Latarsha BRYANT, DNP, FNP-BC
Houston,TX
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner with over 28 years of healthcare experience. This experience includes undergraduate and graduate education in the traditional and online synchronous classroom settings. As a nurse practitioner I have a rich history of clinical experience within the underserved community with a focus of assisting clients manage their diabetes. I have over 13 years of experience as a Registered Nursing within a wide variety of areas including in-patient hospital and community health settings. I am currently an adjunct faculty member for graduate students within the Family Nurse Practitioner Concentration. I have experience with students of all ethnic backgrounds and various location throughout the country due to current technology. I enjoy working within the online community to serve the needs of the working adult.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Nurse Practitioner - Adjunct Faculty
South University
07.2016 - Current
- Provide didactic instruction in online platform
- Oversight Clinical Activities
- Advise students on career selection activities
- Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Everest Urgent Care
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Centrum Healthcare
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
Pharmacology Writing Contributor
F A Davis Company
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Pharmacology Question Writing
- Developed test question on Drugs Affecting the Endocrine System for in content and scope for nurse practitioner students
Nurse Practitioner - Adjunct Faculty
Simmons College
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Provide didactic instruction in online Zoom Platform
- Maintain syllabus that meets college and departmental standards
- Developed and Revised Exams
- 2016 Diabetes Pharmacology Course Revision
- Supervised faculty within department 2016-2018
- Coordinated departmental meeting and orientation to new faculty members
- Conducted small group activities
- Initial classroom discussion to assist students in critical thinking skills
- Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Nurse Practitioner
East Arkansas Family Healthcare Center
06.2008 - 10.2014
- Provide urgent and chronic healthcare services to families in a Federally Qualified Healthcare Setting
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
- Implemented diabetes clinical track that resulted in improved HbA1c
- Worked collaboratively with of medical professional on clinical redesign to change clinical paths
- Provided training to student nurses and new graduate and collaborated with schools of nursing
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostic techniques.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed minor surgical procedure and wound care.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Logistic Health
08.2008 - 12.2019
- Provide healthcare services at on-location group events to Reserve Service Members
- Coordinated through the Reserve Readiness Program
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostic techniques
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
Clinical Instructor
Arkansas State University
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Provided clinical instruction to 1st and 2nd year RN nursing students in Med-Surgical Clinical concentration
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Provided nursing skill demonstrations for medication administration, dressing changes and clinical logs.
- Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
Oversight Nurse
Bios of Tennessee
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Provide RN oversight to clients with developmental disabilities
- Coordinated healthcare of 50-60 clients
- Supervised Staff non licensed staff
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
Utilization Review
MSN Staffing
05.2007 - 11.2007
- Perform utilization review for workman's compensation claims
- Recommended appropriate diagnostic test after review of policy holders medical records
- Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Evaluated patient histories and medical records for accuracy and completeness.
Registered Nurse
Methodist University Hospital
08.2005 - 06.2008
- Cardiac Telemetry Units, PRN assignments
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Certified Instructor Basic Life Support
Methodist University Hospital
01.2003 - 05.2005
- Provided instruction for Basic Life Support
Certified Instructor Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Methodist University Hospital
01.2003 - 05.2005
- Experienced Provider Trainer
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Taught Basic Life Support classes for nursing community in local hospital setting
Certified Instructor Basic Life Support
Methodist University Hospital
01.2003 - 05.2005
- Taught Basic Life Support classes for nursing community in local hospital setting
Clinical Educator
Methodist University Hospital
05.2002 - 08.2005
- Coordinated educational activities for the Registered Nurse House Staff
- Provided clinical support to registered nurses within cardiovascular areas
- Developed and maintained instructional Cardiovascular lectures for classroom instruction
- Created and maintained monthly continuing education newsletter distributed throughout the hospital system (Did You Know?)
Registered Nurse
Methodist University Hospital
11.1997 - 05.2002
- Registered nurse activities in Medical Surgical, Pulmonary, Women Health Surgery, Neurology and Cardiac Telemetry Units
- Charge nurse responsibilities
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Case Manager, Registered Nurse
Methodist Alliance Healthcare
11.1996 - 11.1997
- Managed the healthcare activities of 25-30 patients in the home care setting
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans to transition clients to appropriate service providers in community.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital
11.1994 - 11.1997
- Registered nurse activities Medical Surgical -Pulmonary Units
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Education
Doctorate of Nursing Practice -
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN05.2015
Masters of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Union University
Jackson, TN05.2002
Diploma - Nursing
Baptist School of Nursing
Memphis, TN11.1994
Additional Information
- Houston Area Nurse Practitioner Association
- American Association of Nurse Practitioner
Certification
Family Nurse Practitioner- 2017-current
Diabetes Educator Certification- 2014-2018
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Everest Urgent Care
11.2022 - 08.2023
Family Nurse Practitioner
Centrum Healthcare
12.2021 - 04.2022
Pharmacology Writing Contributor
F A Davis Company
03.2019 - 06.2019
Nurse Practitioner - Adjunct Faculty
South University
07.2016 - Current
Nurse Practitioner - Adjunct Faculty
Simmons College
01.2015 - 12.2019
Family Nurse Practitioner
Logistic Health
08.2008 - 12.2019
Nurse Practitioner
East Arkansas Family Healthcare Center
06.2008 - 10.2014
Utilization Review
MSN Staffing
05.2007 - 11.2007
Clinical Instructor
Arkansas State University
08.2006 - 05.2007
Oversight Nurse
Bios of Tennessee
08.2005 - 05.2007
Registered Nurse
Methodist University Hospital
08.2005 - 06.2008
Certified Instructor Basic Life Support
Methodist University Hospital
01.2003 - 05.2005
Certified Instructor Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Methodist University Hospital
01.2003 - 05.2005
Certified Instructor Basic Life Support
Methodist University Hospital
01.2003 - 05.2005
Clinical Educator
Methodist University Hospital
05.2002 - 08.2005
Registered Nurse
Methodist University Hospital
11.1997 - 05.2002
Case Manager, Registered Nurse
Methodist Alliance Healthcare
11.1996 - 11.1997
Registered Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital
11.1994 - 11.1997
Doctorate of Nursing Practice -
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Masters of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Union University
Diploma - Nursing
Baptist School of Nursing
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