Experienced healthcare professional with a strong foundation in delivering precise and compassionate patient care. Demonstrates expertise in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient education. Valued as a team player, known for seamless collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and adaptability to the ever-changing healthcare landscape. Proven ability to implement best practices, resulting in optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Optum United Health Group
Washington, Pierce County
10.2024 - Current
Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
Post acute Nurse Practitioner
Altea Healthcare
University Place, WA
11.2023 - Current
Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
Enhanced patient education on disease management and prevention, leading to noticeable decrease in readmission rates.
Coordinating daily administrative duties, including schedules, nursing assignments and patient care
Recording patients' medical records and monitoring vital signs
Supervising nursing staff and overseeing their needs
Oversee patient admissions, transfers and discharges
Mentor and train new staff while providing support and guidance to all staff members
Monitor medical charts and administer compassionate care and assistance to patients and families
Liaise with doctors and administrators and communicate any protocol changes to staff
Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations
Record and maintain accurate reports
Perform initial patient assessments and work with physicians to plan, implement, and evaluate plans of care for patients
Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic and physical medical charts
Observe patients and actualize nursing interventions to expedite healing and recovery after surgery
Utilize clinical expertise to remove sutures, administer medications and injections, administer IV therapy, test glucose levels
Perform venipuncture, and provide wound care
Educate patients and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment options, and disease process, and self-management
Provide comprehensive instruction on discharge plans to sustain continuity of care upon discharge and drive recovery goals
Precept student nurses and new hires on unit and hospital policies, clinical skills, and direct patient care
Clinical Supervisor
Aveanna Healthcare
Colorado Springs, CO
11.2018 - 09.2021
Assume responsibility in coordinating care to assigned clients, establishing a goal directed care plan from admission to discharge which includes a comprehensive ongoing assessment of clients' needs
Perform on site supervisory visits to assess client, family, environment, and clinical care givers and complete follow-up documentation
Ensure availability and proper operation of necessary equipment and supplies related to patient care
Provide direct client care as needed
Promote and manage expectations and satisfaction with internal and external customers
Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of nurse practice and nursing services, analyzing appropriate data and information to identify opportunities for collaboration with all stakeholders in order to improve services and patient outcomes
Provide nursing updates and obtain re-authorization for continued care
Provide ongoing supervision, orientation, training, education, and evaluation of clinical field staff
Identify professional practice standards within the organization and identify areas of strengths as well as areas for professional practice development
Contribute to nursing education and professional development of staff, students, and colleagues
Participate in employment decisions affecting nursing staff, including hiring and termination as appropriate
Maintain compliance in accordance with company policies and procedures, laws and regulations, and professional standards within the state of practice
Maintain a professional demeanor consistent with registered nurse standards of practice
Provide best practice in delivery of nursing care to the appropriate population and adhere to the standards of professional nursing practice
Base decisions and actions on ethical principles and foster a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory climate in which care is delivered in a manner sensitive to socio-cultural diversity
Participate in call for after hour's client care
Promote an environment of quality and safe client care through participation, development, and adherence to the QA plan and associated activities and metrics
Ability to assess clients and provide direct client care as needed
Employee of the month -2019, 2020
State audit and internal audit with 96% score for my patient visit
Home Health Nurse
Rocky Mountain PACE
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2017 - 09.2021
Responsible for providing skilled nursing care to participants, implementing primary care orders, assisting with meeting participant medical needs, developing appropriate care plans, and providing training
Responsible for providing participant, caregiver, and family education; and communicates participant's condition to primary care givers, physician, and multidisciplinary team
Performs general nursing care to participants
Performs or supervises the administration of prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards
Observes, records, and reports participant's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physician
Signs off on orders, orders medications from pharmacy, and disseminates orders and instructions to appropriate personnel
Implements the orders written by primary care and nursing orders when necessary
Instructs participants and family regarding medications and treatment instructions
Participates in administering participant and employee vaccinations and employee Tuberculosis (TB) testing
Will document and record appropriately
Assists in the treatment, examination, and healthcare needs of participants
Follows up on lab results as needed
Maintains communication regarding results with all facilities (e.g
Physician's office and pharmacy)
Maintains and reviews client records, charts, and other pertinent information
Ensures that all appointment summaries are received and communicated to staff, test results documented, and recommendations implemented
Sets up participants with medication self-administration procedure as assigned
Assist with daily appointments and emergencies
Assists in the maintenance of rooms for necessary supplies and materials
Ensures cleanliness
Orders supplies and materials as needed
Effectively communicates in interdisciplinary team meetings, clinic meetings or any other meetings as assigned
Schedules appointments and follow up appointments for participants
Follows up with hospital admissions and calling reports as assigned or requested
Ensures that medications for participants are verified to be correct upon arrival from pharmacy
Verifies that new monthly Medication Administration Record sheets are correct and checked against physician's orders
Completes nursing assessments on participants as necessary
Other duties as requested/assigned
ICU RN
Jennie Stuart Medical Center
Hopkinsville, KY
05.2017 - 12.2017
Responsible for maintaining care standards in the ICU department
Able to assess patients quickly, prioritize, and assist in minor procedures
Perform diagnostic tests
Conduct followup visits and patient treatment
Communicate with doctors and patients to keep everyone updated on test results and treatment recommendations
Monitoring patient recovery and care
Assist in the care of traumas, cardiac arrests, strokes, and other triage situations
Demonstration of sound decision-making in emergency scenarios based on patient conditions such as vital signs, patient presentation, and assessments
Provide RN care for all patients, as well as handling of intubations, defibrillations, auto transfusions, Medlock insertions, splinting, and more
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
04.2019
Associate in Science (AS) - Nursing
Hopkinsville Community College
Hopkinsville, KY
05.2017
Skills
Comprehensive Patient Assessment
Primary Care Expertise
Experience in Acute Care Settings
Experience with Chronic Disease Treatment
Preventive care
Patient Education
Health promotion
Interprofessional collaboration
Differential diagnosis
Awareness of Healthcare Compliance Guidelines
Effective Verbal and Written Communication
Commitment to Integrity
Positive Team Engagement
Positive attitude
Openness to Ongoing Professional Development
Willingness to continue gaining clinical experience
Certification
RN
DEA Certification
APRN
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Compact State Nurse License
CPR Certification
BLS Certification
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer