Sandy McAlister Nurse Practitioner
Kingston,OK
Summary
Compassionate New Grad Family Nurse Practitioner with clinical experience in diverse healthcare settings. Demonstrates strong patient assessment skills and commitment to delivering holistic, high-quality care. Focused on fostering trust and building relationships with patients to enhance care outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Clinical Nurse Practitioner
Alliance Health Clinic
Kingston, OK
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Adult Practice 180+ hours with Alliance Health Clinic (Precepted with T. Matchen, APRN)
- Pediatric Practice 180+ hours with Alliance Health Clinic (Precepted with T. Matchen, APRN)
- Pediatric and Family Practice 180+ hours with Alliance Health Clinic (Precepted with Dr. N. Elass M.D.)
ICD-10 Coding Specialist
Mays Housecall Home Health
Madill, Oklahoma
11.2012 - 09.2024
- Collaborated across multiple disciplines within home health framework to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assigned accurate ICD-10 diagnosis codes for Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement.
- Conducted clinical record audits in compliance with agency policies and federal regulations.
- Monitored and improved quality assurance and performance outcomes through systematic evaluation.
- Performed patient care visits as required to address specific needs.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Medical Center Of Southeastern Oklahoma
Durant, Oklahoma
05.1996 - 05.2011
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
- Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
- Provided direct patient care to labor and delivery patients, including assessments, treatments, medications administration, and education.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Cared for high risk pregnancies utilizing specialized knowledge of obstetrical nursing practices.
- Demonstrated ability to respond quickly in emergency situations while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Went PRN October 2003 and worked PRN to May of 2011.
Registered Nurse, NICU/Nursery/Postpartum Registered Nurse
Valley View Regional Hospital
Ada, Oklahoma
10.2003 - 07.2007
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Graceland University
Independence, MO04-2020
Skills
- Health promotion strategies
- Treatment planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Quality assurance processes
- Diagnosis formulation
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner from ANCC
- Compact License Registered Nurse
- Certified ICD-10 Coder
- Certified Botox and Filler Injector
Affiliations
- Enjoy flower gardening, and yard work on my time off.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Clinical Nurse Practitioner
Alliance Health Clinic
04.2019 - 04.2020
ICD-10 Coding Specialist
Mays Housecall Home Health
11.2012 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse, NICU/Nursery/Postpartum Registered Nurse
Valley View Regional Hospital
10.2003 - 07.2007
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Medical Center Of Southeastern Oklahoma
05.1996 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Graceland University
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