Shazia J. Joseph
Hamden,CT
Summary
Objective: To obtain a family nurse practitioner position in your company that will allow me to use my clinical experience, education, and skills to improve the quality of patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
North East Medical Group Walk-in
North Haven, CT
11.2022 - Current
- Assessed and diagnosed acute illnesses and injuries, such as sore throats, ear infections, colds, flu-like symptoms, lacerations, sprains, fractures and other medical conditions.
- Ordered diagnostic tests including X-rays and lab work when needed to aid in diagnosis of illness or injury.
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing wounds or draining abscesses.
Nurse Practitioner
Genesis Medica
Hamden, CT
06.2020 - Current
- Primary care, MAT (suboxone/alcohol), weightloss.
- 18-20 patients a day (Physical, acute visit, chronic disease management, MAT)
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services, follow-up care, urgent care, on-call emergency consultation.
- Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
- Managed chronic disease such as hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, diabetes, renal failure, CHF, Asthma, COPD, Obesity, Depression. Anxiety, Substance abuse, Chronic pain.
- Managed acute illness, Conjunctivitis, Sinusitis, Cellulitis, UTI, Asthma/COPD/ CHF exacerbation, Influenza, COVID-19.
- Medication assisted treatment for opioid dependence and alcohol dependence with suboxone and vivtrol injections.
- Managed depression, anxiety and ADHD.
- Managed weight loss with Adipex.
- I&D, PAP smear, Suturing, EKG interpretation, administering IM/Subcutaneous injections, Ear Irrigation, skin prick allergy test.
Nurse Practitioner
In House Care Nursing Home (Part Time)
Waterbuery, CT
10.2019 - Current
- Performed physical exams, Wound care (acute and chronic, venous ulcers), ordering and evaluating lab tests as well as medications.
- Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions: Hypertension, Hyerlipedemia, Diabetes, Wound infection, Urinary tract infection, Pneumonia, CHF. Chronic pain.
- Provided palliative care ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Village Medical associates.
North Haven, CT
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
- Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
- Managed chronic disease such as hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, Heart failure, Asthma, COPD, Obesity, Depression. Anxiety, Chronic pain.
- Managed acute illness, Conjunctivitis, Sinusitis, Cellulitis, UTI, Asthma/COPD/ CHF exacerbation. I&D, Suturing.
Montowese Health & Rehabilitation Center
, CT
01.2010 - 04.2019
- Delivered care to 30 patients per day, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment and prevent return hospitalization.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including Hypertension, Diabetes, CHF, COPD, asthma, seizure disorders, UTI, and pneumonia.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, policies and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Skills Blood draw, establishing Intravenous access, Applying wound vac.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
West Haven Medical Group
West Haven, CT
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab tests as well as medications.
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Pedi-Care
Shelton, CT
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test on patient.
- Assessed infants and children for optimal growth and development.
- Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Norwalk Community Center
Norwalk, CT
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Offered preventive services such as gynecological examinations, performed pelvic exam, STI testing, PAP test, Post operative care.
- Provided women's health services for contraception, reproductive concerns and family planning.
- Ordering and evaluating lab test.
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Advanced Pediatric Care
West Haven, CT
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Offered preventive services such as well-child, immunization.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test on patient.
- Assessed infants and children for optimal growth and development.
- Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
- Diagnosed and treated patients with asthma, GERD, urinary tract infection, rash, ear infection, constipation, failure to thrive.
- Explained treatment plan, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
- Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Hartford Healthcare Medical Group
, CT
02.2017 - 04.2017
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab tests as well as medications.
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
ProHealth Physicians
Plainville, CT
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab tests as well as medications.
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Urgent Care, Concentra Urgent care
New haven, CT
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Performed physical exams for job, DOT, school, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Assessed and treated for musculoskeletal injuries, acute infections.
- Suturing, wound care, x-ray interpretation, EKG interpretation, Ear irrigation.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family medicine and Leadership
Quinnipiac University
01.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
10.2010
Skills
- MAT/Suboxone license
- Preventive Care: Immunization, PAP test
- Ear irrigation, IV insertion, Blood draw, EKG interpretation
- Laceration repair/Suturing
- Splinting
- Suture/staple removal
- I&D
- Carpel Tunnel Shoulder and knee joint cortisone injection
- Trigger point lidocaine injection
Accomplishments
- Certifications/License:
- CT RN 2010
- CT APRN 2019
- AANP Board certified 2019.
- CT DEA license 2019.
- MAT/Suboxone license 2020.
- AED/CPR certification (Basic life support).
- Electronic Medical Record Software: Familiar ECW, EPIC, Sigma Care & PCC.
- Language: Hindi, Punjabi and English.
- Membership: Sigma Theta Tao.
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
North East Medical Group Walk-in
11.2022 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Genesis Medica
06.2020 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
In House Care Nursing Home (Part Time)
10.2019 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Village Medical associates.
04.2019 - 03.2020
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
West Haven Medical Group
01.2018 - 04.2018
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Pedi-Care
10.2017 - 12.2017
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Norwalk Community Center
10.2017 - 12.2017
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Advanced Pediatric Care
06.2017 - 08.2017
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Hartford Healthcare Medical Group
02.2017 - 04.2017
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
ProHealth Physicians
09.2016 - 12.2016
Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Urgent Care, Concentra Urgent care
06.2016 - 08.2016
Montowese Health & Rehabilitation Center
01.2010 - 04.2019
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family medicine and Leadership
Quinnipiac University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
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