Traveling the world and photography
Leoa Sanders
FNP-C
Summary
Hardworking Nurse Practitioner with 26 years of experience conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab testing and prescribing treatments or medications to address diverse conditions. Volunteered on Medical missions to Nicaragua, Guatemala and Mexico to provide care to underserved population with limited resources. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate pain and illness. The last year has been traveling to remote areas only accessible by plane as a solo provider, such as Alaskan interior bush village, the Aleutian Islands, Montana and Wyoming, while working in the emergency department in between travel assignments. Knowledgeable using different EMR's such as Meditech, Cerner, Firstnet and Athena. I currently hold Advanced Practiced License in : Texas, North Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, and Alaska.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
41
41
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Advanced Family Nurse Practitioner
Wilderness Medical Staffing
Spokane , WA
2022.05 - Current
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits through positive reinforcement and support.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Multiple rural assignments in remote area with limited resources and transfer capabilities as solo provider with limited support staff.
- List of dates of assignments provided upon request.
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
US Acute Care Solutions
Austin , TX
2015.11 - Current
- Lead Advanced Practice Provider 2-2020 - 12-2021 during COVID pandemic.
- Assisted with education of Emergency Medicine residents.
- Worked in multiple roles which included: Provider in Triage, Fast Tract and the Main Emergency Department.
- Reviewed test results and information gleaned during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses or conditions.
- Managed team of medical support personnel and collaborated with internal departments to resolve issues and improve services.
- Coordinated patient care integral part of interdisciplinary team. Participate in role out of Opioid Use Disorder program in the ED.
- Reviewed medical histories and current complaints.
- Assessed diagnostic radiology films.
- Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care for consistency in the Provider in Triage role.
- Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Envision
Arlington , TX
1998.08 - 2017.06
- Worked in the Fast Track area as well as in the Main ED alongside BC- Emergency Physicians
- Facilitated ongoing assessment of patient and family needs and implemented interdisciplinary team care plan.
- Reviewed test results and information gleaned during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses or conditions.
- Managed team of medical support personnel and collaborated with internal departments to resolve issues and improve services.
- Oversaw overall primary care, quality assurance and HIPAA compliance.
- Reviewed medical histories and current complaints.
- Average patient per hour 2.5.
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Marshall Regional Rural Health Clinic
Marshall , TX
1997.05 - 1998.07
- Facilitated ongoing assessment of patient and family needs and implemented interdisciplinary team care plan.
- Reviewed test results and information gleaned during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses or conditions.
- Oversaw overall primary care, quality assurance and HIPAA compliance.
- Assessed diagnostic radiology films.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX 1985.01 - 2023.12
Master of Science - Nursing Practice And Education
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX 1995.01 - 1997.05
Skills
Diagnostic screenings
undefinedAffiliations
American Association of Emergency Nurse Practitioners
Certification
American Nurses Credentialing Center
Interests
Timeline
AHA BLS
2022-11
AHA PALS
2022-11
AHA ACLS
2022-11
Advanced Family Nurse Practitioner
Wilderness Medical Staffing
2022.05 - Current
ACS ATLS
2021-09
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
US Acute Care Solutions
2015.11 - Current
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Envision
1998.08 - 2017.06
American Nurses Credentialing Center
1997-10
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Marshall Regional Rural Health Clinic
1997.05 - 1998.07
Master of Science - Nursing Practice And Education
The University of Texas At Arlington
1995.01 - 1997.05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Woman's University
1985.01 - 2023.12
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