Highly qualified Texas Board-Certified Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner working as a Hospitalist NP, responsible for Supervising and intervening with clinical issues and supports/direct triage by clinical staff when necessary, and also Implementing clinical education and training or clinical staff when necessary.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Cornerstone LTAC Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
St David’s Medical Center
05.2020 - 06.2023
Currently working as PRN Hospitalist NP with Teamhealth
Delivered individualized patient care across all areas of primary care for adults, including internal medicine, behavioral health screenings, minor injury assessment and treatment, and full scope of care for acute/episodic medical issues
Provided in-patient consultations, ordered diagnostic labs and imaging assessments, determined diagnosis, developed a plan of care, prescribed treatments and medications, and adjusted medication regimen
Increased patient and nurse satisfaction with the hospitalist team by providing faster response to pages, bedside assessment as needed, and by providing education to staff, patients, and families
Provided patient education and advised family members/caregivers on on-going treatment considerations.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
Registered Nurse
Cedar Park Regional Medical Center
08.2015 - 03.2020
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses including ARDS, Acute kidney failure require CVVHD, Ventilator management, Acute CVA, TIA, Seizures, Bowel obstructions, pneumonia, MI, IABP, cardiac arrest, hypothermia treatment, UTI, and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings, and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses.
Registered Nurse
St. David’s Medical Center
12.2012 - 06.2015
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including IABP, CVVHD, Roto-prone therapy, and post hypothermia procedures
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management, and lifestyle options
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention.
Registered Nurse
Southside Hospital
07.2009 - 08.2012
Cared for patients in a 26-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications, and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including the care of post intracranial surgeries, VP shunts, ventriculostomies, Roto prone therapy, Bi-level ventilator care, and CRRT procedures
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and CCRN certification and workshops.
Registered Nurse
Palmetto General Hospital
10.2006 - 05.2009
Delivered outstanding care to patients who underwent various surgical procedures with the diagnoses of SBO, renal ca, prostate ca, VATS, PPM, AAA rupture, and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined the next course of action
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
Escorts Heart Institute
12.2004 - 09.2006
Provided skilled, timely, and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients with various heart procedures (CABG, AVR, LVAD, MID-CABG, and on pump cases)
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings, and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
Masters in Nursing - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
Bachelors in Nursing - BSN
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
Skills
CCRN
TNCC trauma Certification
ACLS
BLS
Intravenous therapy
Emergency Management
Timeline
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Cornerstone LTAC Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
St David’s Medical Center
05.2020 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse
Cedar Park Regional Medical Center
08.2015 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
St. David’s Medical Center
12.2012 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse
Southside Hospital
07.2009 - 08.2012
Registered Nurse
Palmetto General Hospital
10.2006 - 05.2009
Registered Nurse
Escorts Heart Institute
12.2004 - 09.2006
Masters in Nursing - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner