Merry Perry
Lynn
POOLER,GA
Summary
Qualified Nurse Practitioner with 18 years of experience in a leadership nursing role. Adept at critical care and management with training in patient education and leadership. 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. Highly qualified and board certified Advanced Nurse Practitioner driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Advanced Practitioner position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Curtis V. Cooper Primary Care Inc
06.2008 - Current
- Participated in community health committees or working groups to promote quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Evaluated patients vitals, and attained key case information.
University Instructor
South University
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Facilitated mock job interviews for student skill-building and promoted potential networking opportunities.
- Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Identified research opportunities for students, assisting with gathering data and drawing conclusions for projects.
- Supported multidisciplinary research teams focused on scholarly publication.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
Clinical Manager
United Therapy Inc.
06.2006 - 05.2008
- Provide ongoing case management to patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Promoted high morale and staff retention through dynamic communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of positive work environment.
- Worked with nurse manager to develop nursing staff through education, evaluation, performance management, and competency improvement.
- Managed daily operations of 400-person clinic supporting approximately [100} patients per week.
- Maintained clinic's records and files, utilizing proper techniques to keep patient data confidential.
- Handled job duties for staff members which were unavailable or out of office.
- Facilitate hiring of qualified clinical and nonclinical personnel by interview applicants and making recommendations for employment.
- Implemented ongoing learning strategies such as tutorials, instructional modules, and supervised hands-on sessions to help nurses and staff improve understanding of medical equipment and care best practices.
- Oversaw overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
- Delivered effective onboarding and training to new and existing employees and cross-trained staff members in other job roles to maximize coverage.
- Developed and adjusted work schedules for staff.
- Delegated tasks to staff members, monitored completion of all duties and provided support to enhance performance.
- Selected, promoted and terminated staff members.
- Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
- Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
- Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
- Communicated with patients, asked appropriate questions, and employed active listening to determine best care.
- Created work schedules for [20] employees and oversaw functioning of billing department.
- Monitored all phone calls and scheduled appointments.
- Reviewed operational policies and recommended solutions and change to medical director.
- Managed employees with various personalities and from different cultures for physician practice.
- Reviewed financial resources and prepared reports showing resource allocations.
- Identified nurses' and staff training needs and devised training programs to close gaps.
- Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Participated in nursing research and evidence-based clinical audits and leveraged data to improve research-based methodologies within clinical areas.
Health Education Coordinator
Union Mission Inc.
08.1999 - 05.2005
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Maintained accurate and complete records to document program activities and outcomes.
- Complied with legal and ethical standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Monitored and evaluated health education programs to verify quality and efficacy.
- Collaborated with other health professionals to provide comprehensive health education services.
- Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies.
- Developed and distributed health education materials to increase awareness and understanding.
- Developed and implemented health education strategies to reach target audiences.
- Built partnerships with community organizations to expand reach and impact.
- Created and implemented budget and resource allocation plans to achieve cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to evaluate community health needs.
- Conducted research to stay up-to-date on health trends and health-related issues.
- Developed and implemented health education programs to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent chronic diseases.
- Assessed success of health education programs through surveys and data collection.
- Established and updated objectives and tools for overall program and each department to enhance operations.
- Planned, administered and controlled budgets and produced financial reports.
- Monitored overhead, prepared budgets and directed spending and resources to support fiscal efficiency.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
- Implemented program-level departmental policies and procedures and managed budgets to support educational program and curriculum.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
Team Leader Manager
Care One Home Health
01.1995 - 09.1999
- Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
- Identified and corrected deficient performance and behaviors to achieve maximum productivity.
- Resolved customer service issues by finding immediate solutions, increasing customer confidence, and decreasing escalations to executive office.
- Administered monthly and annual reviews to direct reports and set clear and measurable goals, action plans, and follow-up procedures.
- Facilitated meetings to communicate team performance goals and results.
- Established and maintained performance, quality and service standards for professional customer care.
- Delivered regular team meetings for aligned work towards common goals.
- Recruited and trained high-performing team members, maintaining optimized customer service.
- Cultivated positive, productive team environments, resolving conflicts quickly.
- Developed performance measurement strategies, identifying areas for improvement.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained team members, increasing quality of work and employee motivation.
- Aligned team goals and objectives with organizational strategy, aiding business growth.
- Coordinated team collaboration to share ideas and build best practices.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Education
DNP - Nursing Practice
Troy University
Troy, AL 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
Armstrong State University / Georgia Southern
Savannah, GA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Armstrong State University / Georgia Southern
Savannah, GA 05.2001 -
Skills
Patient Education
Immunization Administration
Health Promotion
Chronic Disease Management
Vital Signs Monitoring
Diagnostic Test Evaluation
Quality Improvement
Medication Management
Treatment Plan Modification
Geriatric Care
Mental Health Care
Preventive Care
Support Staff Supervision
HIPAA Guidelines
Diagnostic Interventions
Infection Control
Health Care Evaluation
Diagnostic Tests Ordering
Patient Records Maintenance
Disease Prevention Education
Work Planning and Prioritization
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Medication Dosage Determination
Medication Prescribing
Specialist Referrals
Care Staff Supervision
Drug Regimen Counseling
Test Result Interpretation
Wound Care
Medical Imaging
Acute Health Problems
Telemedicine Appointments
Chronic Health Problems
Diagnostic Screenings
Primary Care
Postpartum Care
Medical Screening
Medication Education
Clinical Care Standards
Outpatient Care
Patient Care Coordination
Treatment Planning
Patient Observation
Patient Rapport
Geriatric Treatment
Health Needs Education
Cardiac Care
Healthcare Education
Medical History Review
Medication Prescription
Family Planning
Compliance Reporting Expert
Patient Rights
Lab Result Evaluation
Diagnostic Test Interpretation
Patient Advocacy
Medical Issues Management
Women's Health Exams
Electronic Charting
HIPAA Education
Decision-Making
Patient Safety
Patient Assessment
Diabetes and Nutrition Treatments
Administering Medication
Certification
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Timeline
National Registry of DOT Examiners (DOT Examiner)
01-2028
American Academy of HIV Specialist
08-2026
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
06-2026
Georgia Board of Nursing
01-2026
Cardiopulmonary Life Support Certification
06-2025
University Instructor
South University
01.2019 - 09.2021
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Curtis V. Cooper Primary Care Inc
06.2008 - Current
Clinical Manager
United Therapy Inc.
06.2006 - 05.2008
DNP - Nursing Practice
Troy University
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
Armstrong State University / Georgia Southern
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Armstrong State University / Georgia Southern
05.2001 -
Health Education Coordinator
Union Mission Inc.
08.1999 - 05.2005
Team Leader Manager
Care One Home Health
01.1995 - 09.1999