Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Sierra Spencer

Summary

Dedicated DNP, FNP-C with a proven track record at Denovo Pain Management, showcasing exceptional critical thinking and teamwork skills. Excelled in developing patient-centered treatment plans and significantly improving patient outcomes through innovative pain management techniques. Demonstrated effective collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to enhance patient care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DNP, FNP-C

Denovo Pain Management
2024.01 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
  • Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired results.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Ordered and performed interventional pain procedures, including occipital nerve blocks, trigger point injections, and spinal stimulator trials.
  • Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat chronic pain patients.
  • Educated patients and their family members on pain management, treatment options, and coping strategies
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure coordination of care for patients with complex pain conditions.

BSN, RN

Roper Hospital
2017.11 - Current
  • Proficiently evaluate, record, and monitor various medical conditions to post-surgical patients, including general, gynecological, colorectal, urologic, and palliative surgeries.
  • Ability to recognize acute changes in patient conditions in a timely manner and intervene as deemed appropriate within my scope of practice
  • Coordinate care between nursing staff and other healthcare disciplines by fostering effective communication and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Act as an advocate for patients and their families by addressing their needs, concerns, and providing education about their care and treatment plans
  • Manage foley catheters, surgical drains, and ostomy bags; monitor frequent vital signs, sedation, and pain levels; maintained IV and central lines
  • Educate post-operative patients on wound care and pain management in the home setting
  • Serve as a rotating charge nurse to my unit where I provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to the nursing staff based on their skills, competence, and workload

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO
05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Central Methodist University
Fayette, MO
08.2017

Bachelor of Health Science -

University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO
05.2016

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking

Accomplishments

    Daisy Award Winner - July 2021

Certification

  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Certification #F08230019

Exp July 2028

  • Nurse Practitioner License - South Carolina

Exp April 2024

  • Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association

Exp February 2026

  • Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Exp February 2026

Timeline

DNP, FNP-C

Denovo Pain Management
2024.01 - Current

BSN, RN

Roper Hospital
2017.11 - Current

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner

University of Missouri - Columbia

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Central Methodist University

Bachelor of Health Science -

University of Missouri - Columbia
  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Certification #F08230019

Exp July 2028

  • Nurse Practitioner License - South Carolina

Exp April 2024

  • Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association

Exp February 2026

  • Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Exp February 2026

Sierra Spencer