients, determining appropriate treatment plans in a timely manner.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Did all in home assessments on Medicare patients. Telehealth when COVID started

Registered Nurse

Summerlin Medical Center
08.2006 - 07.2017
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Education

Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner

National University
La Jolla, CA
03-2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
08-2015

Associate of Science - Nursing

North Central Technical College
Wausau, WI
05-1981

Skills

  • Chronic disease management
  • Patient education
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Preventive healthcare
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Physical assessments
  • HIPAA guidelines
  • Health promotion
  • Care coordination
  • Patient assessment
  • Behavioral health
  • Diagnostic screenings
  • Lab result evaluation
  • Medical histories
  • Electronic medical records
  • Immunization administration
  • Laboratory testing
  • Telehealth services
  • Interpreting laboratory results
  • Diagnosis formulation
  • Medication administration
  • Ambulation services
  • Medical charting
  • Physical examinations
  • Geriatric care
  • End-of-life care
  • Clinic work
  • Hospice resources
  • Prescribing medications
  • Electronic health records systems
  • Attention to detail
  • Electronic charting
  • Patient safety
  • Patient rapport
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Critical thinking
  • Medication prescription
  • Primary care
  • Drug regimen counseling
  • Advanced practice registered nurse
  • Geriatric treatment

Certification

  • Family Nurse Practitioner, Intermountain Health - 6 years

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Family Nurse Practitioner

Intermountain Healthcare
12.2018 - Current

Nurse Practitioner

Episource
06.2018 - 09.2022

Registered Nurse

Summerlin Medical Center
08.2006 - 07.2017

Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner

National University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Walden University

Associate of Science - Nursing

North Central Technical College

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