Sommer L. Kitchin
Boiling Springs,SC
Summary
Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with broad experience in primary care and family medicine. Strengths lie in patient education, preventive care and chronic disease management. Previous work has demonstrated significant impact on improving patient health outcomes through personalized treatment plans. Possess strong clinical skills, focused on delivering quality patient-centered care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Physician's Services Group (Part-time)
Gaffney, SC
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Implemented effective strategies through precise assessment and analysis of medical reports.
- Managed and provided care for a 104-bed facility catering to military veterans.
- Coordinated ordering and interpretation of diagnostic tests to devise and execute treatment strategies.
- Offered comprehensive support to veterans and caregivers by providing information on treatment choices, medical requirements, and alternate approaches.
- Collaborated with physicians, specialists, and medical personnel to design comprehensive treatment plans for chronic ailments.
- Improved veteran outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
- Assisted in managing residents' acute and chronic pain.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Providence Care
Simpsonville, SC
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Effectively managed complex cases with multiple comorbidities through critical thinking and expert consultations.
- Provided in-person complex care to 13-15 clients on a daily basis.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize patient care outcomes across various clinical settings.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in devising individualized treatment plans by monitoring patient response to medications
- Effectively implemented telehealth technology, resulting in increased patient convenience and maintained high-quality care.
Family Nurse Practitioner
SC House Calls & Agape Hospice
Greenville, SC
12.2019 - 02.2021
- Effectively handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities by utilizing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when needed.
- Optimized remote patient monitoring
- Implemented appropriate interventions upon accurate diagnosis of medical conditions based on thorough assessments.
- Utilized telehealth technology effectively, increasing convenience for patients while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Developed personalized treatment plans to address patients' specific needs while managing both acute and chronic ailments.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Mary Black Hospital
Spartanburg, SC
06.2011 - 11.2019
- Provided assistance during invasive procedures such as central line insertions and bronchoscopies under physician supervision.
- Advocated for patient autonomy and rights during decision-making processes, upholding ethical principles in critical care nursing practice.
- Implemented effective measures for life support, improving the chances of stabilizing patients in critical conditions.
- Served as preceptor for new graduate nurses, facilitating their entry into critical care practice.
- Evaluated and oversaw the treatment plans of patients with diverse diagnoses such as sepsis and acute respiratory distress.
- Analyzed hemodynamic measurements and intricate datasets, adjusting treatment plans accordingly to patient response.
Education
Master of Science: Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
South University
Savannah, GA09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Savannah, GA01.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SC12.2007
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Knowledge Enhancement
- Acute care management
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Health Education
- Treatment Plan Development
- EMR experience: EPIC, Athena, GehriMed & Point Click Care (PCC)
- Telehealth Proficiency
- Preventive Healthcare
Certification
- Licensed Advanced Practice Nurse: South Carolina (22823)
- Accrediting Agency, Field of study: FNP, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (F03190896)
- Active DEA
- Medicare Provider (NP6532)
- NPI (1003453093)
- BLS (expiration date: 01/01/2026)
- Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler- certificate of completion (01/22/2023)
Affiliations
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Summa Cum Laude
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing: PHI KAPPA CHAPTER, South University
- Masters of Science in Nursing: Honors
GAP in Employment
During the period from May, 2024 to September, 2024 I took a temporary hiatus from my professional career to provide full-time care for my terminally ill father. This experience, while challenging, reinforced my commitment to patient-centered care and deepened my understanding of the complexities involved in managing chronic and end-of-life conditions.
This time away from the workforce allowed me to develop my skills in empathy, communication, and holistic care, which I believe are essential qualities for a Family Nurse Practitioner. I am now eager to bring these insights and my clinical expertise back into my practice, demonstrating a renewed dedication to supporting patients and their families during critical times in their lives.
Thank you for considering my situation, and I look forward to discussing how my experiences can contribute positively to your team.
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Physician's Services Group (Part-time)
06.2023 - 05.2024
Family Nurse Practitioner
Providence Care
02.2021 - 04.2023
Family Nurse Practitioner
SC House Calls & Agape Hospice
12.2019 - 02.2021
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Mary Black Hospital
06.2011 - 11.2019
- Licensed Advanced Practice Nurse: South Carolina (22823)
- Accrediting Agency, Field of study: FNP, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (F03190896)
- Active DEA
- Medicare Provider (NP6532)
- NPI (1003453093)
- BLS (expiration date: 01/01/2026)
- Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler- certificate of completion (01/22/2023)
Master of Science: Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
South University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Spartanburg Community College
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