Lisa Dugas
Flat Rock,MI
Summary
Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner with 16 years of experience in a professional nursing role. Adept at primary care and geriatric medicine with training in patient and staff education and leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with exceptional communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care. Contributes to revenue generation and increase in business through excellent care and support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Nurse Practitioner
David Schwartzenfeld, DO
Rochester Hills, MI
06.2020 - Current
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, dementia and renal conditions.
- Examined wounds and treated lacerations with bandaging, suturing and topical medications.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer and other diseases.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Provided information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Traveled by car to visit average of 5 patients each day to perform initial visits and physical examinations.
- Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Formulated lists of current and past medical conditions.
- Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions, including diabetes and heart disease.
- Advised caregivers and family members in providing emotional and psychological care to support patient needs.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including physicians, case managers and social workers.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL12.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wayne County Community College District
Detroit, MI05.2000
Skills
- Patient education
- Adult health management
- Lab result evaluation
- Precepting
- Acute and chronic conditions
- Effective written and verbal communication
- End-Of-Life Care
- Palliative care
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- American Nurse Credentialing Center - Adult Nurse Practitioner
- End-of-Life Education Consortium - Train the Trainer
Timeline
Adult Nurse Practitioner
David Schwartzenfeld, DO
06.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Alabama
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wayne County Community College District