Nicole Lee
ARNP, FNP, B-C, PMHNP, B-C
Humboldt,Iowa
Summary
Compassionate board-certified psychiatric & family nurse practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and the healthcare team. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Committed to providing excellent care to patients of all ages.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Advanced Family Nurse Practitioner
UnityPoint Health
Fort Dodge, Iowa
10.2019 - 10.2022
- Performed patient physical and mental assessments to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Performed Disability and DOT examinations.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated a variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Worked with families, caregivers, and patients to determine the best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support the health and comfort of patients.
- Examined wounds and treated lacerations with bandaging, suturing and topical medications.
Nurse Case Manager/Utilization
UnityPoint Health
Fort Dodge, Iowa
05.2011 - 10.2019
- Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care.
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted the interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
- Implemented aspects of patient care under physician orders and sought clarification when needed to promote safety, quality and cost-efficient care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect the health, safety, and rights of patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, Iowa
01.2010 - 05.2011
- Coordinated with clinicians to develop and coordinate student assignments.
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Oriented and provided instruction to students during clinical rotations.
Charge Nurse
UnityPoint Health
Fort Dodge, IA
05.2009 - 05.2011
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
Homecare
Hospice Case Manager, UnityPoint Fort Dodge
Fort Dodge, Iowa
05.2002 - 05.2009
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
Education
Post Graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Certificate -
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA12.2022
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner Track
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL02.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA05.1997
Skills
- Organized
- Dependable
- Proficient in Systoc and Epic EMR
- Safety Protocols
- Best Practices and Standards
- Patient Health Education
- Mental and Physical Assessments
Certification
- 2023 [PMHNP, B-C] American Nurses Credentialing Center
- 2019 [ARNP] Advanced Practice Registered Nurse- State of Iowa
- 2019 [NP-C] American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification
- 1997 [RN] Registered Nurse – State of Iowa
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Advanced Family Nurse Practitioner
UnityPoint Health
10.2019 - 10.2022
Nurse Case Manager/Utilization
UnityPoint Health
05.2011 - 10.2019
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Iowa Central Community College
01.2010 - 05.2011
Charge Nurse
UnityPoint Health
05.2009 - 05.2011
Homecare
Hospice Case Manager, UnityPoint Fort Dodge
05.2002 - 05.2009
Post Graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Certificate -
Wilkes University
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner Track
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Central Community College
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