Summary
Work History
Education
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Mary VanVonderen

Hayward ,WI

Summary

Nurse practitioner with a wealth of experience in the care of adults and children in both emergency/ urgent care situations as well as the outpatient clinic setting.

I expect to fully retire in the next few years but hope to use my skills on a part time or prn/as needed basis because I truly enjoy working in my community

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.

Work History

ER/URGENT CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER

HAYWARD AREA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
08.2018 - 01.2021


  • Urgent care provider in a critical access hospital, often caring for higher acuity emergency patients in times of high volume.
  • Able to keep the UC department running smoothly, consistently having the lowest provider door to discharge time with high patient satisfaction.
  • Managed patients with multiple chronic health conditions, acute episodes of care including mental health in a fast paced environment.
  • Liaised with physicians on discharge plans and created outpatient instructions for patients not admitted to hospital.
  • Familiar writing admission and transfer orders and assorted procedures.

ER/URGENT CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER

MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
08.2016 - 08.2018
  • Full time provider in a busy emergency/urgent care department.
  • Comfortable treating patients with all common urgent care concerns and serving as ER back up as needed.
  • Coordinated care for patient discharge or transfer, including assisting those in need of follow up appointments or help in accessing services.
  • Consulted with numerous departments and providers to coordinate patient care.
  • Employed strategies to promote health and safety.

Locum Nurse Practitioner

WAPITI MEDICAL STAFFING
07.2009 - 01.2018
  • Week end work with ER staffing agency, working as a second provider at HAMH during summer/ weekend periods of high census
  • Performed all assigned duties as a nurse practitioner
  • 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.

Nurse Practitioner

NorthLakes Community Clinic
05.2014 - 08.2016
  • Full time nurse practitioner in a busy health center.
  • Acute and primary care patients were seen
  • A mix of general office procedures-I&D, cyst removal, skin biopsy and women’s health were incorporated into the day.
  • Performed annual patient and pre operative physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.

ER Nurse Practitioner

St Mary’s Medical Center
07.2012 - 05.2014
  • Level II Emergency department of a regional health care center.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.

Nurse Practitioner

Marshfield Clinic
07.2008 - 05.2012
  • Nephrology department nurse practitioner, primarily cared for ESRD patients while on dialysis.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Managed medications and dosing for this patient population
  • Performed outpatient visits with new CKD patients
  • Consulted with physicians, pharmacy! Mental health as needed to support patient care goals and needs.
  • Adhered to hospital procedures, policies and protocols to support patient safety.

Education

Master of Arts - FNP

College of St Scholastica, Duluth, MN
05.2009

Master of Arts - Adult Nurse Practitioner

St Scholastica, Duluth, MN
05.2008

Master of Science - Nursing

Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI
05.2004

Associate of Science - Nursing

WITC, Ashland, WI
05.2002

Skills

  • Current ACLS, BLS, DEA, Current unrestricted RN and ARNP license in WI and Florida
  • Familiar with many EHR systems, including Epic
  • Professional and an independent provider, able to utilize resources and consult with MD and other providers to improve outcomes

Timeline

ER/URGENT CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER - HAYWARD AREA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
08.2018 - 01.2021
ER/URGENT CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER - MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
08.2016 - 08.2018
Nurse Practitioner - NorthLakes Community Clinic
05.2014 - 08.2016
ER Nurse Practitioner - St Mary’s Medical Center
07.2012 - 05.2014
Locum Nurse Practitioner - WAPITI MEDICAL STAFFING
07.2009 - 01.2018
Nurse Practitioner - Marshfield Clinic
07.2008 - 05.2012
College of St Scholastica - Master of Arts, FNP
St Scholastica - Master of Arts, Adult Nurse Practitioner
Viterbo University - Master of Science, Nursing
WITC - Associate of Science, Nursing

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