Sandra Reynolds
Tuscaloosa,Alabama
Summary
High performing, dedicated, and highly motivated board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. In-depth knowledge of diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bryce Hospital
06.2019 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
DCH Health Systems
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Conducted patient assessments, analyzed records, and charts to define care requirements.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bryce Hospital
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Glen Haven Health And Rehabilitation
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
Nurse Practitioner Student- 420 Clinical Hours
Whatley Health Services
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted physical exams and health screenings.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to provide appropriate follow-up care.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Processed lab tests for influenza, strep and urinary tract infections.
- Performed annual exams examining patients for medical conditions involving age, menstruation, pregnancy and sexual health.
- Counseled women and gave referrals to specialists for women diagnosed or at risk for breast cancer.
- Treated and prescribed medication to women dealing with yeast infections and urinary tract infections.
- Warned women of risks of sexually transmitted diseases and educated on methods of prevention.
- Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion, disease prevention and birth control methods.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
Nurse Practitioner Student- 120 Clinical Hours
Bear Creek Family Medicine
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to provide appropriate follow-up care.
- Conducted physical exams and health screenings.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Assisted physician in office procedures and minor surgeries.
- Processed lab tests for influenza, strep and urinary tract infections.
- Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion, disease prevention and birth control methods.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Implemented and monitored effectiveness of interventions to assist patients in regaining and maintaining optimal health.
Nurse Practitioner Student- 60 Clinical Hours
Allegra Family Practice And Urgent Care
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Formulated plans of care to optimize child's health potential and minimize physical and psychological complications.
- Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Provided anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practices.
- Performed hormone level tests and treatments for women experiencing hormone imbalances or for women dealing with postpartum depression.
- Counseled women with minor health issues such as acne, weight problems, hair loss and digestive issues.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of North Alabama
Florence08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Alabama
Florence07.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
George Corley Wallace State Community College - Selma
Selma, AL05.2018
Certificate - Nursing
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL12.2015
Skills
- Patient Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Health Screening
- Lab Result Interpretation
- Diabetes Management
- Setting up Referrals
- Preventive Health
- Well Visit Procedures
- Treatment Planning
- Critical Care
- Patient Counseling
- Managing Deadlines
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner Student- 60 Clinical Hours
Allegra Family Practice And Urgent Care
05.2023 - 07.2023
Nurse Practitioner Student- 120 Clinical Hours
Bear Creek Family Medicine
01.2023 - 03.2023
Nurse Practitioner Student- 420 Clinical Hours
Whatley Health Services
08.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Bryce Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
DCH Health Systems
08.2018 - 06.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bryce Hospital
05.2016 - 06.2017
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Glen Haven Health And Rehabilitation
01.2016 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of North Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Alabama
Associate of Science - Nursing
George Corley Wallace State Community College - Selma
Certificate - Nursing
Shelton State Community College
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