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Lori Wenner

Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dedicated Healthcare professional offering 29 years of facilitating top-quality patient care to individuals and families. Skilled in conducting physical examinations, reviewing medical histories and coordinating referrals for specialist care. Experienced, board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner licensed in state of GA. Adept at diagnosing and treating acute and chronic health issues to all age groups. 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. Focused on helping all patients manage issues and improve health. Open and caring healthcare team member with advanced understanding of Woman's health issues, Pediatric and young adult growth and development and Gynecological health and care.

Educational guidance with infectious disease issues, immunizations and college aged physicals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

Buford Medical Clinic
Buford, GA
07.2003 - 12.2021
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • 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.
  • Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
  • Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
  • Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
  • Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.
  • Examined wounds and treated lacerations with bandaging, suturing and topical medications.
  • Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
  • Worked in women's health services providing counseling on reproductive issues and assisting with family planning needs.
  • Used eclinical to create detailed patient reports on patient's condition status and treatments received.
  • Assessed, evaluated and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
  • Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
  • Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
  • Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.

Registered Nurse

Shadyside Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
01.1989 - 01.1992

Medical Surgical Staff Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse

American Nursing Resources
Buffalo, NY
11.1988 - 02.1989

Per Diem LPN in Skilled Nursing Centers

Nursing Assistant

St Joseph Hospital
Buffalo, NY
08.1984 - 11.1988

Float staff to all floors and departments in hospital

Education

No Degree - Biology

State University of New York At Geneseo
Geneseo, New York

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
12.1992

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

State University of New York At Buffalo
Buffalo, New York
12.1988

Skills

  • Behavior Modification
  • Medication Prescribing
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Lab Result Evaluation
  • Diagnostic Interventions
  • HIPAA Guidelines
  • Electronic Health Records Systems
  • Physical Examinations
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Support Staff Supervision
  • Safety Measures
  • Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Drug Regimen Counseling
  • Diagnostic Test Ordering
  • Standards of Care
  • Patient Records Maintenance
  • Disease Prevention Education
  • Patient Health Information Access
  • Test Results Interpretation
  • Punch Biopsies
  • Specialist Referrals
  • Health Care Evaluation
  • Ensuring Patients Comfort
  • Reproductive Health
  • Pharmacologic Intervention
  • Primary Care
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Health Promotion
  • Family Health
  • Diagnostic Screenings
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Health and Wellness Education
  • Preventive Care
  • Breast Examinations and Education
  • Patient Follow-Up
  • Pelvic Exams
  • Patient Safety
  • Vital Signs Measurement
  • Geriatric Treatment
  • Answering Questions
  • Upper Respiratory Infection
  • Diagnosing Illnesses
  • Medical Screening
  • Wound Care
  • Medical History Review
  • Hospice Education
  • Chronic Illness Management
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Contraception Methods
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Patient Medical Histories
  • Telemedicine Appointments
  • Therapeutic Measures
  • Diabetes and Nutrition Treatments
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • Disease Processes

Timeline

Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

Buford Medical Clinic
07.2003 - 12.2021

Registered Nurse

Shadyside Hospital
01.1989 - 01.1992

Licensed Practical Nurse

American Nursing Resources
11.1988 - 02.1989

Nursing Assistant

St Joseph Hospital
08.1984 - 11.1988

No Degree - Biology

State University of New York At Geneseo

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of Pittsburgh

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

State University of New York At Buffalo
Lori WennerCertified Family Nurse Practitioner