Traveling, Health and Fitness, Women's Health, Functional/Holistic Medicine, Primary Care, Urgent Care, Hormone/Menopause Health, Exercise, Running, Self Care/Relaxation
KRISTY GRAINGER
Fitchburg,MA
Work Preference
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive expertise in patient assessment and chronic disease management. Demonstrated success in educating patients on health promotion and coordinating comprehensive care. Proficient in electronic medical records and committed to delivering high-quality preventive services that improve patient outcomes. Strong clinical skills in conducting age-appropriate examinations, ordering labs, and prescribing interventions for acute and chronic conditions.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Heywood Medical Group
Winchendon, MA
01.2020 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for diverse patient populations.
- Developed and implemented tailored care plans for chronic illness management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance coordinated patient care.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention and health maintenance strategies.
- Diagnosed and treated acute and chronic medical conditions effectively.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for precise patient documentation.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as required.
- Provided mentorship to nursing staff during clinical procedures.
Occupational Health Nurse
Heywood Hospital
Winchendon, MA
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments in diverse workplace settings to ensure safety compliance.
- Monitored occupational health regulations, ensuring adherence and preventing workplace incidents.
- Delivered first aid and emergency responses during critical workplace situations.
- Engaged in outreach activities to promote awareness of available health resources.
- Educated staff on safety protocols to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses.
- Developed educational materials for staff training programs, enhancing knowledge retention.
- Coordinated return-to-work programs, creating tailored plans for injured employees.
- Maintained accurate employee health records while ensuring confidentiality standards.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Heywood Hospital
Gardner, Massachusetts
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions during labor and delivery.
- Assisted in safe and comfortable delivery processes for mothers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create personalized birth plans.
- Educated patients on prenatal care and post-delivery recovery practices.
- Administered medications and managed pain during labor effectively.
- Provided guidance on breastfeeding techniques and newborn care for new parents.
- Participated in training sessions to refine labor support skills.
- Conducted postpartum evaluations to ensure health of mother and baby.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
UMass Memorial Health Care
Leominster, Massachusetts
06.2008 - 01.2018
- Monitored patient vitals in cardiac progressive care unit to ensure safety.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create and evaluate patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on cardiac health management and recovery strategies.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions and documented progress accurately.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
- Maintained accurate medical records using electronic medical record software.
- Facilitated case reviews with interdisciplinary team members to optimize care delivery.
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts
Leicester, Massachusetts
08.2006 - 07.2008
- Administered medications and therapies as prescribed, ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, responding promptly to changes in conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans and care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on chronic disease management and discharge instructions.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records to maintain data integrity.
- Provided emotional support to patients during recovery from acute and chronic illnesses.
- Conducted thorough assessments of physical and mental health to identify needs and complications.
- Facilitated communication among healthcare providers to ensure coordinated patient care.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP - BC)
Simmons University
05-2020
Associate Degree - Registered Nursing
Mount Wachusett Community College
05.2006
Skills
- Patient assessment and care coordination
- Health education and preventive services
- Electronic medical records management
- Chronic disease management strategies
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Laboratory result interpretation
- Patient communication and education
- Clinical documentation practices
- Immunization administration
- Acute care management
- Physical assessments and evaluations
- Healthcare management principles
- Telehealth service delivery
- End-of-life care planning
- Diagnostic screenings and testing
- Treatment plan development and preparation
- Family education initiatives
- Medication prescribing and administration
- Pediatric healthcare services
- Quality improvement processes
- Substance abuse treatment approaches
- Clinical decision-making skills
- HIPAA compliance knowledge
- Women's health services and resources
- Hospice care support
Certification
American Nursing Credentialing Center, ANCC - FNP, Massachusetts (2020- present)
Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration/ DEA License (2020- present)
Registered Nurse, Massachusetts (2006 - present)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (2006- Present)
Basic Life Support (BLS) (2006-present)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
Quote
Do not go where the path may lead, go where there is no path and leave a trail.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Timeline
Occupational Health Nurse
Heywood Hospital
07.2020 - 12.2020
Family Nurse Practitioner
Heywood Medical Group
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Heywood Hospital
01.2018 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
UMass Memorial Health Care
06.2008 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts
08.2006 - 07.2008
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP - BC)
Simmons University
Associate Degree - Registered Nursing
Mount Wachusett Community College