SUZANNA FULLER
NACOGDOCHES,TX
Summary
Accomplished Family Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record at Itasca Healing Medical Practice, adept in chronic disease management and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Expert in leveraging research for chronic complex medical issues, significantly enhancing health outcomes. Skilled in clinical decision-making and interpreting laboratory results, ensuring high-quality patient care. Works closely with specialty physicians on the diagnostic workups in order to improve their treatment plans. Skilled in patient assessment, evidence- based practice, and chronic disease management. Excels in communication, empathy, and critical thinking to deliver exceptional care to patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Itasca Healing Medical Practice
Nacogdoches, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.
- Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory disorders, or chronic diseases like diabetes or hypertension.
- Educated patients and families about medical treatments and self-care management techniques.
- Evaluated research data related to new developments in healthcare delivery models.
- Initiated referrals to other healthcare specialists as necessary.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients on proper nutrition, exercise regimens, stress management techniques.
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing skin lesions.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Provided guidance during end-of-life decisions for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Developed strategies for disease prevention and health promotion in the community setting.
- Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for patients.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
- Coordinated with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
Nurse Practitioner
Family First Primary Care- Memorial Hospital
Nacogdoches, TX
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Evaluated research data related to new developments in healthcare delivery models.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Developed strategies for disease prevention and health promotion in the community setting.
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
- Coordinated with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
Nurse Practitioner
Nacogdoches Health Partners
Nacogdoches, TX
11.2018 - 05.2022
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation, or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
- Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
South University
Savannah, GA10-2018
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
South University
Savannah, GA07-2016
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Angelina College
Lufkin, TX05-2007
Skills
- Physical assessments
- Preventive care
- Research utilization
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Geriatric care
- Chronic disease management
- Diagnosis formulation
- Clinical decision making
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Clinical care standards
- Treatment plan development
- Patient education
Accomplishments
- won best nurse practitioner of Nacogdoches in 2022, 2023, and 2024
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Itasca Healing Medical Practice
07.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Family First Primary Care- Memorial Hospital
05.2022 - 07.2024
Nurse Practitioner
Nacogdoches Health Partners
11.2018 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
South University
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
South University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Angelina College
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