Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Rachel Holmes

Huntingdon,TN

Summary

Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in management and supervision of medical staff. Reputation as self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and leadership skills. Successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner and Designer

Lovie's LLC
05.2019 - Current
  • Cut, arranged and produced flower bouquets and potted perennial plants according to customer specifications.
  • Delivered and set up flower arrangements for banquets, weddings and funerals.
  • Processed sales transactions via cash register and telephone orders.
  • Prepared and processed floral orders to customer specifications via phone or resulting from in-store consultations.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with customers to determine type of arrangement desired, occasion and date, time and location for each arrangement needed.
  • Ordered and maintained floral inventory and supplies to meet customer demand and offer seasonal varieties.
  • Processed new flower and greenery shipments by stripping leaves below waterline, cutting new flowers, mixing flower food solutions and filling floral containers with food solutions.
  • Created tabletop and various other custom arrangements or pieces.
  • Set up colorful and inspiring store displays and arrangements.
  • Monitored inventory, cash and payroll processes to keep location running smoothly.
  • Researched market trends and located target audiences to increase revenue and company scope.
  • Utilized online programs and marketplaces to promote and sell crafts, products and art materials.

Nurse Practitioner

Paris Women's Center
01.2019 - Current
  • Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
  • Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
  • Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Reviewed preventive health needs of patient to establish health metrics and goals for improvement.
  • Inserted long-acting reversible contraceptives devices such as Nexplanon.
  • Used discretion while diagnosing, treating and educating patients for sexually transmitted diseases.
  • Counseled women entering menopause by providing access to group therapy and educational materials.
  • Addressed infertility concerns by performing diagnostic tests and hormone testing.
  • Encouraged patients to schedule well-woman exams to get ahead of potential, unexpected illnesses.
  • Guided women through perinatal period by confirming pregnancy dates and performing ultrasounds.

Telehealth Nurse Practitioner

OpenLoop Health
07.2022 - 11.2022
  • Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
  • Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
  • Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
  • Assisted in management of patient utilization of health care system and provided patient education relative to health care needs, use of community resources and responsibilities of membership in managed care.
  • Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.

Nurse Practitioner

Jackson Regional Women's Center
05.2014 - 08.2018
  • Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
  • Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
  • Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Reviewed preventive health needs of patient to establish health metrics and goals for improvement.
  • Inserted long-acting reversible contraceptives devices such as Nexplanon.
  • Used discretion while diagnosing, treating and educating patients for sexually transmitted diseases.
  • Addressed infertility concerns by performing diagnostic tests and hormone testing.
  • Encouraged patients to schedule well-woman exams to get ahead of potential, unexpected illnesses.
  • Guided women through perinatal period by confirming pregnancy dates and performing ultrasounds.

Professor Of Nursing

University of Tennessee at Martin
08.2014 - 05.2015
  • Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
  • Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects and examinations.
  • Guided and supervised nursing students in classroom, lab and clinical learning activities.
  • Supervised student laboratory and clinical work, offering knowledgeable advice to advance learning and abilities.
  • Participated in planning, implementing and evaluating assigned courses for continued development of nursing curriculum.
  • Instructed courses in nursing to meet educational requirements stated in credit course outline and board of registered nursing regulations.
  • Contributed professional feedback to student inquiries in class, online or during established consultation hours.
  • Contributed subject matter expertise toward improving overall training program and skills displayed by student nurses.
  • Maintained current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance and student academic progress.
  • Supplied each student with syllabus complying with course requirements, attendance requirements and related course procedures.

Nurse Practitioner

Aseracare Hospice
08.2013 - 08.2014
  • Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
  • Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family member.
  • Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers and physicians.
  • Planned hospice care for elderly and disabled patients.
  • Created and applied tailored care plans that would meet each patient's individualized needs.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Registered Nurse

Baptist Home Health and Hospice
07.2011 - 11.2013
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Administered IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Jackson Madison County General Hospital
06.2005 - 10.2013
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
  • Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
  • Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
  • Assisted physicians in delivery of babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
  • Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
  • Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
  • Provided information, guidance and hands-on clinical care to support pregnant women.
  • Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
  • Oversaw labor by coaching women, assisting with complications and administering medications during birth.
  • Leveraged equipment and administered medications, supporting labor, delivery and care of newborns.
  • Prepared and sanitized delivery rooms and instruments and prepared patients physically and emotionally for delivery.
  • Monitored condition of newborns and directed postpartum care with special focus on premature babies and babies with abnormalities.

Registered Nurse

Huntingdon Special School District
07.2010 - 05.2011
  • Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
  • Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
  • Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
  • Conducted immunization programs and sight and hearing testing.
  • Documented observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
  • Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
  • Implemented normal growth and development screenings to identify health problems.
  • Applied sound decision-making process to school nursing practice.
  • Inventoried and ordered medical or office supplies or equipment.
  • Conducted formal and informal evaluations of medical conditions and developed accurate medical summaries on students.

Education

Masters of Science in Nursing

Union University
Jackson, TN
12.2013

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Tennessee - Martin
Martin, TN
05.2005

High School Diploma -

Huntingdon High School
Huntingdon, TN
05.2000

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Records Review
  • Lab Result Evaluation
  • Licensed RN
  • Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Patient Education
  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Member
  • Experienced Preceptor
  • Family Planning
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • STD Care and Counseling
  • Preventive Care
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Patient Examination
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Creative Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Team Player
  • Great Eye for Detail

Timeline

Telehealth Nurse Practitioner

OpenLoop Health
07.2022 - 11.2022

Owner and Designer

Lovie's LLC
05.2019 - Current

Nurse Practitioner

Paris Women's Center
01.2019 - Current

Professor Of Nursing

University of Tennessee at Martin
08.2014 - 05.2015

Nurse Practitioner

Jackson Regional Women's Center
05.2014 - 08.2018

Nurse Practitioner

Aseracare Hospice
08.2013 - 08.2014

Registered Nurse

Baptist Home Health and Hospice
07.2011 - 11.2013

Registered Nurse

Huntingdon Special School District
07.2010 - 05.2011

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Jackson Madison County General Hospital
06.2005 - 10.2013

Masters of Science in Nursing

Union University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Tennessee - Martin

High School Diploma -

Huntingdon High School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Rachel Holmes