Paula Sexton
Prague,NE
Summary
Accomplished APRN with a robust background in cardiology and family practice, demonstrated through impactful roles at Platte Valley Medical Group and CHI Health Kearney Clinic. Proficient in acute and chronic disease management and interprofessional collaboration, I excel in patient education and utilizing EMR systems like Epic. Proven track record in enhancing patient care through evidence-based practices and superior communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Education Coordinator-RN
Saunders Medical Center-Long Term Care
07.2023 - Current
- Coordination of new employee orientation and on-boarding to new nursing role.
- Maintaining staff education requirements as mandated by state and federal regulations as well as facility policy.
- Education and promotion of safe practices by nursing staff.
- Clinical management responsibilities including on-call nursing staff support.
Staff Charge Nurse-RN
Saunders Medical Center-Long Term Care
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Coordinated nursing care of residents on unit through staff assignments, assessment and treatment of medical conditions, monitoring resident orders by physicians, and communicating with ancillary departments.
APRN-CVS Pharmacy Covid Vaccine Program
A1 Staffing
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Coordination of COVID 19 testing through supervision of COVID 19 screening orders and results.
- Assistance to testing sites with technical support of Epic EMR system
- Assistance and support of patients needing coordination of care and testing result documentation.
APRN-Cardiology
Platte Valley Medical Group
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of cardiology conditions for patients in both inpatient and outpatient setting in coordination with a supervising cardiologist.
- Supervision of Stress Tests and Tilt Table testing as ordered by physicians.
- On-call responsibilities of answering after hours call service as well as supporting cardiologist during on-call shifts.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a fast paced environment, with focusing on a team approach.
APRN-Family Practice
CHI Health Kearney Clinic
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of family practice patients with acute and chronic illness in an outpatient setting.
- Supervision of Urgent Care Clinic diagnosing and treating acute illness.
- Coordination of care with physicians, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary team to promote safe practice and evidence-based care.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL09-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Kearney12-2007
Skills
- Acute and Chronic disease management
- Patient assessment
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Health Promotion and Preventive healthcare in the primary care setting
- Patient education and support
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Electronic medical records: Cerner, Epic, Meditech
- Excellent communication skills
- Positive attitude and excels in Team Collaboration
Certification
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification
- Certification #F1016919, certified period: October, 25, 2016 to October 24, 2031
Timeline
Staff Education Coordinator-RN
Saunders Medical Center-Long Term Care
07.2023 - Current
Staff Charge Nurse-RN
Saunders Medical Center-Long Term Care
03.2022 - 07.2023
APRN-CVS Pharmacy Covid Vaccine Program
A1 Staffing
01.2021 - 10.2021
APRN-Cardiology
Platte Valley Medical Group
10.2018 - 12.2020
APRN-Family Practice
CHI Health Kearney Clinic
02.2017 - 10.2018
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification
- Certification #F1016919, certified period: October, 25, 2016 to October 24, 2031
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
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