TERESA FORD

Specialty Care for Wounds including traumatic injuries, burns , diabetic wounds, pressure and vascular ulcers.

Application of skin substitutes and total contact casting.

Use of wound vacs to promote healing in appropriate wounds.

Utilization of home health for patients in need as well as PT/OT .

Performing ABIs.

Provide educational materials and verbal direction with patient teach back to ensure that careplans are understood at patient’s level.

Nutritional education that promotes homeostasis and patient healing.

Diagnosing wound infections , osteomyelitis and septic joints via tissue and bone cultures. a comprehensive plan of care for treatment to include oral and intravenous antibiotics , HBO therapy and debridement of non viable tissue to promote wound healing along with proper wound dressing selections for self and home care.

Incision and drainage of abscesses.

Surgical referrals for complex cases as well as utilizing infectious disease for best plan of care.

• Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
• Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
• Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.

• Entered the patient's medical history, relevant test results, and vitals into the medical records accurately
• Developed individualized and customized care plans for each patient with the help of the healthcare team
• Examined wounds and used bandaging, suturing, and topical medications to treat lacerations
• Assisted patients with acute and chronic pain management
• Performed screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on the primary health care team
• Talked with patients about their treatment plans and explained test results and medication usage to them and their families
• Assessed new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results, and performing a visual inspection
• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment options to help patients maintain their health and comfort
• Recorded the patient's medical history, relevant test results, and vitals in medical records
• Evaluated and treated both males and females for STDs
• Collaborated with doctors, specialists, and other medical personnel to develop treatment plans for chronic illnesses like diabetes and heart disease.