Laurene Donnelly
North,PA
Summary
Highly skilled Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in preventive care and patient education, demonstrated during tenure at SCI Fayette. Excelled in interprofessional collaboration and advanced physical examination, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Renowned for sound judgment and acute care expertise, adept at emergency responses, treatment, and medication prescribing. Proven track record in improving health promotion practices. Worked in multiple areas with extensive multiplindicinary skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NURSE PRACTITIONER
WELLPATH CONTRACTED TO SCI FAYETTE
05.2018 - 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.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
- 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.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Assessed and diagnosed patients, determining appropriate treatment plans in a timely manner.
- Mentored nursing staff to enhance their clinical knowledge, skills, and confidence in practice.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based protocols in chronic disease management.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
Nurse Practitioner
Edge Chiropractic
05.2015 - 06.2018
- 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.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment. DOT physicals
- Joint and Trigger point injections
Nurse Practitioner
Construction Medicomp
06.2017 - 01.2018
- 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.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment. DOT physicals.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Emergency care for injuries occurring on the construction site.
Nurse Practitioner
Contracted to Pace Industries
06.2016 - 05.2017
- 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.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Responded to Emergencies in the Plant
Registered Nurse
UPMC
06.2005 - 01.2011
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- All aspects of Emergency Nursing
- Worked in Dialysis, Apheresis, and IV Team.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA05-2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA05-2009
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
CCAC South
West Mifflin, PA05-1987
Skills
- Preventive care
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Differential diagnosis
- Patient examination
- Treatment plan development
- Lab result evaluation
- Advanced physical examination
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Emergency care
- Medication administration
- Sound judgment
- Acute care expertise
- Pediatric care
- Precepting
Certification
State of PA Paramedic/PHRN
ACLS Instructor
BLS Instructor
Timeline
NURSE PRACTITIONER
WELLPATH CONTRACTED TO SCI FAYETTE
05.2018 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Construction Medicomp
06.2017 - 01.2018
Nurse Practitioner
Contracted to Pace Industries
06.2016 - 05.2017
Nurse Practitioner
Edge Chiropractic
05.2015 - 06.2018
Registered Nurse
UPMC
06.2005 - 01.2011
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Carlow University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carlow University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
CCAC South
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