Hardworking Nurse Practitioner with twenty two years of ER experience conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab results and prescribing treatments or medications to address diverse conditions. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate pain and illness.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner MAT Program
After Hours Project Inc
08.2020 - Current
Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Participate in advocacy and coordinates with the interdisciplinary team, addressing issues relating to addiction recovery
Nurse Practitioner
Clinic One Urgent Care
151 Hempstead Turnpike West Hempstead NY 11552
02.2012 - Current
Implemented individualized patient care plans to address assessment findings.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
Managed over 30 patients per day.
Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans
Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females
Family Nurse Practitioner ER
Brookdale Hospital Medical Center
1 Brookdale Plaza, NY 11212
03.2001 - 08.2012
Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations
Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
Family Nurse Practitioner ER
Maimonides Medical Center Weinberg Emergency Center
4802 10th Ave Brooklyn, NY11219
08.1995 - 03.2001
Emergency Room NP
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
Worked well in within team setting, providing support and guidance
Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish
Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY
12.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY
05.1997
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Bayside, NY
02.1994
Skills
Acute Care Expertise
Preventive Care
Allergic Conditions
Health and Wellness
Acute and Chronic Pain
Urgent Care
Addiction Treatment
Laceration Repair
Precepting
Sound Judgment
Timeline
Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner MAT Program
After Hours Project Inc
08.2020 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Clinic One Urgent Care
02.2012 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner ER
Brookdale Hospital Medical Center
03.2001 - 08.2012
Family Nurse Practitioner ER
Maimonides Medical Center Weinberg Emergency Center
08.1995 - 03.2001
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
SUNY Stony Brook
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
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