Outgoing Family Nurse Practitioner Student with terrific people skills, friendly demeanor and strong talents in caring for individuals. Effective leader consistently finding ways to improve healthcare quality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
PMHNP Student
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
08.2023 - Current
Conduct geriatric psychiatric assessments.
Assist with group therapy.
Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
McComb, MS
12.2022 - Current
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
FNP Student
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
08.2020 - Current
Completed 300+ hours of clinical work in advanced practice nursing.
Interviewed patients in both outpatient and crisis stabilization units.
Made diagnoses and recommended appropriate medications under preceptor's supervision.
Referred patients to other clinic and community resources based on needs.
Helped perform physical examinations, identified health history and administered health assessments and reviews.
Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
MDS Coordinator
Mccomb Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
McComb, MS
05.2010 - 12.2022
Reviewed missing assessment reports and analyzed issues for leadership team.
Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities.
Participated in quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy and reliability of data.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Freedom Memorial Behavior Hospital
Magnolia, MS
02.2018 - 04.2020
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to provide additional support and guidance.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
05.2024
Associate of Science - Medical Humanities And Health Studies