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Liesl M. Zylstra

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Dedicated, highly motivated, knowledgeable nurse practitioner with more than 32 years of service in health care. Long history of experience as a nurse practitioner in the primary care setting, including over 13 years at Health Services on Calvin's campus. Passionate about integrating faith into mentorship and instruction with students. Commitment to delivering effective instruction, evidence-based practice, and helping develop the best clinical experience for students. Focused on preparing each nursing student to integrate faith into their future vocation of nursing.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Nurse Practitioner

Health Services Calvin University
09.2010 - Current

Assess, diagnose, and treat routine/acute health problems.

Manage chronic/stable health problems, i.e. asthma, mental health.

Perform female and male physical exams.

Educate students about health problems with an emphasis on health promotion/maintenance and disease prevention.

Educate students about holistic care, i.e. physical, mental/emotional, spiritual and relational health.

Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.

Collaborate with other health care/support professionals on and off-campus.

Discuss student's care with parents as necessary.

Proficient in Medicat EHR and e-prescribing.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Thornapple Valley Family Health
02.1999 - 05.2018

Assess, diagnose and treat routine health problems.

Focus on well-care for adult women.

Manage chronic/stable health problems, i.e. diabetes, hypertension, COPD, depression, anxiety and asthma.

Provide primary care for newborn through geriatric clients with an emphasis on health promotion/maintenance and disease prevention.

Perform simple procedures, i.e. shave biopsy, wart treatments.

Perform complete history and physicals.

Proficient in Allscripts EHR and e-prescribing.

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Calvin College, Nursing Department
09.2012 - 05.2015

Lead and teach with integration of Reformed faith in the Community Based Nursing clinical in the Baxter-Madison neighborhood.

Manage clinical group dynamics effectively, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.

Facilitate skill development through hands-on clinical training, reinforcing theoretical knowledge with practical application.

Perform grading and evaluations for nursing students.

Develop relationships and collaborate with agencies in the community to enhance the clinical learning experience.

Maintain Calvin University's commitment to serving the neighborhoods of the Grand Rapids area.

Service award received from Hope Community.

Registered Nurse

Spectrum-Health Blodgett
06.1991 - 02.1999

Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Graduate Assistant

Michigan State University
11.1996 - 04.1997

Performed chart audits on cancer study patients at Spectrum Health-Butterworth and St. Mary's Hospitals.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05.1998

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Calvin College
Grand Rapids, MI
05.1991

Skills

  • Strong background and knowledge of nursing/medicine, pharmacology, diagnostic tools, medical terminology, and procedures in health care
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients, students and colleagues
  • Experience in teaching community based nursing within the framework of the Reformed tradition
  • Naturally collaborates with a variety of interdisciplinary professionals
  • Skilled at demonstrating procedures to new students and able to effectively coach program participants in all aspects of nursing
  • Proven history of integrity and discretion when working with sensitive information about students and patients
  • Integrate critical thinking skills in real life applications
  • Self-directed, organized, problem-solver
  • Proficient in physical assessments
  • Familiar with Calvin traditions, students, and campus resources

Timeline

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Calvin College, Nursing Department
09.2012 - 05.2015

Family Nurse Practitioner

Health Services Calvin University
09.2010 - Current

Family Nurse Practitioner

Thornapple Valley Family Health
02.1999 - 05.2018

Graduate Assistant

Michigan State University
11.1996 - 04.1997

Registered Nurse

Spectrum-Health Blodgett
06.1991 - 02.1999

Master of Science - Nursing

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Calvin College
Liesl M. Zylstra