Utah Certified Nurse Practitioner by the State Board of Nursing with over 34 years of Nursing experience combined providing high-quality care to patients in a variety of settings. Patient and family advocacy- Solution-based interventions-Preventative health-Patient focused care- Multidisciplinary team collaboration-Clinical judgment-Professional bedside manner- Culturally competent care
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
C & P Examiner
MedEvals of Utah
Murray, UT
05.2023 - Current
Provide assistance to veterans and their families in obtaining benefits from the VA.
Perform physical examinations and other diagnostic procedures such as lab tests and imaging studies.
Wound Care Provider, FNP
Solstice Medical Group
Murray, UT
03.2023 - 05.2024
Provided education to patients regarding wound care instructions and medications.
Maintained accurate records of patient's wound care treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes related to wound management.
Performed debridement using mechanical methods such as wet-to-dry dressings or enzymatic agents when indicated by physician orders.
Wound Care Nurse
Lakeview Wound Care Clinic
Bountiful, UT
06.2021 - 08.2022
Performed screening, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative and supportive services as a senior nurse on the primary health care team
Collaborated with medical teams to assess patients, manage wounds, and track healing progress.
Wound Care Manager
Western Peaks Specialty Hospital
Bountiful, UT
05.2000 - 12.2021
Provided wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention, and pain management to patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
Took part in educational activities such as the implementation of evidence-based practice projects, nursing competency development, and nursing simulation activities
Gave patients, families, and caregivers information on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management, and lifestyle choices
Assessed patients to determine individual needs and developed care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals such as physicians, case managers, and social workers
Provided exceptional care to a large number of high-acute patients who required complex treatment such as ventilator management, extensive wound care, and rehabilitation.
Outpatient Service Specialist at University of Utah – Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Utah Center for Reproductive MedicineOutpatient Service Specialist at University of Utah – Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Utah Center for Reproductive Medicine