Stephanie Powers, MSN, NP-C
Rapid City,SD
Summary
Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in aviation and occupational medicine within the United States Air Force, specializing in patient assessment and emergency management. Board certified full-spectrum family nurse practitioner skilled in educating patients and families on managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Medicine, Nurse Practitioner
United States Air Force
Tinker AFB, OK
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Delivered medical care and evaluations for aircrew under FAA regulations, including multidisciplinary fitness-for-duty exams.
- Interpreted aviation medical histories and test results to ensure accuracy.
- Provided medical support for operational missions, enhancing deployment planning, execution.
- Advised senior leadership on evidence-based initiatives to optimize aircrew performance.
Aviation Medicine, Nurse Practitioner
United States Air Force
Barksdale AFB, LA
07.2019 - 07.2023
- Managed daily operations of multi-doctor health clinic while overseeing base-wide programs.
- Ensured adherence to healthcare regulations and standards during COVID-19 outbreak.
- Conducted comprehensive medical evaluations for aircrew and aviation personnel to ensure compliance with military flight requirements.
- Provided emergency medical care during in-flight incidents and ground emergencies.
Family Medicine, Nurse Practitioner
United States Air Force
Luke AFB, AZ
06.2015 - 07.2019
- Oversaw treatment for 20+ patients daily, including wellness exams and prescription management.
- Led a team of 4 providers, 6 technicians, and 1 RN to enhance patient care.
- Championed continuous quality improvement projects that reduced costs and improved regulatory compliance.
- Mentored new nurse practitioners and physician assistants during onboarding and training sessions.
Family Medicine, Nurse Practitioner
United States Air Force
Kirtland AFB, NM
06.2011 - 06.2015
- Provided primary care services, encompassing diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to formulate individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care coordination.
- Executed minor surgical procedures including injecting joints, suturing lacerations, and excising skin lesions.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences
Bethesda, MDMaster of Science - Counseling and Human Development, Counseling
South Dakota State University
Rapid City, SDBachelor of Science - Nursing, Registered Nurse
South Dakota State University
Rapid City, SDBachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Dakota School of Mines And Technology
Rapid City, SDSkills
- Patient assessment and clinical judgement
- Medication management
- Diagnostic testing and interpretation
- Disease management strategies
- Patient education and health promotion
- Records review and report preparation
- Aviation medical regulations
- Healthcare compliance standards
- EHR and data management
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Interpersonal communication
- Team collaboration
- Staff training and precepting
- Emergency management
Certification
- Board Certification with American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Certificate, Aviation Medicine at United States Air Force School of Aviation Medicine (USAFSAM)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Hazardous Life Support (AHLS)
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
- Licensed RN, APRN (SD, NM)
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Aviation Medicine, Nurse Practitioner
United States Air Force
07.2023 - 08.2025
Aviation Medicine, Nurse Practitioner
United States Air Force
07.2019 - 07.2023
Family Medicine, Nurse Practitioner
United States Air Force
06.2015 - 07.2019
Family Medicine, Nurse Practitioner
United States Air Force
06.2011 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences
Master of Science - Counseling and Human Development, Counseling
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Registered Nurse
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Dakota School of Mines And Technology
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