KOURTNEY HOWELL
Lubbock
Summary
Dependable, enthusiastic and dedicated to giving exceptional patient support. Successful at responding to both acute concerns and chronic issues with proper treatment plans and preventive care and education.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Lubbock Urology Clinic – North
Lubbock
08.2022 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including medical history, physical exams and diagnostic interpretation for urological conditions.
- Diagnose and manage conditions such as UTIs, kidney stones, stress and/or urge incontinence, neurogenic bladder, BPH, kidney cancer and prostate cancer.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests including urinalysis, PCRs, urine cultures, imaging and other laboratory results.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans to optimize patient health outcomes, incorporating medications, lifestyle modifications, and referrals.
- Assist with and perform urologic procedures including catheter placement, cystoscopy assistance, trial for sacral neuromodulation system.
- Provide patient education on disease prevention, treatment options and post-procedure care.
- Coordinated care with supervising physician, urologists, and multidisciplinary teams to improve clinical outcomes and ensure comprehensive patient management.
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Vera Whole Health, Vivacity Care Center
Spokane
02.2020 - 07.2022
- Expanded provider capabilities through participation in health initiatives with Vera, increasing access to care.
- Transformed patient attitudes towards primary care, advocating for reliance on it over urgent care or excessive specialist referrals to improve health outcomes.
- Establish a fun and welcoming atmosphere for staff and new employees while supporting staff with EMR and care center operations – focused on teamwork and fostering positive energy.
- Expanded expertise in coding and billing while working alongside Vivacity.
- Cultivated genuine relationships with patients through meaningful interactions, enhancing patient compliance and support for marketing efforts.
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Vera Whole Health, Midtown & Eastside Clinic
Anchorage
09.2017 - 01.2020
- Deliver primary preventative and acute care to employees' spouses and dependents of Anchorage School District and Municipality of Anchorage.
- Provided quality and compassionate care through empathetic listening to patients in various clinical settings.
- Enhanced patient engagement through education on prevention and management of potential diagnoses.
- Support colleagues with EMR challenges and facilitate navigation of EMR system throughout clinic processes
- Supported allied staff and PSRs when understaffed, contributing to seamless patient care.Adapted to diverse clinical roles, fostering collaboration and team resilience during peak times.
- Supported allied staff and PSRs when understaffed, contributing to seamless patient care.
Adapted to diverse clinical roles, fostering collaboration and team resilience during peak times.
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Health Center of Lubbock (FQHC)
Lubbock
10.2015 - 08.2017
- Provided comprehensive care to adults managing chronic health issues including hypertension, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypothyroidism, hepatitis B and C, cirrhosis, and chronic kidney disease.
- Conduct women's examinations including pap smears, sports physicals, and well-child checks.
- Educated patients on illness prevention while clarifying diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and care strategies.
- Analyze and discuss lab results with patients.
- Supported underserved patients in rural communities and migrant workers by connecting them to resources and ensuring access to high-quality, cost-effective treatment.
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Physician’s Network Services, Dr. Karen Jane Scott’s Office
Lubbock
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Provided comprehensive support for patients managing chronic conditions including hypertension, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypothyroidism.
- Facilitated women's health exams including Pap smears, sports physicals, and well-child checks, ensuring thorough patient care.
- Interpret and present lab results for patient understanding.
- Educated patients on illness prevention in conjunction with diagnosis, treatment medications, and care management.
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
La Casa Family Health Center/Eastern New Mexico University Student Health Services (FQHC)
Portales
11.2013 - 05.2015
- Facilitated access to comprehensive health care services for patients and families, enhancing care delivery.
- Oversaw treatment of patients presenting acute care issues such as URI, UTIs, gastroenteritis, and STI testing at student health services.
- Facilitate care for clients managing chronic health issues like hypertension, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypothyroidism.
- Perform comprehensive well-women examinations such as pap smears, sports physicals, and well-child assessments.
- Evaluate and analyze lab results with patients.
- Comprehensively educate patients on illness prevention and/or diagnostic, therapeutic, medication strategies, and care plan.
- Connected underserved patients and college students with available resources, promoting equitable and effective care.
Registered Nurse/Operating Room Nurse
Roosevelt General Hospital
Portales
11.2009 - 10.2013
- Oversee patient in collaboration with CRNA during surgical procedures and manage room circulation for necessary equipment while ensuring precise operative documentation.
- Execute and supervise completion of all necessary pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative documentation for facility compliance.
- Collected pre-operative vitals and comprehensive history to ensure patient readiness for surgery.
- Monitored patient in post-operative area, administering pain relief and anti-emetic medication to facilitate effective recovery.
- Educated new staff and collaborated with nursing students on operating room procedures, enhancing understanding of general surgery, endoscopy, and pain management.
- Oversaw monthly and quarterly quality assurance processes for operating room.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, Texas08-2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing / Registered Nurse
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, Texas05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Studies
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas05-2004
Associate of Science Degree - Levelland, Texas
South Plains College
Levelland, Texas05-2001
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Chronic management
- Family health management
- EMR documentation
- Quality enhancement
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Empathy in care
Affiliations
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), 07/01/13 - Present
- Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN), 05/01/11 - 12/31/12
- Certified Professional Coder, 10/01/06 - 12/31/08
Educational Accomplishments
- 2013, Third Place winner of the West Texas A&M University Student Research Conference
- 2011-2013, Member of The National Society of Leadership and Success
- 1999-2001, Member of Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society
- 2003-2004, Volunteer for the Lubbock Police Department Crisis Team
Professional License
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANP), F0813559, 08/29/13 - 08/28/28
- Certified Family Nurse Practitioner – Texas Board of Nursing, AP124577, issued: 10/9/13 exp: 12/31/26
- Registered Nurse - Texas Board of Nursing, 755231, issued: 6/12/08 exp: 12/31/26
- Controlled Substance Registration Certificate, United States Department of Justice, MD3053117, exp: 10/31/28
- National Provider Identification, 1497185458
Timeline
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Lubbock Urology Clinic – North
08.2022 - Current
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Vera Whole Health, Vivacity Care Center
02.2020 - 07.2022
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Vera Whole Health, Midtown & Eastside Clinic
09.2017 - 01.2020
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Health Center of Lubbock (FQHC)
10.2015 - 08.2017
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Physician’s Network Services, Dr. Karen Jane Scott’s Office
05.2015 - 09.2015
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
La Casa Family Health Center/Eastern New Mexico University Student Health Services (FQHC)
11.2013 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse/Operating Room Nurse
Roosevelt General Hospital
11.2009 - 10.2013
Master of Science - Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner
West Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing / Registered Nurse
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Studies
Texas Tech University
Associate of Science Degree - Levelland, Texas
South Plains College