Martha McNab
Romeoville,IL
Summary
Qualified Nurse Practitioner with 6+ years of experience in a leadership nursing role. Adept at acute and chronic care management. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
VNA Healthcare
Bolingbrook, IL
11.2021 - Current
- Manage acute and chronic illnesses, conducting thorough assessments, ordered diagnostic tests, interpreted results, formulated diagnoses, prescribe medications, and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Streamlined clinic workflow by implementing efficient scheduling practices, prioritizing urgent cases, and delegating tasks to nursing staff as needed.
- Promote overall wellness by educating patients on disease prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, and self-care management techniques.
- Serve as a mentor for new nurse practitioners entering the field, offering guidance on best practices in primary care nursing while fostering professional growth among colleagues.
- Utilize evidence-based practice principles to guide clinical decision-making in the management of acute and chronic health conditions.
- Enhance patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive primary care services and addressing individual health concerns.
- Facilitate timely referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers based on the identified needs of patients during their primary care visits.
- Reduce hospital admissions through effective preventive care measures and early intervention strategies for at-risk patients.
- Increase access to primary care services for underserved populations by participating in community outreach initiatives and health fairs.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines by staying informed on changes within the field of primary care nursing.
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Primary Care Of Joliet
New Lenox, IL
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses within adolescent to geriatric population, according to best practice, at an inpatient behavioral health hospital, conducting thorough health history, assessment, and developing appropriate treatment plans.
- Coordinated with psychiatric team regarding medical concerns in order to provide holistic care and ensure patient healthcare needs were met.
- Ensured patients up to date on quality initiatives that included diabetic screenings, including vaccinations to promote best quality of life.
- Ordered and reviewed diagnostic testing, prescribed medications, managed anticoagulation, and educated patients.
Advanced Practice Nurse (Interventional Radiology)
Northwestern Medicine
Winfield, IL
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with a team of 8 physicians and 3 advanced practice providers to provide direct care to a diverse multigenerational patient population.
- Managed patients with acute and chronic comorbidities in an inpatient and outpatient setting.
- Provided patient education prior to procedures and coordinated early follow up appointments to reduce hospital readmission and decrease care costs for patients.
- Assisted with consultations and collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care.
- Carried IR phone and answered provider calls during work shift.
- Monitored patient progress and assisted with discharge planning.
- Provided care following wide range of procedures, managed drains, administered local anesthetic, and assisted with removing tunneled and non tunneled catheters.
Nurse Practitioner
Advance Health
Will County Illinois
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Performed in home health risk assessments, obtained comprehensive histories, and performed thorough physical exams to help close gaps in care and promote better health outcomes.
- Coordinate care with physicians in emergent situations to provide immediate care.
- Identified risk factors that lead to disability, provided referrals to social workers and case managers that established community aftercare planning, advocacy, and other support services.
- Reviewed patient medication regimens and provided education regarding medication effects that would improve patient overall health.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of St. Francis
Joliet, ILMaster of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner MSN-FNP
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL05.2017
Skills
- Family Medicine
- Medication Management
- Preventive Care
- Health Promotion
- Quality Improvement
- Diagnostic test ordering and evaluation
- Patient Education
- Prescription authority
Certification
- American Academy of Nurse Practicioners
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
VNA Healthcare
11.2021 - Current
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Primary Care Of Joliet
10.2019 - 11.2021
Advanced Practice Nurse (Interventional Radiology)
Northwestern Medicine
04.2018 - 10.2019
Nurse Practitioner
Advance Health
10.2017 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of St. Francis
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner MSN-FNP
University of St. Francis