Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Affiliations
References
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Margaret Swanson, CRNP

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
850 Brandy Camp Road, Kersey,PA

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Matrix Home Health Care locums
St. Mary's, PA
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Performed physical exams and performing/ evaluating lab test in the home setting for Medicare Insured patients.
  • Educated patients on preventative health measures, lifestyle changes, and self-management techniques.
  • Counseled patients about emotional issues such as stress management or depression.
  • Maintained accurate medical records for each patient visit according to established standards and policies.
  • Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.

CRNP

Core Psychiatric and Psychological services
DuBois, PA
08.2023 - 09.2023
  • Assessed patients' mental health, physical health, and family dynamics by conducting interviews and psychological tests.
  • Developed treatment plans for individuals with personality disorders, anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues.
  • Conducted psychotherapy sessions with individual patients and families.
  • Maintained patient records in accordance with HIPPA regulations.
  • Collaborated with social workers, psychologists, and medical personnel to coordinate care for patients.
  • Evaluated patient responses to treatments such as medication changes or dosage adjustments.

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Wellnow Acute Care Clinic
DuBois, PA
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures and bandages.
  • Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
  • Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
  • Operated in dual capacity, serving as clinician and manager of medical services.

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

NuMedx Interventional Health Care
Punxsutawney, PA
04.2022 - 11.2022
  • 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.
  • Maintain patient records and verified patient privacy and clinical compliance to minimize data breaches.

Nurse Practitioner

Med Express Acute Care -clinic closed
DuBois, PA
04.2020 - 05.2022
  • Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
  • Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Operated in dual capacity, serving as clinician and manager of medical services.
  • Provided wound repair by suturing, Dermabond adhesive and other appropriate methods of care.

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Penn Highlands Acute Care Clinics
DuBois, PA
10.2011 - 05.2020
  • Worked in an acute care walk in clinic for 8 years as the lone provider with 1-2 ancillary staff.
  • Managed treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services.
  • Performed laceration repair, trigger point injections, and certain joint injections.
  • Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
  • Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
  • Oversaw compliance with state laws, regulatory requirements, and guidelines necessary for clinic operations.

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Cameron County Health Care Clinic
Emporium, PA
03.2001 - 10.2011
  • Diagnosed and treated patients with MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.
  • Instructed and counseled patients to comply with prescribed medical or physical regimens, medications, health maintenance and addiction treatment.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
  • Assessed historical medical information and recent symptoms.
  • Analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses or diseases.

Education

Master's of Science in Nursing

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Cum Laude

Graceland College
Lamoni, IA

Diploma - Registered Nurse

Mercy Hospital School of Nursing
Altoona, PA.

Skills

  • Patient-centered care
  • Physical Assessment
  • Problem resolution ability
  • People skills
  • Sound decision making
  • Team Player
  • Laceration repair
  • Geriatric Care
  • Medication Prescribing

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.

Certification

  • Basic Life Support
  • Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration DOT certified
  • Certified Colposcopist

Affiliations

  • Active in agricultural related activities like Elk County Fair, Farmer's Association and our own dairy farm.
  • Belong to Tri County NP association, Pennsylvania Coalition of Nurse Practitioners, ANCC.
  • Active in Cursillio movement and church.

References

References available upon request.

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