LISA HARWARD
Clinton
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Optum Housecalls, excelling in comprehensive assessments and chronic disease management. Proven leader skilled in care coordination and patient education, leveraging strong clinical judgment to enhance patient outcomes. Proficient in electronic health records and telehealth, fostering effective communication within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Optum Housecalls
04.2021 - Current
- Perform in home visits with focus on complete history, medication review, ROS, closing Star gaps, providing member education, telehealth experience
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for patients in home settings.
- Educated patients and families on managing chronic conditions and medication use.
- Provided guidance on preventive health measures and wellness initiatives.
Nurse Practitioner
Tanner Clinic
Layton
01.2012 - 03.2020
- Conducted patient visits in Transitional Rehab Center, supporting Medical Director in facility operations.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Performed physical exams and evaluated lab tests to inform medication decisions and enhance patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient interactions and care plans.
- Performed endoscopy consults, pre-operative history and physicals, post-op visits assisting MD in general surgery specialty
- Conducted annual Medicare wellness visits to assess patient health
Transitional Rehab Unit Manager
Rocky Mountain Care Center
Clearfield
03.2010 - 01.2012
- Supervised RNs and LPNs in Rehab Unit, providing education and conducting disciplinary actions to enhance team performance and patient care.
- Collaborated with Interdisciplinary Team to ensure patients' goals were met, streamlining admissions and discharges.
- Facilitated care planning meetings with families and patients to address concerns and improve care outcomes.
Registered Nurse/ Assistant Director of Nursing
Rocky Mountain Care Center
Clearfield
05.2005 - 03.2010
- Supervised RNs, LPNs, and CNAs; provided education and implemented disciplinary actions to enhance team performance.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline patient transitions, ensuring continuity of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team, including physical and occupational therapies, to support patients in achieving goals and facilitate problem-solving for families and care providers.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Registered Nurse/ Director of Nursing
Rocky Mountain Care Center
Bountiful
05.2003 - 05.2005
- Supervised nursing staff, overseeing hiring, training, education, disciplinary actions, and scheduling to ensure a competent team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, enhancing patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives for better patient outcomes.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
- Managed budget in alignment with corporate administration guidelines to support operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation practices.
Registered Nurse
Rocky Mountain Care Center
Bountiful
11.2000 - 05.2003
- Direct patient care in skilled nursing facility
- Administered medications according to established protocols and individualized patient care plans, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families, enhancing understanding of care procedures and promoting well-being.
- Managed LPNs and CNAs to ensure quality patient care and compliance.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new nursing staff members.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Coordinated patient admission and discharge processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of related paperwork to facilitate smooth transitions.
Registered Nurse
Ogden Regional Medical Center
Ogden
09.1999 - 09.2001
- Direct patient care on Med/Surg/Oncology floors, inpatient rehab, float pool
- Administered medications according to established protocols, ensuring adherence to patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient conditions and needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and education, enhancing patient and family understanding of care processes.
- Documented patient progress notes in electronic medical record system, facilitating accurate communication among healthcare team.
Medical Laboratory Technician
McKay Dee Hospital
Ogden
08.1997 - 09.1999
- Conducted hematology, chemistry, microbiology lab tests to support accurate patient diagnosis in hospital medical laboratory
- Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy, sample collection, and sample preparation to enhance patient care in clinical settings.
- Executed quality control testing and maintained equipment to ensure reliable test results
- Reported and entered results in computer system
Medical Laboratory Technician
ARUP Laboratory
Salt Lake City
06.1997 - 09.1999
- Conducted laboratory tests on patient samples for accurate diagnosis.
- Conducted tests on blood and body tissues, prepared samples, and documented results in computer system to ensure accuracy
- Prepared and analyzed specimens using appropriate protocols and techniques.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and executed quality control testing to uphold standards of reliability
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah05-2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, Utah05-2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, Utah05-1999
Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Weber State University
Ogden, Utah05-1995
General Education - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Pennsylvania State University
Delaware County, Pennsylvania06-1989
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Medication management
- Care coordination
- Disease management
- Geriatric care
- Preventive care
- Lab result evaluation
- Electronic health records
- Telehealth proficiency
- Quality assurance
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
- Autonomous decision-making
- Excel proficiency
- Experienced leader
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- professional conduct
- Records review
- Preventive care
Certification
- AANC Board certified Gerontological Nurse Practitioner Certificate, 2009008681
- Utah State APRN license with full prescriptive authority, 373703-4405, 373703-8900
- BLS/CPR, National CPR Foundation, 78B123
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Optum Housecalls
04.2021 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Tanner Clinic
01.2012 - 03.2020
Transitional Rehab Unit Manager
Rocky Mountain Care Center
03.2010 - 01.2012
Registered Nurse/ Assistant Director of Nursing
Rocky Mountain Care Center
05.2005 - 03.2010
Registered Nurse/ Director of Nursing
Rocky Mountain Care Center
05.2003 - 05.2005
Registered Nurse
Rocky Mountain Care Center
11.2000 - 05.2003
Registered Nurse
Ogden Regional Medical Center
09.1999 - 09.2001
Medical Laboratory Technician
McKay Dee Hospital
08.1997 - 09.1999
Medical Laboratory Technician
ARUP Laboratory
06.1997 - 09.1999
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Utah
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Weber State University
General Education - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Pennsylvania State University