KRISTINA FAWCETT
Phoenix,Arizona
Summary
Determined leader with a strong desire to drive and advance organizations. Possesses expertise in strategic planning, problem-solving, and effective communication, with a solid grasp of business principles, project management, and team leadership. Collaborative by nature and known for an unwavering work ethic. A dedicated Nurse Practitioner with 12 years of experience, experienced in conducting thorough physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and prescribing appropriate treatments or medications for various wound-related conditions. Deeply passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits through a patient-centered approach to care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Clinical Officer
Valley Wound Care Specialists
06.2024 - Current
- Develops and implements operational plans that align with company’s clinical vision and strategy optimizing patient outcomes.
- Establish and maintain clinical policies, procedures, and protocols aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and implement quality assurance programs to ensure consistent delivery of clinical services across all practice sites.
- Conduct regular audits and assessments to maintain compliance with applicable healthcare regulations and accreditation requirements.
- Assist and support clinical education and training programs for healthcare team members, and advanced practice providers, ensuring they are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills in wound care interventions.
Family Nurse Practitioner, Certified Wound Specialist
Valley Wound Care Specialists
01.2012 - Current
- Provide comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions, referrals, and diagnostics when necessary.
- Provides consultation services on cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and providing multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
- Skills include implementation specialized wound care procedures such as wound debridement, biopsy, casting, compression wrapping, and skin substitute application, focusing on patient centered care.
Nursing Certified Specialist Manager
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Oversaw department operations to ensure smooth, efficient, and appropriate patient care management
- Manages and influences the quality of patient outcomes and clinical care through application of specialized knowledge
- Promoted patient and staff safety, staff retention, and development
- At BTMC I assisted staff with development of leadership goals, critical thinking activities, and promotion of ideas to help Banner become an industry leader
- I coordinated quality initiatives and process improvements, including operational costs and development of cost saving measures
- I have collaborated with multiple departments at BTMC to open our first outpatient ostomy clinic to improve patient outcomes and promote more cost-effective patient care
Nursing Certified Specialist
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2010
- At Banner Thunderbird, I participated in the education of staff, patients, and families about wound and ostomy care
- I was responsible for providing consultations on current wound care therapies and indications for treatment to our physicians based on patient history and multidisciplinary assessment
- I was active in development of an outpatient ostomy clinic including reimbursement and patient care
- While previously working at BGSMC I cared for complex abdominal wounds and ostomies allowing for additional skill development for care of those patients
- These skills are used now at BTMC and shared with current peers and fellow wound ostomy team members
- My job role included providing educational in-services to our staff on advanced wound care therapies, including new employee orientation, skills fairs, and patient/staff awareness booths
- I facilitate vendor visits to our facility for ongoing education and product evaluation in our wound department
Nursing Certified Specialist
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
01.2008 - 01.2009
- At Banner Good Samaritan, I participated in the education of staff patients and families about wound and ostomy care
- I was responsible for providing consultations on current wound care therapies and indications for treatment to our physicians based on patient history and multidisciplinary assessment
- I participated in coordinating outpatient ostomy clinic billing and patient care
- While working for BGSMC I cared for complex abdominal wounds and ostomies allowing for additional skill development
- My job role included providing educational in-services to our staff on advanced wound care therapies, including new employee orientation, skills fairs, and medical surgical academies
Wound Care Nursing Certified Specialist
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2008
- At Banner Thunderbird, I participated in the education of staff patients and families about wound and ostomy care
- I am responsible for providing consultations on current wound care therapies and indications for treatment to our physicians based on patient history and multidisciplinary assessment
- While working at Banner Thunderbird I organized and provide educational in-services to our staff on advanced wound care therapies
Case Manager – Wound Care Clinic
National Healing Cooperation, Arizona Heart Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2006
- While working for National Healing I case managed for two physicians, between 70-100 patients
- I was responsible for setting up diagnostic tests, referrals, and education of both patients and families on wound care and related issues
- As a member of the team, I provided information on how to approach patient care through multidisciplinary actions using an established pathway to ensure positive patient outcomes
- I received training on hyperbaric medicine and worked in hyperbaric department, performing treatments and testing related to hyperbaric care
Telemetry/Floor Nurse
Arizona Heart Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2006
- While working at Arizona Heart Hospital I was able to transition from a Patient Care Partner, to LPN; to RN on the Patent Care Unit
- My duties were to provide patient focused care and improve patient outcomes by providing multidisciplinary services for patients
- I assisted surgeons with postoperative and wound care ranging from basic to advanced wound care therapies
- While employed at AzHH I also worked on special assignment in Pharmacy, Performance Improvement, and Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Education
Doctorate in Nursing Practice - Practice Improvement: “The Effectiveness of Multimedia Education to Improve Diabetic Foot Care Knowledge, Practice, and Wound Healing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona2021
Masters - Nursing Science: Family Nurse Practitioner Evidence Based Project: “Management of Diabetic Foot Ulcers in Primary Care Setting”
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona2011
Bachelors - Nursing Science Capstone: “Prevention of Pressure Ulcers in Acute Care” Dean’s List
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona2007
Associate - Nursing
Glendale Community College of Nursing
Glendale, Arizona2002
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Patient Safety
- Healthcare management
- Quality Improvement
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Education
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Preventive Healthcare
Affiliations
- Arizona Nursing Association
- Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Society
- Association for the Advancement of Wound Care
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- The American College of Clinical Wound Specialists
Professionalaccomplishmentsandawards
Anthony J. Jannetti/Marriott Nursing Scholarship recipient, 01/01/11
Community Involvement
- Vitalant blood donor, 01/01/04 - current
- Annual team captain and fundraiser for The Walk to End Alzheimer’s, 01/01/15 - current
- Event Planner for WOCN RMR Phoenix Chapter, 01/01/16 - 12/31/18
- Commencement Ceremony for Carrington College Graduating Class, 01/01/18
Personal Information
Title: DNP, APRN, NP-C, CWS, FACCWS
Publications / Lectures
- Wound Care lecture Maricopa Community Colleges 2006-2011
- Difficult to Manage Wounds, Case Study, 2008
- Wound Care in Primary Care lecture Grand Canyon University 2013
- Unconventional use of Total Parental Nutrition in Patients with Gastrointestinal Barriers to Enteral Nutritional Supplementation, 2014
- Hardware Salvage Using Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with Instillation, 2014
- Mbingo, Cameroon: Medical Mission Experience lecture WOCN local chapter 2017
- Wound Care in Primary Care, 2018
- Pyoderma Gangrenosum: Case Studies lecture WOCN local chapter 2018
- Novel use of Tubular Dressing for Lowe Leg Wound Treatment – A Case Series, 2019
- Wound Lunch & Learn lecture Phoenix Indian Medical Center 2020
- The Effectiveness of Multimedia Education to Improve Diabetic Foot Care Knowledge, Practice, and Wound Healing 2021
- Lower Extremity Complications and Case Series lecture GateWay Community College 2022-current
- MPOX case study lecture WOCN local chapter 2023
- Can the use of a polyacrylate fiber impregnated lipido–colloid silver dressing promote wound 2024
debridement and optimize wound bed status in sensate patients? 10/07/2024
References
Available upon request
Certificationsandlicensure
- Registered Nurse, 2003 - current
- Family Nurse Practitioner, 2012 - current
- Certified Wound Specialist, 2008 - current
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner, American Association of Nurse Practitioners- 2012- current
- Certified Wound Specialists, American Board of Wound Management - 2008 - current
- Registered Nurse - 2003 - current
Timeline
Chief Clinical Officer
Valley Wound Care Specialists
06.2024 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner, Certified Wound Specialist
Valley Wound Care Specialists
01.2012 - Current
Nursing Certified Specialist Manager
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
01.2010 - 12.2011
Nursing Certified Specialist
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2010
Nursing Certified Specialist
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
01.2008 - 01.2009
Wound Care Nursing Certified Specialist
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2008
Case Manager – Wound Care Clinic
National Healing Cooperation, Arizona Heart Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2006
Telemetry/Floor Nurse
Arizona Heart Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Family Nurse Practitioner, American Association of Nurse Practitioners- 2012- current
- Certified Wound Specialists, American Board of Wound Management - 2008 - current
- Registered Nurse - 2003 - current
Doctorate in Nursing Practice - Practice Improvement: “The Effectiveness of Multimedia Education to Improve Diabetic Foot Care Knowledge, Practice, and Wound Healing
Grand Canyon University
Masters - Nursing Science: Family Nurse Practitioner Evidence Based Project: “Management of Diabetic Foot Ulcers in Primary Care Setting”
University of Phoenix
Bachelors - Nursing Science Capstone: “Prevention of Pressure Ulcers in Acute Care” Dean’s List
Grand Canyon University
Associate - Nursing
Glendale Community College of Nursing
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