Niki Kristine West
Macedon,USA
Summary
Healthcare professional with proven record in providing exceptional surgical support and post-operative care. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing surgical needs, ensuring seamless operations and patient safety. Possesses critical skills in patient assessment, wound care, and infection control.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Nurse Practitioner
The Breast Center at Rochester Regional Health
08.2020 - Current
- First assisted in oncologic breast surgery
- Performed consultation and treatment to patients in the inpatient setting
- Managed oncology patients in the perioperative setting
Surgical Nurse Practitioner
Rochester Regional Health
12.2017 - 08.2020
- First assisted in various plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures
- Rounded on and managed acute post-operative patients
- Performed consultation and treatment to patients in the inpatient setting
- Performed emergency consultation and treatment for acute facial and hand trauma
Surgical Bariatric Family Nurse Practitioner
Rochester Regional Health
03.2010 - 12.2017
- First assisted in various bariatric and general surgical procedures
- Rounded on and managed acute post-operative patients
- Performed complex patient care in the office setting
- Performed complex procedures in the office setting
- Performed consultation and treatment to patients in the inpatient setting
Family Nurse Practitioner
WorkFit Medical Occupational Health Services
09.2006 - 03.2010
- Provided compensation and pension examinations for the Rochester VA as a credentialed contractor
- Assessed and provided workers compensation care for employees of local corporations Including, but not limited to:
- Suturing lacerations
- Attending to various urgent care needs
- Performing eye examinations including corneal abrasion diagnosis and care
- Managing various musculoskeletal injuries
- Case management and coordination of services
- Provided primary care services through Iroquois Job Corps including, but not limited to:
- Assess and treat various primary care issues for walk-in clinic patients
- Performing physical examinations including annual pelvic examinations
- STD diagnosis, treatment and prevention
- Basic early prenatal monitoring, education and coordination of services
- Collaboration with counseling, social workers and dental providers
- Provided thorough physical examinations including DOT and 19A examinations
- Performed pulmonary function testing
- Assessed and managed patient laboratory results
- Coordinated and provided immunization clinics
- Designed and managed health-related programs for corporations
- Provided health screening examinations of pediatric and adolescent populations for area school districts
Registered Nurse
Visiting Nurse Association of WNY
07.2005 - 06.2006
- Provided compassionate nursing care to individuals in the community from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds in the home
- Identified and treated physical and emotional patient needs
- Assessed client needs and provided customized treatment plans
- Participated in community wide immunization efforts
Registered Nurse, Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit
Rochester General Hospital
05.2004 - 06.2005
- Offered direct patient care to surgical patients immediately following open heart surgery
- Oversaw and administered patient medications and interpreted physician orders
- Carefully monitored and promptly treated surgical complications including pain management, infection, hemodynamic and respiratory issues
Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit Technician
Rochester General Hospital
05.2001 - 05.2004
- Provided direct patient care to post-operative patients, activities included:
- Bathing and personal care
- Phlebotomy
- EKGs
Education
Masters of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
05.2004
Certification
- Current national advanced practice provider certification through The American Society of Breast Surgeons
- Current national certification through The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Certified registered nurse first assist through National Institute of First Assisting (NIFA)
- Registered to practice as a nurse practitioner in family health in New York State
- Current Drug Enforcement Administration controlled substance registration certificate
- Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
Timeline
Surgical Nurse Practitioner
The Breast Center at Rochester Regional Health
08.2020 - Current
Surgical Nurse Practitioner
Rochester Regional Health
12.2017 - 08.2020
Surgical Bariatric Family Nurse Practitioner
Rochester Regional Health
03.2010 - 12.2017
Family Nurse Practitioner
WorkFit Medical Occupational Health Services
09.2006 - 03.2010
Registered Nurse
Visiting Nurse Association of WNY
07.2005 - 06.2006
Registered Nurse, Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit
Rochester General Hospital
05.2004 - 06.2005
Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit Technician
Rochester General Hospital
05.2001 - 05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Masters of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
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