Meg Norsworthy
Murray,KY
Summary
Certified Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of experience in general neurology.
Skilled in family education and individualized case management for various types of general neurology conditions, including Botox treatment for migraines.
Cosmetic and medical neurotoxin treatment since 2020. Dermal filler injections have been available since 2021.
Sole propriator of Nors Botox and Aesthetics, LLC since 2021
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neurology Nurse Practitioner
Jennie Stuart Neurology
08.2023 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
- Assessed and diagnosed patients, determining appropriate treatment plans in a timely manner.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired results.
Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C
Murray Neurology & Sleep Medicine
03.2017 - 12.2022
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Advised caregivers and family members in providing emotional and psychological care to support patient needs.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
- Listened to patient concerns and detailed alternative therapies for treatment of migraines.
- Completed 7 years of clinical work in General Neurology
- Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms
- Provided medical care and services to 14-20 patients per day
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Chris King, Neurologist
06.2015 - 03.2017
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
- Advised caregivers and family members in providing emotional and psychological care to support patient needs.
- Provided neurological care for 16-25 patients per day.
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Murray Calloway Co. Hospital, Surgery
04.2011 - 11.2014
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to anticipate needs.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
RN Staff Nurse
Western Baptist Hospital
01.2010 - 04.2011
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
- Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
05.2006 - 06.2007
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological and plastic surgery procedures.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Implemented new training initiatives for surgical team members to align procedures with standards and best-in-class operational processes.
- Inventoried supplies for shoulder, knee and hip replacements.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mercy Health Hospital
06.2001 - 06.2005
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Implemented new training initiatives for surgical team members to align procedures with standards and best-in-class operational processes.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Baptist Health Paducah
06.2001 - 06.2005
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies and instruments.
Education
MSN - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2015
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Murray State University
Murray, KY12.2009
Vocational Degree - Surgical Technology
West Kentucky Community Technical Vocational College
Paducah, KY05.1996
High School Diploma -
Graves County High School
Mayfield, KY06.1993
Skills
- Knowledge of General Neurology and Sleep disorders
- Diagnose, manage, treat neurological disease
- Migraine management
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Diagnostic Interventions
- Medication Prescribing
- Behavior Modification
- Drug Regimen Counseling
- Individualized Care Plans
- Test Results Interpretation
- Compliance Reporting Expertise
- Health Needs Education
- Preventive Care
- Physical Examinations
- Diagnosis and Treatment
Certification
- Kentucky State Board Certified APRN: 3009519
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certified: F06151260
- Kentucky State Board of Registered Nurse: 1122777
References
- Melanie Bishop, office manager: 270-978-5855, melshorty87@gmail.com
- Dr. Chris King, neurologist: 818.337.1729, chrismkingmd@gmail.com
- Dr. Crizeldo Cariaso, neurologist: 412.478.8831, criscariaso@protonmail.com
- Dr. Hollis Clark, internal medicine: 270.293.0350, hollisclark@hotmail.com
- Charity Dunivant, RT/MA: 270.703.8371, cfreeman86@live.com
- Amanda Dunn, APRN: 270.227.5092, crjksr@gmail.com
- Debbie Wiles, APRN: 731.336.0005, dwdebbiewiles@gmail.com
Timeline
Neurology Nurse Practitioner
Jennie Stuart Neurology
08.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C
Murray Neurology & Sleep Medicine
03.2017 - 12.2022
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Chris King, Neurologist
06.2015 - 03.2017
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Murray Calloway Co. Hospital, Surgery
04.2011 - 11.2014
RN Staff Nurse
Western Baptist Hospital
01.2010 - 04.2011
Certified Surgical Technologist
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
05.2006 - 06.2007
Certified Surgical Technologist
Mercy Health Hospital
06.2001 - 06.2005
Certified Surgical Technologist
Baptist Health Paducah
06.2001 - 06.2005
MSN - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Murray State University
Vocational Degree - Surgical Technology
West Kentucky Community Technical Vocational College
High School Diploma -
Graves County High School
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