Michelle Sgourakis
Nurse Practitioner, FNP-BC, MSN
Omaha,Nebraska
Summary
Qualified Nurse Practitioner with 25 years of experience in a leadership nursing role. Adept at the care and management of veterans with training in patient assessment and treatment. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with excellent communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of veteran care through clinical management and prioritization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Health Administration
Omaha, NE
12.2013 - Current
- Conducted physical exams, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on neurosurgical patients. (10-16 new consults per week)
- Cared for post-surgical patients.
- Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including physicians, case managers and social workers.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Adhered to all hospital procedures, policies and protocols.
Family Nurse Practitioner
CHI/Alegent Creighton Health
Omaha, NE
12.2012 - 11.2013
- Implemented pilot program, funded by CMS, to reduce hospitalizations of long term care residents. Focused on education of 15 long term care facilities, their residents and family members in goals of program.
- Served as lead health care provider for residents participating in program.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
UNMC Physicians
Omaha, Nebraska
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Performed pre-operative anesthesia evaluations for approximately 15 surgical patients per day.
- Evaluated physical status and surgical risk according to RCRI guidelines of all surgical patients at Nebraska Western Iowa Veterans Hospital.
- Educated patients on proposed surgical treatment.
Family Nurse Practitioner, Neurosurgery
UNMC Physicians
Omaha, NE
07.2007 - 12.2010
- Conducted physical assessments and reviewed standardized tests and diagnostic studies of neurosurgical patients.
- Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
- Provided care for critically ill patients with traumatic injuries and life-threatening illnesses.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University Of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 08.1994 - 05.1997
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 08.1986 - 05.1990
Skills
Patient care
undefinedCertification
Family Nurse Practitioner, American Nurse Credentialing Center
Affiliations
American Nurses Assoiciation
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Nebraska Nurse Practitioners
Sigma Theta Tau, Gamma Pi Chapter
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Health Administration
12.2013 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
CHI/Alegent Creighton Health
12.2012 - 11.2013
Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
UNMC Physicians
01.2011 - 12.2012
Family Nurse Practitioner, Neurosurgery
UNMC Physicians
07.2007 - 12.2010
Master of Science - Nursing
University Of Nebraska Medical Center
08.1994 - 05.1997
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
08.1986 - 05.1990
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