Patricia Walker FNP-BC
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Driscoll Children's Hospital, excelling in clinical decision-making and patient care coordination. Proven track record in implementing quality improvement initiatives, mentoring staff, and managing complex cases, enhancing patient outcomes through critical thinking and attention to detail. Committed to advancing neonatal healthcare delivery.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.2002 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and health assessments for neonatal patients.
- Provide guidance to nursing staff on best practices in neonatal healthcare delivery.
- Implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and safety measures.
- Mentor junior nurse practitioners in clinical skills and professional development.
- Handle complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Perform patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Coordinate with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Educate families on disease prevention, health promotion, and management strategies.
- Manage chronic conditions through ongoing patient monitoring and follow-up care.
Neonatal Transport Nurse
Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.2001 - 05.2002
- Coordinated transport of critically ill neonates between facilities to ensure timely access to specialized care.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' conditions during transport, prioritizing safety and stability.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for neonatal patients in transit.
- Implemented best practices in neonatal resuscitation techniques, enhancing patient outcomes during transport scenarios.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.1995 - 05.2001
- Led daily operations, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to hospital protocols.
- Mentored nursing staff, enhancing clinical skills and promoting professional development.
- Implemented evidence-based practices, improving patient outcomes and safety across departments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline workflows and enhance communication.
Staff Nurse
Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.1992 - 05.1995
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans and outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to identify changes in health status.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TXBachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi, TXMaster of Science - Nursing
Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi, TXSkills
- Clinical decision making
- Attention to detail
- Patient care coordination
- Critical thinking
- Acute health problems
Certification
BLS Provider, 1992 to present
Neonatal Resuscitation Program Instructor, 1998 to present
Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurse, RNC - NICU, 1999 to present
American Nurses Credentialing Center; Family Nurse Practitioner, 2002 to present
PALS Provider, 2012 to present
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.2002 - Current
Neonatal Transport Nurse
Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.2001 - 05.2002
Assistant Nurse Manager
Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.1995 - 05.2001
Staff Nurse
Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.1992 - 05.1995
Associate of Science - Nursing
Del Mar College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas A&M University
Master of Science - Nursing
Texas A&M University