Rachel VanWettering
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Nurse Practitioner with 1 year of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate illness and disease.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Duke City Primary Care
06.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
- Assessed and diagnosed patients, determining appropriate treatment plans in a timely manner.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired results.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Advocated for patients to ensure they received necessary resources and support from healthcare providers and insurance companies alike.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
- Prevented complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
- Provided elderly patients with preventative health measures including vaccinations, screenings, medication adjustments according to age-related needs.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- 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.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
RN INPatient IV/ UNIveristy of New mExico Hospital
University of New Mexico Hospital
01.2013 - Current
- Clinical decision making and management of complex ICU patients (ARDS, HF, Trauma, DKA, ECMO etc.)
RN iNpatient IV/ University of New Mexico Hospital
University of New Mexico Hospital
10.2009 - 01.2013
- Clinical decision making and care of four subacute patients
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of New Mexico College of Nursing
Family Nurse Practitioner - Master of Science in Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington College of Nursing
12.2023
Skills
- Family Planning
- Preventive Care
- Women's Health Exams
- Geriatric Treatment
- Diagnostic Interventions
- Diagnostic Tests Ordering
- Care Planning
- Chronic Health Problems
Certification
- FNP-C 72346, Family Nurse Practitioner
- RN-70171, New Mexico, Registered Nurse
- 2024, Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- 2024, Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- 2024, Basic Life Support
References
- Sarah Vela, RN, BSN, CCRN, Trauma Surgical ICU Charge Nurse, University of New Mexico Hospital, 2211 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, (505)-272-2721
- Jacquelin Silva, RN, BSN, CCRN, Trauma Surgical ICU Charge Nurse, University of New Mexico Hospital, 2211 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, (505)-272-2721
- Aaron Lesser, FNP, DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner, Ortega Wellness, 7007 Jefferson St. NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87109, (505)-999-805, aaronslesser@gmail.com
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Duke City Primary Care
06.2023 - Current
RN INPatient IV/ UNIveristy of New mExico Hospital
University of New Mexico Hospital
01.2013 - Current
RN iNpatient IV/ University of New Mexico Hospital
University of New Mexico Hospital
10.2009 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of New Mexico College of Nursing
Family Nurse Practitioner - Master of Science in Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington College of Nursing
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