Theresa Jones
Leander
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for advanced patient care roles. Proven ability to deliver high-quality medical services with strong focus on patient outcomes. Skilled in diagnostic procedures, treatment plans, and patient education. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and reliable performance in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Family First Healthcare
04.2010 - 09.2024
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students, fostering their clinical skills development in primary care settings.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
- Developed strong relationships with local healthcare providers to facilitate seamless coordination of referrals for specialized service
- Caseload included newborns through geriatrics
Family Nurse Practitioner
Leander Healthcare
05.2000 - 03.2010
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students, fostering their clinical skills development in primary care settings.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Christie Clinic
10.1996 - 04.2000
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
- Developed strong relationships with local healthcare providers to facilitate seamless coordination of referrals for specialized services.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with local healthcare providers to facilitate effective patient referrals.
- Conducted in-depth patient assessments to diagnose and effectively treat acute conditions.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner School of Public Health
University of Illinois Chicago
Champaign, IL12-1995
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Evansville
Evansville, IN05-1981
Skills
- Chronic disease management
- Patient education
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Preventive healthcare
- Diagnostic testing
- Physical assessments
- Health promotion
- Patient assessment
- Diagnostic screenings
- Lab result evaluation
- Medical histories
- Immunization administration
- Electronic medical records
- Laboratory testing
Certification
ANCC -Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Family First Healthcare
04.2010 - 09.2024
Family Nurse Practitioner
Leander Healthcare
05.2000 - 03.2010
Family Nurse Practitioner
Christie Clinic
10.1996 - 04.2000
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner School of Public Health
University of Illinois Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Evansville
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