Sarah Hinson
Havana,Florida
Summary
Dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience delivering primary healthcare. Known for effectively coordinating multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline operations across various clinical settings.
Overview
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1
Certification
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Department of Veterans Affairs
Tallahassee, FL
05.2014 - 03.2026
- Provides primary healthcare for all patients.
- Performed routine health screenings and physical examinations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline patient care coordination.
- Coordinated quality improvement program initiatives to enhance patient care standards.
- Organized schedules and coordinated staff across all clinical settings to optimize workflow.
- Supports daily operations for clinical services across six clinical settings.
- Serves as clinical coordinator for a full-time role.
- Communicates clearly with patients, families, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Advance Registered Nurse Practitioner
Bond Community Health Center, Inc.
Tallahassee, FL
11.2013 - 04.2014
- Delivered primary healthcare services to homeless population at Kay Freeman Health Center, addressing urgent medical needs and promoting overall well-being.
- Obtain complete histories and perform pertinent physical exams with assessment of normal and abnormal findings on new and return patients
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and evaluations.
- Performed and evaluated diagnostic studies based on patient evaluations.
- Orders and furnishes medications according to best practices.
- Facilitated effective communication and engagement with patients, families, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds to ensure comprehensive care.
- Provided education on disease management and healthy lifestyle choices, empowering patients to take control of their health.
Senior Community Health Nursing Director
Gadsden County Health Department
Quincy, FL
10.2010 - 11.2013
- Developed progressive programs to address evolving community health needs.
- Engaged in community activities to identify health needs, enhance client services, and advance agency objectives.
- Collaborate with other health specialists and civic groups to ascertain health needs in the county.
- Participate in community planning concerning health and social welfare problems.
- Participate in establishing programs for guidance and professional development of nursing staff.
- Executed personnel duties by hiring staff and evaluating work performance.
- Executed daily operations of Personal Health Services
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for health department operations.
- Provided general medical care and treatment to patients in clinic, health center and public health agency.
- Prepared and submitted budget estimates to support effective allocation of resources for nursing activities.
- Established partnerships with state agencies to support health policy implementation.
Chief Nurse
Department of Air Force Reserve (Retired)
Moody AFB, GA
11.2009 - 10.2013
- Coordinated nurses and medical technicians to enhance delivery of nursing care within Contributed to team-based healthcare delivery as a member of 476 AMDF Medical Group. Medical Group.
- 476 AMDF
- Weekend Drill and Annual Tour
- Led nursing operations for military personnel and their families.
- Developed and implemented training programs for nursing staff and medical teams to improve clinical competencies.
- Oversaw quality assurance measures to ensure adherence to best practices in nursing procedures.
- Mentored junior nurses to promote professional development and best practices.
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, LEON COUNTY
Tallahassee, Florida
08.2000 - 10.2010
- Provide general medical care and treatment to patients in a clinic, a health center, and a public health agency.
- Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient needs and medical histories.
- Performed physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of the physician.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care strategies.
- Discussed case with a physician and other health professionals to prepare a comprehensive a patient care plan.
- Referred patients to a physician for consultation and to specialized health resources for treatment.
- Served as clinical preceptor, guiding nursing and advanced degree students in practical applications of patient care.
- Led community engagement efforts for Leon County Family Planning Program, strengthening local health initiatives.
- Managed staff training for all types of disasters at the Special Needs Shelter.
- Worked in health department, providing essential medical services.
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, SPECIAL OPERATION COMMAND
MacDill AFB, Florida
10.2008 - 11.2009
- Provided primary healthcare to up to 3000 active duty, reserve, family, and retired members of USSOCOM HQ.
- Conducted medical readiness assessments for pre- and post-deployment, ensuring all branches of the United States Military were prepared for operational readiness.
- Provided comprehensive medical services consistently, enhancing patient care and continuity within the healthcare system.
- Assessed, referred, treated, and documented mental health and substance abuse problems.
- Elicited and recorded information about the patient's medical history.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition.
- Analyzed reports, tests, and examinations to accurately determine patient conditions and guide effective treatment plans.
- Inoculated and vaccinated soldiers to protect from peace and wartime diseases.
- Worked full-time in a medical role providing patient care and support.
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE RESERVE, 325 MEDICAL SQUADRON
Tyndall AFB, Florida
10.1999 - 10.2008
- Provide general medical care and treatment to patients in clinic.
- Collaborated with physician and health professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Conducted physical examinations and implemented preventive health measures, adhering to physician's guidelines.
- Recorded physical findings and formulated a plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition.
- Facilitated referrals for patients to physicians and specialized health resources for optimal treatment.
- Participated in weekend drills for military training
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
TALLAHASSEE PRIMARY CARE ASSOCIATE, DR. FRED ROSS
Tallahassee, Florida
06.1998 - 08.2000
- Provide general medical care and treatment to patients in clinic and long-term health centers.
- Performed physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of the physician.
- Ordered, interpreted, and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify clinical problems and determine appropriate health care needs.
- Recorded physical findings and formulated a plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition.
- Collaborated with physician and health professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Recommended medications and treatments, including physical therapy and inhalation therapy, to address patient needs.
- Referred patients to a physician for consultation and to specialized health resources for treatment.
- Full-time
Nurse Manager
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, 78th MEDICAL GROUP
Warner Robins Air Force Base, Georgia
07.1994 - 09.1996
- Coordinated patient care activities across 78th Medical Group facilities to enhance service delivery.
- Trained and managed eight enlisted staff assigned to internal medicine clinic and achieved significant improvements in their productivity.
- Supervised nursing staff to maintain compliance with military medical standards and improve patient safety.
- Ensured patient needs were addressed per hospital administrative procedures and standards.
- Evaluated nursing activities to ensure patient care, staff relations and efficiency of service.
- Implemented training programs for new nurses and medical personnel.
- Interpreted hospital policies to ensure patient needs were met.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
- Full-time
Clinical Nurse
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, 82nd MEDICAL GROUP
Wichita Falls, Texas
10.1991 - 07.1994
- Coordinated night shift activities for the hospital nursing department to ensure efficient patient care.
- Responded promptly to emergency assistance requests from various departments to support critical patient needs.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Provide general nursing care to patients in the hospital.
- Observed techniques of, and services rendered by, nursing staff to ensure adherence to hospital guidelines.
- Identified and addressed issues in the nursing department, including understaffing and absenteeism, to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Reviewed reports of the patient's general physical condition, reactions to medications and medical history.
- Worked full-time in hospital nursing department
Community Health Nurse
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, GADSDEN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
QUINCY, FLORIDA
06.1990 - 10.1991
- Visited homes to assess patient and family needs, developed tailored care plans, and delivered nursing services to improve health outcomes.
- Collaborated with community members and health personnel to assess and plan for necessary health-related services, ensuring comprehensive care delivery.
- Instructed individuals and families on health education and disease prevention, enhancing community awareness and proactive health management.
- Participated in programs to safeguard the health of children including child health conferences, school health, group instruction for parents and immunization programs.
- Administered treatments to the patient following the physician's instructions.
- Referred patients with social and emotional problems to other community agencies for assistance.
- Worked full-time in a community health agency providing health education and services.
Staff Nurse
TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Tallahassee, FL
06.1988 - 05.1990
- Coordinated nursing activities in the hospital unit, ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Led nursing team in delivering comprehensive care to multiple patients, enhancing team collaboration.
- Assigned duties and managed nursing service to optimize workflow and patient support.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Provide general nursing care to patients in the hospital.
- Prepared equipment and aided the physician during treatments and examinations of patients.
- Directed preparation and maintenance of patients' clinical records.
- Worked full-time in nursing
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville, Georgia01-1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida01-1988
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Diagnostic evaluation
- Care planning
- Quality improvement
- Clinical documentation
- Regulatory standards
- Patient education
Additional Training
- Colposcopy for Advanced Practice Emory University
- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Affiliations
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioner
- American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology
- Florida Nurses Association
Certification
- AMERICAN ACADEMY OF NURSE PRACTITIONERS
Timeline
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Department of Veterans Affairs
05.2014 - 03.2026
Advance Registered Nurse Practitioner
Bond Community Health Center, Inc.
11.2013 - 04.2014
Senior Community Health Nursing Director
Gadsden County Health Department
10.2010 - 11.2013
Chief Nurse
Department of Air Force Reserve (Retired)
11.2009 - 10.2013
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, SPECIAL OPERATION COMMAND
10.2008 - 11.2009
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, LEON COUNTY
08.2000 - 10.2010
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE RESERVE, 325 MEDICAL SQUADRON
10.1999 - 10.2008
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
TALLAHASSEE PRIMARY CARE ASSOCIATE, DR. FRED ROSS
06.1998 - 08.2000
Nurse Manager
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, 78th MEDICAL GROUP
07.1994 - 09.1996
Clinical Nurse
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, 82nd MEDICAL GROUP
10.1991 - 07.1994
Community Health Nurse
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, GADSDEN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
06.1990 - 10.1991
Staff Nurse
TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
06.1988 - 05.1990
Master of Science - Nursing
Georgia College & State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida State University