Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Certified Family Nurse Practitioner position.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor
University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing
09.2013 - Current
Primary faculty for NURNP 2032 Differential Diagnosis Across the Lifespan; NURNP 2505 (Clinical) Acute and Chronic Management; ; NUR2032 Physical Assessment across the Lifespan
Coordinate remediation seminars for NCLEX remediation.
Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Optilux Wellness Center/Regen Medicine LLC
06.2022 - Current
Provided primary care across the lifespan
Specialized in joint and myofascial injections using PRP, mesenchymal stem cells, steroids
Headache and migraine management
Weight loss and lifestyle management
Facial aesthetics using Botox, Filler and Biologic modalities
Reviewed test results and information gleaned during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses or conditions.
Reviewed medical histories and current complaints.
Assessed diagnostic radiology films.
Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Visiting Professor
Chamberlain University
09.2018 - Current
Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Allegheny Health and Physical Medicine
06.2018 - 07.2022
Perform physical assessment on a variety of patients and treat myofascial and osteoarthritic pain by use of non-narcotic methods, trigger point therapy, joint injections, PRP
Promote and educate patients on healthy lifestyle choices to increase quality of life.
Listened to patient concerns and detailed alternative therapies for treatment of health conditions.
Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
Adjunct Faculty
Carlow University
04.2009 - 09.2013
Lectured Advanced Pathophysiology, Physical Assessment, and Trauma Urgent Care curses in the MSN Family Nurse Practitioner program.
Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
Scored exams and graded student performance fairly.
Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Designed and delivered class instruction to meet course competencies.
Evaluated and selected instructional materials and texts to prepare course materials and lesson plans.
Presbyterian
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
11.2005 - 08.2012
Managed care of 20-30 post-operative lung and esophageal surgical patients in collaboration with physician staff
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Registered Nurse
Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
06.1998 - 10.2005
Provided care for critically ill patients in a 30 bed intensive care unit
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05.1995
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2012
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Millersville University
Millersville, PA
05.2005
Skills
Organization and Time Management
Active Listening
Training and Development
Decision-Making
Multitasking Abilities
Problem-Solving
Self-Motivated
Flexible and Adaptable
Critical Thinking
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau International, Eta Chapter, 2015
Sigma Theta Tau International, Xi Chi Chapter, 2005-2023
Additional Information
Licensure
, Family Nurse Practitioner: Sp008754 exp. April 30, 2025
Registered Nurse: RN507212-L exp. April 30, 2025,
ANCC Certification: , 2005004594 exp. November 4, 2026