Lauren C. Derrick
Syracuse,NY
Summary
- Presented "Identifying Cardiovascular Risk Factors" in May 2009 for the Annual Teaching Day Conference in Syracuse, NY
- Conducted a research thesis in 1995-96 in the medical-surgical ICU, entitled, "Altering the Timing of Orientation Information for Family Members and Its Effect on Anxiety Scores"
- Presented "Care of the Trauma Patient" and "Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome" to nursing clinical staff in 1995 and 1996, Syracuse NY
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
CV Group Of Syracuse/Upstate Cardiology
09.2004 - Current
- Assess and diagnose patients, determining appropriate treatment plans in a timely manner.
- Educate patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Serve as preceptor and mentor for APP's new to the practice and for student nurses that are seeking clinical experience for advanced education.
- Lead APP for practice. Role includes professional development, clinical oversight and supervisory duties.
Nurse Practitioner
Onondaga Hill Cardiovascular Group
05.1998 - 08.2004
- Evaluation and treatment of complex patients in a private cardiology office practice.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions similar to current practice above.
Nurse Practitioner
SUNY Health Science Center
07.1996 - 05.1998
- Evaluation and treatment of general surgical patients in the hospital and outpatient surgical clinic setting.
- Served as liaison between the surgical team and nursing staff in the evaluation, planning and implementation of treatment for patient care.
Registered Nurse
SUNY Health Science Center
05.1992 - 07.1996
- Performed in the role of bedside nurse and charge nurse in the care of critically ill patients that required complex medical and post surgical care.
- Served on a unit-based educational committee and organized continuing education programs monthly to promote the educational growth and development of nursing staff.
Traveling Registered Nurse
Traveling Nurse Agency
09.1990 - 04.1992
- Contracted with several hospitals in the United States via traveling nurse agencies for 3-4 month assignments, serving as a staff member in various Medical-Surgical clinical settings.
Registered Nurse
Crouse Irving-Memorial Hospital
08.1989 - 08.1990
- Bedside nurse for patients requiring complex neurological and post neurosurgical care.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
SUNY Health Science Center
Syracuse, NY05.1996
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
SUNY Binghamton
Binghamton, NY05.1989
Skills
- Coalition of Nurse Practitioners-Syracuse and NYS Chapter, current
- American Nurses Association, current
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, current
Certification
- Nurse Practitioner Certification, American Nurses Credentialing Center, 1996-present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association, current
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, current
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
CV Group Of Syracuse/Upstate Cardiology
09.2004 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Onondaga Hill Cardiovascular Group
05.1998 - 08.2004
Nurse Practitioner
SUNY Health Science Center
07.1996 - 05.1998
Registered Nurse
SUNY Health Science Center
05.1992 - 07.1996
Traveling Registered Nurse
Traveling Nurse Agency
09.1990 - 04.1992
Registered Nurse
Crouse Irving-Memorial Hospital
08.1989 - 08.1990
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
SUNY Health Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
SUNY Binghamton
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