Ruth Fogelgren
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Experienced APP that has done well in several different jobs within the UVA health system. Succeed in team environment using resources and my own specialty skills. Often do best with challenging patient situations and used to sorting out complicated situations with multiple barriers. Starting to see the business side of health care more and hopeful to grow my leadership skills through the UVA HILI.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Virginia Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Telemedicine
- Daily rounds
- ID pharmacist
- Clinic and remote work
- Onboarding Juana
- Ortho Project- magnet
- ID Harvard class
- Participated in hospital committees or working groups to promote quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
Family Nurse Practitioner
University Physician's Group
11.2017 - 06.2022
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Participated in hospital committees or working groups to promote quality improvement initiatives.
- Helped launch telemedicine during Covid for HIV pts unable to delay care
- COVID!
Registered Nurse
University of Virginia Health System
10.2015 - 11.2017
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
University of Virginia Health System
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in [Type] critical care units.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Deliveries with NP, RT, other RN
Registered Nurse
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center, Boise, ID
08.2006 - 10.2010
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL08.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05.2002
Skills
- Patient Education
- Physical assessments
- Clinical Care Standards
- Patient Communication
- Working within an interdiscipinary team
- Managing complicated patients
- Helping patients and caregivers navigate the health system
- Caring for vulnerable populations
- Managing specialty needs alongside an interdisciplinary team
Certification
- Licensed RN Exp:
- Licensed FNP Exp:
- ANCC? Or ANPP
Personal Interests
Working within our team to capture the best Epic dashboard data
Reducing readmissions
ADRs on IV abx
Exploring Charlottesville
Additional Information
Upcoming plans:
Conf in Oct?
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Virginia Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
University Physician's Group
11.2017 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
University of Virginia Health System
10.2015 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse
University of Virginia Health System
10.2015 - 10.2017
Registered Nurse
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center, Boise, ID
08.2006 - 10.2010
Master of Science in Nursing -
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Virginia
- Licensed RN Exp:
- Licensed FNP Exp:
- ANCC? Or ANPP
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