Russell Porche
Hallsville,TX
Summary
Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner demonstrating superior patient examination and care talents. Dedicated professional known for assisting patients in-person, by phone or video chat and through email. Ready to join a new organization supporting patient care and assessing needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
New You Weight and Wellness
01.2023 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Prescribe treatments and developed new weight loss programs for clients in order to achieve their fitness goal
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Treat and managed men hormonal replacement.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
Registered Nurse
Longview Regional Medical Center
01.2015 - 12.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse
Longview Regional Medical Center
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Breedlove Family Practice, SHR Women and Children
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Shadowed current nurse practitioners
- Worked hands on with patients
- Implemented and monitored effectiveness of interventions to assist patients in regaining and maintaining optimal health
- Processed quick-result lab tests for certain diseases such as influenza, strep and urinary tract infections
- Conducted physical exams and health screenings
- Administered medications and other treatments
- Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion, disease prevention.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Pine Tree Home Health Care
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients
- Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care
- Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
Registered Nurse
Good Shepherd Medical Center
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Education
Master in Science of Nursing: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner - Family Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08.2022
Bachelor's in Science of Nursing - Nursing
The University of Texas At Tyler
Arlington, TX05.2014
Skills
- Advanced Problem-Solving
- Strong listening and communication skills
- Detail-oriented
- Remains calm under pressure
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner – AANP Board Certified
- Registered Nurse Board Certified
- Advanced master degree in Nursing
- Basic Life Support certification
- DEA certified
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
New You Weight and Wellness
01.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Student
Breedlove Family Practice, SHR Women and Children
08.2021 - 08.2022
Home Health Registered Nurse
Pine Tree Home Health Care
08.2016 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse
Longview Regional Medical Center
01.2015 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Longview Regional Medical Center
01.2015 - 06.2016
Registered Nurse
Good Shepherd Medical Center
07.2014 - 01.2015
Master in Science of Nursing: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner - Family Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor's in Science of Nursing - Nursing
The University of Texas At Tyler
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