Lana Bliner MSN APRN FNP-C CNN-NP
Jacksonville,FL
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
Jacksonville, Florida
12.2024 - Current
- Deliver advanced care to patients with acute and chronic kidney disease, including management of hypertension, fluid/electrolyte imbalances, and diabetic nephropathy.
- Collaborate with nephrologists, nurses, dietitians, and social workers to develop individualized, evidence-based treatment strategies.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, order and interpret labs/imaging, and adjust medications and therapies accordingly.
- Provide patient and family education on disease progression, dietary restrictions, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
Nurse Practitioner (Part Time)
Prime Care Medical Group Internal Medicine Practic
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2009 - 12.2024
- Conducted comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests for effective treatment plan development.
- Delivered episodic and chronic care while educating patients on best practices and evidence-based approaches.
Senior Nurse Practitioner UPP Renal Division
UPMC
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2023 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care and management of kidney disease.
- Evaluated patient progress against treatment goals regularly, adjusting interventions accordingly to promote optimal outcomes.
Lead Advanced Practice Provider
PINE (Partner's In Nephrology And Endocrinology)
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2019 - 12.2023
- Launched and operated a new APP driven CKD clinic, improving access to specialized care.
- Rounded on patients with acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, electrolyte imbalance, and hypertension.
- Managed outpatient treatments, overseeing chronic conditions and assessing new diagnoses.
- Participated in interviewing and hiring of new APPs to strengthen the practice team.
- Directed education and mentoring initiatives for APPs to enhance clinical skills.
- Implemented comprehensive onboarding programs for all newly hired APPs.
- Designed training curriculum for medical assistants entering nephrology field.
- Developed innovative home initiative plan for CKD education aimed at hospitalized patients.
- Lead APP for the ESCO program.
- Responsible for yearly evaluations of 14 APPs.
- Lead scheduling, remediations, and disciplinary actions for 14 APPs.
CRNP
Pennsylvania Kidney Care
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Rounded on patients with End Stage Renal disease in the hemodialysis clinics and CKD patients in the office setting which includes.
- Managed ongoing chronic conditions as well as assessing, evaluating and treating new conditions.
- Lead ESCO nurse practitioners.
- Managed the staff for the ESCO initiative which included instruction on the program, coding, documenting and providing support to the team when needed.
CRNP
PINE (Partners In Nephrology And Endocrinology)
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2010 - 10.2017
- Rounded on patients with End Stage Renal disease in the hemodialysis clinics which includes managing ongoing chronic conditions as well as assessing, evaluating and treating new conditions.
CRNP
Walgreens Healthcare Clinic
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2012 - 12.2016
- Provided episodic and chronic care, screening, and education to patients using best practices and evidence based care.
Nursing Lab Assistant
University Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2008 - 05.2009
- Mentored new Nursing Lab Assistants, sharing expertise to enhance overall team performance and productivity.
- Promoted a positive work environment through active listening skills, constructive feedback, and open communication among colleagues in the nursing lab setting.
Education
Masters in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PABachelor of Science - Nursing
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PAAssociate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PACertification
- Pennsylvania CRNP Family Health SP010486
- Pennsylvania Registered Nurse RN 521504L
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification F0809270
- Certified Nephrology Nurse Practitioner
- ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Affiliations
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- National Kidney Foundation
Custom
2009- Manuscript publication, “Watchful Waiting A Viable Approach to Acute OtitisMedia”.nurse-practitioners.advanceweb.com/.../October-Volume-17-Number-10.aspx
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
12.2024 - Current
Senior Nurse Practitioner UPP Renal Division
UPMC
12.2023 - 11.2024
Lead Advanced Practice Provider
PINE (Partner's In Nephrology And Endocrinology)
12.2019 - 12.2023
CRNP
Pennsylvania Kidney Care
10.2017 - 12.2019
CRNP
Walgreens Healthcare Clinic
05.2012 - 12.2016
CRNP
PINE (Partners In Nephrology And Endocrinology)
06.2010 - 10.2017
Nurse Practitioner (Part Time)
Prime Care Medical Group Internal Medicine Practic
10.2009 - 12.2024
Nursing Lab Assistant
University Of Pittsburgh
05.2008 - 05.2009
Masters in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California University of Pennsylvania
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
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