Mindy Faraone, FNP-C
Granite City,IL
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated board-certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with comprehensive experience in management of various infectious diseases and complex wound care for diverse and challenging populations. Highly qualified and board certified Family Nurse Practitioner driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
BJC Medical Group Primary Care At Godfrey
11.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with local healthcare providers to facilitate seamless coordination of referrals for specialized services.
- Improve patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Decrease hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up care coordination.
- Perform comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
- Promote health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
- Handle complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
Nurse Practitioner, Infectious Disease
Premier Infectious Disease Consultants, BJC
02.2019 - Current
- Full-time position from Feb 2019- Nov 2023, PRN from Nov 2019- Current
- Practice setting is a >120 bed hospital and outpatient clinic
- Examined, diagnosed, educated, and treated patients suffering from various infections including skin/soft tissue, surgical site, intra-abdominal/pelvic infections, osteomyelitis, HIV, STDs, sepsis, meningitis/encephalitis, endocarditis, pneumonia, bone/joint/spinal infections, C diff colitis, tick-borne illnesses, fungal and viral infections, and infections associated with multidrug-resistant organisms in accordance with current guidelines.
- Practiced and educated staff and patients on antimicrobial stewardship.
- Management of outpatient IV antibiotics and laboratory monitoring.
- Provided appropriate antimicrobial therapy to patients and conducted necessary medical follow-up.
- Maintained records of procedures, infections and outcomes.
- Kept teams operating in accordance with latest epidemiological research and sound care practices.
- Coordinated successfully and with full compliance to prevent infections according to facility and Joint Commission standards.
- Educated healthcare workers, patients and public about infectious and communicable disease transmission and prevention.
Nurse Practitioner, Wound Care
Advanced Wound Care Center, Progress West
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated acute and chronic wounds by obtaining comprehensive health history, utilizing advanced treatment modalities, and establishing individualized treatment plans.
- Administered appropriate wound debridement.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Effectively developed care and treatment plans for pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers, venous stasis ulcers, vascular ulcers, lymphedema, amputations, traumatic injuries, non-healing surgical wounds, and thermal burns.
- Ordered and supervised wound healing support of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to treat various wounds and radiation necrosis.
RN, Staff Nurse
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
07.2014 - 02.2019
- Maintained ACLS certification
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Staff RN
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
01.2008 - 07.2014
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
LPN
Sona Laser Center/Pure Med Spa
07.2005 - 12.2007
- Direct client care providing services in laser hair removal, varicose vein laser therapy, Botox and various aesthetic services.
- Provided before and after care and education.
LPN
Delmar Gardens North
04.2005 - 07.2005
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Passed medications, administered tube feedings and premixed IV mediations, and administered insulin per regulatory guidelines
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St Louis, MO10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Webster University
St Louis, MO10.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sandford-Brown College
St. Peters, MO12.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Sanford-Brown College
St. Peters, MO03.2005
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Utilization of electronic medical records, EPIC
- Interpreting laboratory and radiology results
- Treatment plan development
- Patient education and counseling
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Communicates respectfully and compassionately
- Established and maintained positive relationships with colleagues and medical staff
- Complies with billing, organizational, and regulatory standards
Affiliations
- The American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Certification
10/1/2018- State of Missouri, Family Nurse Practitioner
4/2/2008- State of Missouri, Registered Nurse
12/19/2018- State of Illinois, Family Nurse Practitioner
1/31/2018- State of Illinois, Registered Nurse
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
BJC Medical Group Primary Care At Godfrey
11.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, Wound Care
Advanced Wound Care Center, Progress West
09.2021 - 10.2023
Nurse Practitioner, Infectious Disease
Premier Infectious Disease Consultants, BJC
02.2019 - Current
RN, Staff Nurse
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
07.2014 - 02.2019
Staff RN
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
01.2008 - 07.2014
LPN
Sona Laser Center/Pure Med Spa
07.2005 - 12.2007
LPN
Delmar Gardens North
04.2005 - 07.2005
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University of Saint Louis
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Webster University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sandford-Brown College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Sanford-Brown College
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