Sara Weneck
Nurse Practitioner
Denver,CO
Summary
Highly qualified and board certified Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of experience driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
CORRECTIONAL HEALTH PARTNERS
1 2021 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired results.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Nurse Practitioner
PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINE ASSOCIATES
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Direct patient care for patients ages 0-27 with a variety of endocrine disorders, including thyroid dysfunction, Type I and Type II diabetes mellitus, growth disorders, delayed puberty, PCOS, adrenal disorders, and transgender care.
- Review continuous glucose monitoring reports and make recommendations for insulin regimen changes as needed
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly through labs, radiology reports, and hormone testing.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement holistic care approaches for chronic disease management.
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO - COLLEGE OF NURSING
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Enhanced clinical learning experiences by incorporating innovative teaching strategies and relevant case studies.
- Provided educational lectures and facilitated discussions on weekly basis.
- Evaluated student performance through ongoing assessment, providing constructive feedback and promoting academic growth.
Cardiac Transplant Nurse Practitioner
CHILDRENS HOSPITAL COLORADO
11.2014 - 03.2019
- Direct patient care of cardiology patients ages 0-40, including medication management of inotropes, diuretics, IVIG, and plasmapheresis infusions, and immune suppression medications, in addition to basic primary care.
- Care coordination including setting up home care services, outpatient infusions, heart catheterizations, communication with multiple specialists, primary care providers, school services, and social work.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and treatment plans.
- Participated in daily discussions with patients and their families about life goals, quality of life, treatment options, and other concerns related to living with a shortened lifespan.
Education
Post Masters Certificate, Family Nurse Practitioner Program -
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER
Denver, ColoradoMaster of Science, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner -
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER
Denver, ColoradoBachelor of Science, Nursing -
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER
Denver, ColoradoSkills
Patient Examination
Diagnosis and treatment
Patient Education
Interprofessional Collaboration
Palliative Care
Treatment Plan Development
Chronic Disease Management
ACLS/PALS/BLS
Certification
Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, AANP
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINE ASSOCIATES
02.2023 - 05.2024
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO - COLLEGE OF NURSING
07.2019 - 08.2022
Cardiac Transplant Nurse Practitioner
CHILDRENS HOSPITAL COLORADO
11.2014 - 03.2019
Nurse Practitioner
CORRECTIONAL HEALTH PARTNERS
1 2021 - Current
Post Masters Certificate, Family Nurse Practitioner Program -
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER
Master of Science, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner -
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER