Hardworking Nurse Practitioner with 6 years of experience conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab testing and prescribing treatments or medications to address diverse conditions. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate pain and illness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Family Medical Clinic
Harrogate, TN
11.2017 - Current
Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals and gynecological examinations.
Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
Worked in women’s health services, including providing contraception, counseling on reproductive issues and assisting with family planning needs.
Examined wounds and repaired lacerations with bandaging, suturing and chemical applications such as liquid skin.
Provided patient education.
Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
Delivered in-home care to disabled children and adults.
Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
Registered Nurse
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
Knoxville, TN
05.2016 - 11.2017
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
Advocated for patients by communicating their care preferences to practitioners, ensuring interventions met their goals for treatment and identifying insurance coverage.
Registered Nurse
Tennova
Powell, TN
06.2015 - 10.2016
Promoted core measures in patient safety and satisfaction.
Managed the quality and delivery of care.
Provided comprehensive care to 8+ patients daily, managing all aspects of care from admission through to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health education and discharge planning.
Reviewed and interpreted telemetry readings.
Partnered with attending physicians, nurses, techs and nursing assistants to create and coordinate plans of care, including imaging, labs, surgery, intensive care and medications.
Registered Nurse
Smoky Mountain Home Health & Hospice Inc.
New Tazewell, TN
09.2015 - 08.2016
Completed head-to -toe physical assessments and interpreted diagnostic tests, leveraging information to facilitate care planning, implementation and management.
Collaborated with outside resources and agencies to provide patients with further treatment and recovery options.
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with a multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
Trained family members in how to care for patients and manage individual conditions.
Registered Nurse
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
Knoxville, TN
06.2014 - 06.2015
Educated patients about the use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
Developed healthcare plans for individuals and families.
Provided comprehensive care to 10+ patients daily, managing all aspects of care from admission through to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health education and discharge planning.
Cared for patients in a 40-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN
2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN
2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN
2014
Associate of Science - General Science
Walter State Community College
Morristown, TN
2012
Skills
Written communication
Diagnostic screenings
Preparing treatment plans
Analytical thinking
Data collection and management
Women's health exams
Patient evaluation
Strong clinical judgment
Certification
Current American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification F01181032
Registered Nurse in Tennessee, License number 200399, 2014