Saundra Marie Hickson
Bloomfield,MO
Summary
Experienced Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong focus on patient advocacy and collaboration. Expertise in conducting comprehensive health assessments and developing tailored treatment plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through multidisciplinary teamwork.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Mercy
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
04.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for diverse patient populations.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Performed diagnostic tests and interpreted results to guide treatment decisions.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as needed.
- Prescribed medications within scope of practice following best practices guidelines.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning decisions.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system according to established standards.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Provided support to family members by offering guidance in understanding treatment options available for their loved ones.
- Advocated for patients' health and wellbeing, acting as a liaison between patients and other healthcare providers.
Registered Nurse
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
Poplar Bluff, Missouri
06.2018 - 04.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic health records.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices.
LPN Charge Nurse
Lutheran Home
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and compliance with protocols.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to maintain efficient operations.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and nursing standards.
- Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs and conditions.
- Trained new nursing staff on procedures, policies, and best practices in patient care.
Communications Officer
Stoddard County Sheriff's Office
Bloomfield, Missouri
06.2013 - 08.2016
- Operated radio communication systems to relay critical information to officers.
- Monitored emergency calls and prioritized dispatching based on urgency.
- Coordinated responses with multiple agencies during crisis situations.
- Maintained accurate logs of all dispatched calls and incidents.
- Assisted officers by providing real-time updates on ongoing situations.
- Managed non-emergency calls, directing inquiries to appropriate services.
- Trained new dispatchers on protocols and communication procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Cox College
Springfield, MO12-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Methodist University
Fayette, Missouri, MO12-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southeast College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Cape Girardeau, MO06-2018
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Sikeston Career And Technology Center
Sikeston, MO08-2016
Skills
- Evidence-based practice
- Patient assessment
- Treatment planning
- Electronic medical records
- Medication management
- Chronic care management
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Affiliations
- Enjoys playing the piano and singing.
- Love to cook and bake.
- Enjoys spending time with family
Certification
- ANCC 2022
- CPR 2025
References
- Andy Holden. Chief Deputy of Stoddard County Sheriff's Office
573-820-3684. 896@stoddardcosd.com
- Dr. Joseph Starke (Mercy)
606-269-2832. Joseph.Starke@mercy.net
- Darby Phillips. Family Nurse Practitioner (Saint Francis Medical Center)
573-718-7446 dbphillipsnp@gmail.com
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Mercy
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
06.2018 - 04.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Lutheran Home
08.2016 - 06.2018
Communications Officer
Stoddard County Sheriff's Office
06.2013 - 08.2016
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Cox College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Methodist University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southeast College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Sikeston Career And Technology Center