Dedicated Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with experience in high-volume outpatient primary care, providing comprehensive care to infants, children, and adolescents. Skilled in managing acute and chronic conditions, same-day visits, and delivering efficient, family-centered care. Seeking a remote or hybrid role with a focus on patient care, clinical quality, and sustainable workload.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Mackinac Straits Health System
Saint Ignace, MI
09.2024 - Current
Provide comprehensive primary care to pediatric patients ages 0-21 in a high-volume outpatient Rural Health Clinic
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions including respiratory illness, ADHD, anxiety, and developmental concerns
Conduct same-day/sick visits with efficient clinical decision-making and prioritization
Deliver clear, family-centered education on treatment plans, medications, immunizations, and preventative care.
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and referrals
Mentored new support staff on pediatric protocols and best practices to enhance team performance and patient outcomes
Maintain timely, accurate documentation in EMR
Adapt care delivery to include telehealth/virtual triage and visits when appropriate
Registered Nurse
Mackinac Straits Health System
Saint Ignace, MI
06.2019 - 08.2024
Provided skilled, timely care to patients of all ages in acute care setting, as well as outpatient family and pediatric primary care setting
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, adjusting care as necessary for optimal outcomes.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI
12-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
North Central Michigan College
Petoskey, Michigan
05-2019
Skills
Advanced pediatric health assessment
Acute care and same-day/sick visits
Chronic disease management
Telehealth and virtual care delivery when appropriate
Patient and family education
Clinical decision-making in high-volume settings
Care coordination and referrals
Effective communication with collaborating physician
Child wellness assessments, sports physical exams
Developmental and mental health screenings
Efficient and accurate EMR documentation (Experience with Epic and Allscripts)
Certification
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care, PNCB - September 2024
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Michigan Board of Nursing - September 2024