Paulette Flinner
Bidwell,OH
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner with background as Registered Nurse and Health Care Facilities Surveyor. Extensive experience in patient care with a wide variety of ages and developmental disabilities. Experienced in care in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Nursing Home, Intermediate Care Facility and Home Health. Experienced in regulating and certifying Home Health, Dialysis, Nursing Home's Assisted Living Facilities and investigating complaints. Driven to succeed. Knowledgeable Correctional Nurse Practitioner well-trained in overseeing care for patients in prisons and other offender environments. A strong individual promoting many years of expertise in evaluating mental health and providing care for chronic conditions. Ready to join a new company that appreciates problem-solving and well-honed medication administration skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Nurse Practitioner
Ohio Department Of Rehabilitation And Correction
Lucasville, OH
02.2019 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered in compliance with facility policies and procedures.
- Evaluated inmates for suicidal ideation or other mental health concerns; referred to appropriate healthcare professionals when indicated.
- Conducted individualized patient education sessions regarding health promotion topics such as nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation, stress management.
- Developed and coordinated patient care plans for prisoners with COPD, diabetes or other chronic conditions.
- Assessed prisoners suffering injuries through falls, stabbings or other means and stabilized each prior to transport to nearest medical facility.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Updated charts with latest information, test results and differential diagnoses.
- Prescribed medications or treatment regimens to address patient conditions.
Psych/Nurse
Appalachain Behavioral Healthcare
Athens, OH
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through regular observation and feedback from clients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information including assessments, treatments, medications, progress notes and discharge summaries.
- Assisted in developing discharge plans that included follow up appointments with specialists or outpatient programs.
- Coordinated activities between various departments within the organization to ensure continuity of care.
- Provided direct patient care by assessing and monitoring physical, psychological and emotional status of patients.
Staff Nurse (Part-time)
Home Health
01.2000 - 12.2018
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Health Care Facilities Surveyor
Ohio Department of Health
Columbus, OH
06.2012 - 09.2018
- Completed surveys for federal regulation compliance for certification and recertification, and state licensure renewal reviews, ensuring required regulations were met, and the health of Ohio consumers was protected and enhanced.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance
- Acted as patient advocate
- Oversaw implementation of policy and procedure
- Evaluated nursing notes to confirm that they accurately and completely described the care provided and the patient responses.
- Kept abreast of advances in medicine, computerized electronic health records and government regulations
- Evaluated accuracy and compliance of all documentation and reports
Psych/MR Nurse
Gallipolis Developmental Center
Gallipolis, OH
06.2003 - 05.2012
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients
- Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols
- Provided diagnoses and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems, including diabetes, seizures, asthma, COPD, pneumonia etc
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
- Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and developmentally disabled clients
- Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH01.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College
Rio Grande, OH01.1995
Skills
- Sound judgment
- Geriatric nursing
- Pediatric nursing
- Pediatric Intensive Care
- Patient-centered care
- Quality Assurance Standards
- HIPAA compliance
- Long-term care
- Nursing Home
- BLS certified
- Regulatory compliance
- Medicaid/Medicare regulations
- Crisis intervention
- Clinical judgment
- Chronic disease management
- Healthcare regulations
- Patient charting and reporting
- Ethical practice
- Health education
- Hepatitis C treatment
- Diabetic care
- Suicide prevention
- Corrections environments
- Focused patient assessments
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessments
- Substance abuse treatment
- Health promotion
- Prison protocols
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/23/65
- Marital Status: Married
Credentials
- MSN
- FNP C
Certifications And Licensure
- AANP, FNP-C, #F05180040, 05/03/18 - 05/02/28
- APRN.CNP.022717, OH, 08/15/23 - 10/31/25
- RN.260108, OH, 08/15/23 - 10/31/25
- RN53343, WVA, 10/22/24 - 6/30/26
- APRNCNP WVA 5/25/23 - 6/30/25
Timeline
Correctional Nurse Practitioner
Ohio Department Of Rehabilitation And Correction
02.2019 - Current
Psych/Nurse
Appalachain Behavioral Healthcare
09.2018 - 02.2019
Health Care Facilities Surveyor
Ohio Department of Health
06.2012 - 09.2018
Psych/MR Nurse
Gallipolis Developmental Center
06.2003 - 05.2012
Staff Nurse (Part-time)
Home Health
01.2000 - 12.2018
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College
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