Nicole Herleman

• American Academy of Physician Associates
• Texas Academy of Physician Assistants
• Louisiana Academy of Physician Assistants

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.

Family Medicine - Our Lady of the Lake Ascension & Phipps Family Medicine

Preceptors: Claire Drummond, PA-C & Dr. Lowell Phipps

• Performed patient assessments, diagnosed, educated, and participated in the management of acute and chronic conditions across the lifespan.
• Utilized appropriate labs and diagnostics to support or refute differential diagnoses for preventative care and evaluation of acute and chronic conditions.
• Documented patient encounters in Epic which included recommendations for preventative care and management of acute and chronic conditions.

Internal Medicine - Our Lady of the Lake

Preceptors: Dr. Robert Nuss, Dr. Deep Chadha, Dr. Megan Terrebonne, Dr. Bao Tran

• Participated in daily rounds and presented patients I had seen independently to my preceptor with updates on their labs and treatment plan
• Communicated with nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists and social workers to assess changes in patient conditions.
• Collaborated with internal medicine residents during daily morning report.
• Interpreted lab findings, communicated them to patients, and adjusted treatment plans according to results.

Urgent Care - Lake After Hours

Preceptor: Carl Cramer, PA-C

• Performed patient assessments, diagnosed, educated, and participated in the management of acute conditions across the lifespan.
• Performed procedures such as suturing, incision and drainage and fluorescein eye stain tests.
• Performed and interpreted tests such as rapid strep, flu, and COVID tests. Interpreted urinalysis for signs of infection.
• Interpreted X-Rays to assess for fractures.

Emergency Medicine - Our Lady of the Lake

Preceptor: Stefanie Eiserloh

• Performed patient assessments, diagnosed, and participated in the management of acute conditions across the lifespan.
• Ordered appropriate laboratory tests, imaging studies, IV fluids, and medications with the assistance of my preceptor.
• Performed and assisted in procedures including suturing, pelvic exams, wrist reductions, joint aspirations, and incision and drainage of abscesses.
• Displayed proficiency in EMR (Epic) for patient documentation.

Pediatrics - West Feliciana Pediatrics Clinic

Preceptor: Dr. Courtney James

• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, including detailed medical histories and physical examinations.
• Diagnosed and managed acute and chronic conditions under the supervision of Dr. James.
• Educated patients and families on preventative care, vaccination schedules, appropriate milestones, and treatment plans.
• Participated in the management of ADHD, autism, and obesity.

Dermatology - Louisiana Dermatology Associates

Preceptor: Kristen Hebert, PA-C

• Learned to identify premalignant and malignant skin lesions including actinic keratoses, squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and melanoma.
• Learned how to manage acne, eczema, psoriasis, molluscum, and other common dermatologic conditions.
• Assisted in annual skin cancer screenings.
• Assisted in biopsies and excisions.

General Surgery - Our Lady of the Lake

Preceptor: Dr. John Morrison

• Assisted in surgeries including laparoscopic and robotic cholecystectomies, robotic appendectomies, open inguinal hernia repairs,transmetarsal amputations, arteriovenous fistula creations and laparoscopic foreign body removals.
• Maintained a sterile field during surgery.
• Performed suturing to close surgical incisions.
• Assessed, evaluated, diagnosed, and educated patients in general surgery and vascular surgery clinic.

Women's Health - Ochsner LSU Health, Monroe Medical Center

Preceptor: Dr. Gary Menefee

• Assessed, evaluated, ordered labs, and discussed treatment plans for acute conditions such as sexually transmitted infections and dysfunctional uterine bleeding and chronic conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, stress and urge incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.
• Performed routine obstetrics exams including assessment for red flag symptoms, performing fetal heart tones and measuring fundal height.
• Performed pelvic exams and PAP smears.
• Assisted in a vaginal delivery.

Psychiatry- St. James Behavioral Health Hospital, Regions Behavioral Health Hospital, Regions IOP

Preceptor: Robin Neil, PA-C

• Assisted in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients, including history-taking, mental status exams, and risk assessment for mood disorders, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders.
• Assisted in creating and altering treatment plans for acute conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder, substance use disorder, major depressive disorder, and psychosis.
• Observed patient education on diagnosis, the importance of medication compliance, and signs of decline.