Margaret Swanson
Nurse Practitioner
Kersey,PA
Summary
Board Certified, seasoned Nurse Practitioner with expertise in Acute Care Walk In services, Family Medicine, DOT medically certified for truck driver physicals- successful in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health conditions. Self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and management skills. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
CSI Houtzdale Maximum Security Prison
Houtzdale , PA
2024.05 - 2024.07
- Observed strict safety regulations for the wellbeing of prisoners and staff.
- Monitored prisoner condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Matrix Home Health Medicare Exams locums
St. Marys , PA
2024 - 2024
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
- Listened to patient concerns and detailed alternative therapies for treatment of health conditions.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Core Psychiatric and Psychological Services
DuBois , PA
2023.Jun - 2023.Sep
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Wellnow Acute Care Clinic
Kersey , PA
2022.11 - 2023.06
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures and bandages.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
NuMedx Interventional Health Care
Punxsutawney , PA
2022.04 - 2022.11
- Work in a progressive Interventional Medical Practice with a Doctor of Chiropractic doing manipulation, another NP who does joint injections with stem cell product, and 2 passive therapists doing laser, photobiomodulation and electrical stimulation therapy.
- Work with and supervise active and passive therapy staff with 2 certified Personal Trainers who do traction therapy, ultrasound and active therapies for strengthening and stretching.
- Do Physical Performance testing, Range of Motion computer testing, and assess the need for change in therapies or plan of care.
- Do Trigger point injections, blood draws, IV's. Can perform passive therapies as needed.
- Operated in dual a capacity, serving as clinician and manager of therapeutic treatment services.
- Treated 40 acute care patients per shift by handling medication, wound care and triage.
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Med Express Acute Care Clinic
DuBois , PA
2020.04 - 2022.01
- Responsible for oversight of lab draws, Occupational Medicine, drug and alcohol testing and vaccine administration.
- Supervised 6 other employees and led the management of 6 to 8 patients at a time being treated for critical emergent care as well as routine physicals, illness, and injury.
- Worked through 2 years of intense Covid patient testing and treatment.Assessed patients by performing thorough examinations and diagnosed with various medical conditions.
- Assessed and treated an average of 50+ patients per shift.Triaged patients and provided medical care for basic and advanced needs, including laceration repair, cast application, .
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Penn Highlands Acute Care Clinics
DuBois , PA
2011.10 - 2020.05
- Worked in an acute care walk in clinic for 8 years as the lone provider with 1-2 ancillary staff.
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services.
- Performed laceration repair, trigger point injections, and certain joint injections.
- Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Cameron County Health Care Clinic
Emporium , PA
2001.03 - 2011.10
- Diagnosed and treated patients with MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.
- Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
- Offered preventive services such as well-child, adult and gynecological examinations, as well as performing pap smears, and colposcopy when necessary.
- Checked and repaired wounds with techniques such as liquid skin, staples, sutures and bandages.
Education
Master's of Science in Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Cum Laude
Graceland College
Lamoni, IA05.1995
Diploma - Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital School of Nursing
Altoona, PA.05.1973
Skills
- Good work ethic
- Problem resolution ability
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Sound decision making
- Team Player
- Laceration repair
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Received the Centennial Award in Nursing Excellence in honor of 100 years of Nursing Excellence.
- Recognized as Employee of the Month for outstanding performance and team contributions at Penn Highlands Healthcare.
- Established and taught a Smoking Cessation class for 3 years, with a 21% quit rate of 1 year or more.
Affiliations
Tri County Regional Nurse Practitioner
Treasurer
Pennsylvania Coalition of Nurse Practitioners
American Nurses Credentialing center
Curculio #260 DE COLORES
Elk County Fair
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Pennsylvania Farmer's Association
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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evening
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Work Type
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Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
CSI Houtzdale Maximum Security Prison
2024.05 - 2024.07
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Matrix Home Health Medicare Exams locums
2024 - 2024
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Core Psychiatric and Psychological Services
2023.Jun - 2023.Sep
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Wellnow Acute Care Clinic
2022.11 - 2023.06
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
NuMedx Interventional Health Care
2022.04 - 2022.11
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Med Express Acute Care Clinic
2020.04 - 2022.01
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Penn Highlands Acute Care Clinics
2011.10 - 2020.05
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Cameron County Health Care Clinic
2001.03 - 2011.10
Master's of Science in Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Cum Laude
Graceland College
Diploma - Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital School of Nursing
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