Sharon Colgate
Haddon Heights,NJ
Summary
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in management and supervision of medical staff. Skilled in outpatient teaching with a strong emphasis in symptom management, psychosocial distress, and goal of care discussions. Reputation as self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and leadership skills. Successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Penn Abramson Cancer Center
Philadelphia, PA
09.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Prescribed medications and therapeutic treatments for acute and chronic illnesses.
- Counseled patients about emotional issues such as stress management or depression.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for complex cases.
- Provided guidance regarding end of life decisions when applicable.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurse practitioners entering the field.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Advance Practice Nurse Practitioner
Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice
Mount Laurel, NJ
04.2017 - 09.2022
- Specialized in inpatient palliative care
- Provided symptom management
- Coordinated goal of care discussions
- Managed end of life needs
- Coordinated comfort care
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson University, College of Nursing
Philadelphia, PA05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson, College of Nursing
Philadelphia, PA05.2012
Skills
- Medication Dosage Determination
- Care Planning
- Drug Regimen Counseling
- Medication Prescribing
- Palliative Care
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Outpatient Care
- Telemedicine Appointments
- Hospice Education
Certification
Licensed Nurse Practitioner in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey
Specializing in Palliative Care at Penn Abramson Cancer Center
BLS Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Penn Abramson Cancer Center
09.2022 - Current
Advance Practice Nurse Practitioner
Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice
04.2017 - 09.2022
Master of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson University, College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson, College of Nursing
Licensed Nurse Practitioner in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey
Specializing in Palliative Care at Penn Abramson Cancer Center
BLS Certified
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