Somer Wallace
Canfield,OH
Summary
Hardworking Nurse Practitioner with 5 years of experience conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab testing and prescribing treatments or medications to address diverse conditions. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate pain and illness. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
ONE Health Ohio
09.2018 - 12.2023
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
Staff RN - Intermediate
St. Elizabeth’s Healthcare Center
10.2016 - 09.2018
Staff RN - Medical-Surgical/Gastroenterology
Trumbull Memorial Hospital
10.2014 - 08.2017
Travel RN - Medical-Surgical/Oncology/Telemetry/Orthopedics/Rehab/Neurology/Trauma
Medical Staffing Options
02.2013 - 10.2014
Staff RN- Medical-Surgical/Oncology/Urology
St. Elizabeth’s Healthcare Center
09.2011 - 02.2013
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing -
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, Ohio01.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, Ohio01.2011
Skills
- Electronic charting experience: Epic, McKesson, Meditech, NextGen and Cerner
- Patient Communication
- Laboratory Testing
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Lab Result Evaluation
- Physical Assessments
- Preventive Care
- Patient Education
- Family Education
- Treatment Plan Development
Certification
- Ohio RN license – Current
- Texas RN license – Expired
- California RN license – Expired
- Missouri RN license – Expired
- CPR – Expires 3/2024
- DATA Waiver 2000
Affiliations
- Ohio Association of Advanced Practice Nurses
- Sigma Theta Tau Honors Society
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
ONE Health Ohio
09.2018 - 12.2023
Staff RN - Intermediate
St. Elizabeth’s Healthcare Center
10.2016 - 09.2018
Staff RN - Medical-Surgical/Gastroenterology
Trumbull Memorial Hospital
10.2014 - 08.2017
Travel RN - Medical-Surgical/Oncology/Telemetry/Orthopedics/Rehab/Neurology/Trauma
Medical Staffing Options
02.2013 - 10.2014
Staff RN- Medical-Surgical/Oncology/Urology
St. Elizabeth’s Healthcare Center
09.2011 - 02.2013
Masters of Science in Nursing -
Youngstown State University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Youngstown State University
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