Lynn Dicus
Paris,TN
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 28 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of electronic medical records and Greenway EHR program.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Paris Henry County Clinic
11.1999 - 06.2021
- 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.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- 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.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students, fostering their clinical skills development in primary care settings.
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Advanced cultural competence within the practice environment through ongoing education efforts focused on diversity and inclusion.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
Womens Health Nurse Practitioner
TN Department Of Health
02.1984 - 11.1999
- Educated women on perimenopause, explaining symptoms, bodily changes and physical limitations.
- Treated and prescribed medication to women dealing with yeast infections and urinary tract infections.
- Counseled women and gave referrals to specialists for women diagnosed or at risk for breast cancer.
- Administered prenatal and postnatal care for mothers to include vitamin regimens, postnatal pain management, breastfeeding coaching and hormone imbalances.
- Performed annual exams examining patients for medical conditions involving age, menstruation, pregnancy and sexual health.
- Educated and recommended birth control options to patients and educated on associated health risks.
- Counseled women with minor health issues such as acne, weight problems, hair loss and digestive issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
Registered Nurse
Tri-County Home Health
02.1982 - 02.1984
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse
Camden General Hospital
06.1976 - 02.1982
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Murray State University
Murray, KY12.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Union University
Jackson, TN06.1993
Certificate - Gynecology/Obstetric Nurse Practitioner
Emory University
Atlanta, GA06.1993
Skills
- Patient Education
- Physical Assessments
- Clinical Care Standards
- Laboratory Testing
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Preventive Care
- Excellent Oral Communication
- Medical Charting
Certification
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner through ANA, License current in TN for Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Paris Henry County Clinic
11.1999 - 06.2021
Womens Health Nurse Practitioner
TN Department Of Health
02.1984 - 11.1999
Registered Nurse
Tri-County Home Health
02.1982 - 02.1984
Registered Nurse
Camden General Hospital
06.1976 - 02.1982
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Murray State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Union University
Certificate - Gynecology/Obstetric Nurse Practitioner
Emory University
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