Experienced pediatric nurse practitioner offering over 8 years of direct patient care. Skilled in building rapport and establishing personal connections with families. Committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services and prioritizing the well-being of young patients. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Jacksonville Pediatric Associates Town Center
10.2023 - Current
Worked under the direct supervision of physician to provide high quality care to pediatric patients.
Conducted 24-35 patient visits daily.
Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis
Diagnosed and responded to acute illnesses and physical conditions through prescription medications, health counseling, and education.
Provided anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practice.
Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Bambini Pediatrics
03.2018 - 09.2023
Practiced independently alongside other nurse practitioners and physicians
Collaborated with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, therapists, and developmental services to provide collaborative care
Provided care to 20-35 patients daily
Conducted well-visits from newborn to 21 years old
Counseled families on vaccinations and CDC schedule
Prescribed and managed ADHD medications
Conducted mental health visits with medication management
Communicated openly with children and parents regarding diagnosis and treatments
Consistently a top performer and mentor to fellow co-workers at the practice
Provided concierge care to patients and families under supervision of overseeing physician
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Cannizzaro Integrative Pediatric Center
02.2017 - 03.2018
Treated 8-12 patients daily
Practiced allopathic care alongside functional medicine
Discussed dietary modifications to manage acute and chronic conditions
Oversaw and handled allergy program which introduced and managed SLIT therapy
Obtained and interpreted both conventional and functional labs
Pediatric Nurse
Wolfson Childrens Hospital
07.2011 - 01.2017
Worked with physicians, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, and social workers on a 24-bed floor with bone marrow unit
Chemotherapy certified
Evaluated patient statuses, performed assessments, drew labs, and administered chemotherapy
Advocated for patients
Physical Exams Health Promotion
Diagnostic Tests Disease Prevention
Mental Health Urgent Care
Education
DOCTORATE NURSING -
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
GAINESVILLE, FL
12.2016
BACHELORS NURSING -
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
TALLAHASSEE, FL
04.2011
Skills
Collaborative care
Patient management
Mental health counseling
Medication management
Communication
Dietary modifications
Allergy management
Lab interpretation
Patient advocacy
Physical exams
Health promotion
Diagnostic testing
Disease prevention
Urgent care
Credentials
DNP
CPNP-PC
Software
Microsoft
PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Timeline
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Jacksonville Pediatric Associates Town Center
10.2023 - Current
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Bambini Pediatrics
03.2018 - 09.2023
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Cannizzaro Integrative Pediatric Center
02.2017 - 03.2018
Pediatric Nurse
Wolfson Childrens Hospital
07.2011 - 01.2017
DOCTORATE NURSING -
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
BACHELORS NURSING -
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
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