Patricia Lafontant
Baltimore ,MD
Summary
Highly qualified and board certified Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
MariCare Wellness
03.2020 - 11.2022
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
- Listened to patient concerns and detailed alternative therapies for treatment of migraines.
Nurse Practitioner
Gennesaret Medical Center
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
- Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
Education
Masters Of Science - Nursing
Duke University
Durham, NC12.2019
Masters - Health Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06.2012
Bachelors Of Science - Nursing
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL06.2006
Skills
- Specialist Referrals
- Allergic Conditions
- Diagnostic Interventions
- Health Care Evaluation
- Opiate addiction
- Holistic health alternatives
Certification
- Licensed Nurse Practitioner (Maryland)
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC
Languages
Haitian-Creole
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
MariCare Wellness
03.2020 - 11.2022
Nurse Practitioner
Gennesaret Medical Center
02.2020 - 03.2021
Masters Of Science - Nursing
Duke University
Masters - Health Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelors Of Science - Nursing
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
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