TEMPES WOOD
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Dedicated and patient-focused licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with established strengths in acute patient care and wound care. Demonstrated ability to utilize clinical experiences during admissions, assessment, treatment, and education of patient care in both hospital and private office settings. Capacity to multi-task: manage competing priorities with ease while fostering the provision of superior patient care. Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians and other medical professionals. Recognized as a proactive and resourceful health care provider and patient advocate.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Cantor Spine Center
04.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- First assist in surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
Registered Nurse
Wound Care, Florida Medical Center
12.2006 - Current
- Acts as a Registered Nurse with the primary function in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients in the Wound Healing Center
- Assists with recommending treatment plan and/or orders for wound care consults for assigned patients in inpatient and outpatient facility
- Responsible for educating patients and staff regarding risk assessment, pressure ulcer prevention, and appropriate wound care for complex wounds (e.g., abdominal stomas, fistulas, drains, pressure ulcers, and incontinence)
- Communicates and collaborates closely with physicians, staff nurses, and other members of the health care team to provide consistent quality care for patients
- Acts as a resource to hospital staff and provide up-to-date education and information on wound care products, policies, and procedures.
Registered Nurse
Wound Care, Plantation General Hospital
04.2006 - 10.2006
- Performed all aspects of the nursing process as related to wound management as a staff nurse in an Outpatient Care Facility
- Provided direct patient care of chronic and acute wounds to all patients referred to the wound clinic, including discharge planning as ordered by physician
- Administered approved clinical services, including prescribed medications, dressing changes, cleans wounds, and monitor vital signs
- Facilitated and provided education and maintained communication with patients, family, and other significant individuals
- Contributed care based upon nursing process, policy and procedures, standards of care and regulatory agencies.
Registered Nurse
Plastic, Cosmeplast
07.2004 - 11.2005
- Served as staff nurse in private office setting and ambulatory surgical facility with plastic surgeon which encompassed both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery
- Directed nursing care of patients in operating room, recovery room and plastic surgery office
- Carried out clinical nursing duties preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative during all OR cases in ambulatory surgical facility
- Responsible for the preparation and care of patients undergoing surgical intervention, and supervised the maintenance/sterilization of OR supplies and equipment
- Anticipated needs of surgeon and surgical team effectively, and assisted in operative procedures
- Provided nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures of AAAASF
- Participated in team nursing and promoted team concept throughout all activities.
Registered Nurse
North Ridge Medical Center
08.2001 - 10.2004
- Medical/Surgical, Neurosciences and Orthopedics, Performed a comprehensive range of clinical functions within the direct total nursing care of patients as a staff nurse in the 40-bed orthopedic/neurology unit of the hospital
- Assessed patients' developmental stages and conditions, administered medications, maintained patient charts, and responded to medical emergencies
- Planned, monitored, and delivered nursing care with a minimum of supervision and demonstrated leadership qualities with staff assignments within a given shift
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members; working closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers to formulate, implement, and modify individual care plans
- Promoted support and education to the patient and their family to comply with physician orders in coping with patients' illnesses
- Provided strong contributions as a preceptor for the training and orientation of new staff to the nursing unit.
Education
Doctorate of Nursing Practice: Family Nurse Practitioner -
Palm Beach Atlantic University
2019
Master of Science - Nursing: Health Systems Leadership
Palm Beach Atlantic University
2017
BSN - undefined
Barry University
2000
AA - undefined
Broward College
1996
Skills
- Expert decision-making skills
- Possesses collaborative and team building skills
- Exemplary Communication
- Patient Education
- Working knowledge of technology
- High level of autonomy
- Provides patient centered care
- Specialization in wound care management
- Balances authenticity and performance expectations
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Health Promotion
- Medical Imaging
- Ensuring the comfort of patients throughout the treatment process
- Extensive knowledge of geriatric health issues
- Clinical Care Standards
- Experience as a preceptor
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society
Nurse Practitioner Council of Palm Beach County
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Additional Information
- LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS , Florida Adult Nurse Practioner AANP Certification: October 2018 Florida Registered Nurse Michigan Registered Nurse Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified Wound Specialist (CWS)
Certification
- Florida Adult Nurse Practioner AANP Certification
- Florida Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- Florida Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Cantor Spine Center
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Wound Care, Florida Medical Center
12.2006 - Current
Registered Nurse
Wound Care, Plantation General Hospital
04.2006 - 10.2006
Registered Nurse
Plastic, Cosmeplast
07.2004 - 11.2005
Registered Nurse
North Ridge Medical Center
08.2001 - 10.2004
Doctorate of Nursing Practice: Family Nurse Practitioner -
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Master of Science - Nursing: Health Systems Leadership
Palm Beach Atlantic University
BSN - undefined
Barry University
AA - undefined
Broward College
- Florida Adult Nurse Practioner AANP Certification
- Florida Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- Florida Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Life Support (ACLS)
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