Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Complex Care Solutions, specializing in advanced assessment and interprofessional collaboration. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through evidence-based care and strong communication skills. Expertise in chronic disease management and patient education, promoting health and preventing disease.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FNP
Complex Care Solutions
Troy, OH
01.2021 - Current
Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement holistic care approaches for chronic disease management.
Advanced cultural competence within the practice environment through ongoing education efforts focused on diversity and inclusion.
Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Innovative Care Solutions/Pure Health
Dayton, OH
01.2010 - 01.2020
Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records and proper intervention and treatment.
Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients' unique needs.
Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students, fostering their clinical skills development in primary care settings.
Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement holistic care approaches for chronic disease management.
Advanced cultural competence within the practice environment through ongoing education efforts focused on diversity and inclusion.
Provided mental health support by assessing emotional well-being, offering counseling services, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
Contributed to staff professional growth by conducting training sessions on clinical best practices and new medical technologies.
Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care.
Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Aspire Health Partners
Dayton, OH
01.2017 - 03.2018
Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients' unique needs.
Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
Provided mental health support by assessing emotional well-being, offering counseling services, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Northeast Surgical Wound Care
Dayton, OH
11.2006 - 03.2010
Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students, fostering their clinical skills development in primary care settings.
Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Englewood Internal Medicine
Englewood, TN
09.2005 - 08.2006
Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
Provided mental health support by assessing emotional well-being, offering counseling services, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
Decreased hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up care coordination.
Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency in providing comprehensive care to patients.
Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capital University
Columbus, Ohio, OH
05-2001
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kettering College of Medical Arts
Kettering, OH
05-1993
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Skills
Advanced assessment and physical examination
Family-centered care
Interprofessional collaboration
Nutrition counseling
Acute care management
End-of-life care
Telehealth proficiency
Pharmacology expertise
Health promotion and disease prevention
Geriatric and chronic disease management
Diagnostic reasoning and test interpretation
Self-care strategies
Mental health support
Attention to detail in patient care
Patient education and healthcare training
Certified in CPR/AED and medication prescribing
Wound care and infection control
Electronic charting and lab evaluation
Patient care coordination and telemedicine appointments
Palliative care and medication dosage determination
Certification
• American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (ANCC) • DEA (Ohio) • CPR/BLS • Ohio • Florida • California • Pennsylvania