Tina Wood
Rome,Ga
Summary
Nurse Practitioner with emergency, urgent care, and family practice experience across pediatric to adult populations. Background includes trauma coordination, charge nursing, scheduling support, trauma registry management, and care of minor to major emergencies, with ATLS, ACLS, PALS, and BLS credentials guiding fast, safe clinical decisions.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner in the Emergency Room
Atrium Health Floyd
Rome, GA
06.2025 - Current
- Completed ATLS, ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications.
- Joined Advocate Health Floyd team to improve patient care delivery through collaboration and support.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments across care settings and diagnosed acute and chronic conditions using history, physical exam, and diagnostic data.
- Diagnosed acute and chronic conditions using history, exam, and diagnostic data.
- Prescribed medications and treatment plans within Atrium Health Floyd protocols.
- Ordered and interpreted labs, imaging, and other diagnostic tests.
- Performed comprehensive assessments for Atrium Health Floyd patients across care settings.
- Documented patient visits in electronic health records with accurate clinical detail.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with physicians, nurses, and support teams to ensure comprehensive patient management.
- Educated patients on medications, prevention, and self-care instructions.
- Managed follow-up visits and tailored care plans to address evolving patient needs and enhance health outcomes.
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab tests as well as medications.
- Coordinated with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation, or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Educated patients and families about medical treatments and self-care management techniques.
- Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Assessed patient health conditions and developed individualized care plans.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
- Initiated referrals to healthcare specialists.
- Supervised registered nurses and other healthcare personnel in delivering quality patient care services.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing skin lesions.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Evaluated research data related to new developments in healthcare delivery models.
- Provided guidance during end-of-life decisions for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Managed care of critically ill patients with hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, closed head injuries, strokes, seizures and tumors.
- Participated in quality improvement projects to enhance patient outcomes.
- Advocated for patients to ensure their needs and preferences were addressed.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab work to inform patient care decisions.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to maintain certification and expertise.
- Administered vaccinations and immunizations according to established guidelines.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Offered telehealth consultations to improve access to care for remote patients.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Managed acute and emergency situations by providing timely and effective interventions.
- Provided patient education on disease prevention, health maintenance, and treatment plans.
- Led health promotion and disease prevention initiatives within the community.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Promoted health by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Operated in dual capacity, serving as clinician and manager of medical services.
PRN, family practice clinic and NP
Redmond Regional Medical Center
Cedartown, GA
09.2019 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions and developed care plans at Redmond Regional Medical Center
- Diagnosed acute and chronic illnesses using hospital protocols and clinical findings
- Prescribed medications and adjusted treatment plans per provider guidelines
- Provided care to individuals aged 10 years and older to address health concerns
- Coordinated patient appointments to optimize clinic workflow and enhance patient access
Emergency Room as Staff Nurse and Charge Nurse
Polk Medical Center
Cedartown, Ga
01.2015 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Piedmont Urgent Care
Cartersville, Ga
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Duties consist of minor emergencies to, at times, major emergencies. Primary care for patients that need refills on certain medications.
- Owned by Wellstreet
- Assessed walk-in patients at Piedmont Urgent Care for acute conditions and injuries.
- Diagnosed illnesses using physical exams, history review, and urgent care protocols.
- Ordered and interpreted lab tests and point-of-care diagnostics.
- Prescribed medications and treatment plans for common urgent care complaints.
- Documented patient visits in electronic health records with accurate clinical notes.
- Coordinated referrals and follow-up care with specialty providers and primary physicians.
- Educated patients on symptoms, medications, and home care instructions.
- Collaborated with Piedmont Urgent Care staff to support safe patient flow.
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Coordinated with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
- Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation, or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
- Educated patients and families about medical treatments and self-care management techniques.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Assessed patient health conditions and developed individualized care plans.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Prescribed medication, including controlled substances.
- Initiated referrals to other healthcare specialists as necessary.
- Developed strategies for disease prevention and health promotion in the community setting.
- Supervised registered nurses and other healthcare personnel in delivering quality patient care services.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing skin lesions.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Evaluated research data related to new developments in healthcare delivery models.
- Provided guidance during end-of-life decisions for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Managed care of critically ill patients with hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, cardiac disease, closed head injuries, strokes, seizures and tumors.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Provided patient education on disease prevention, health maintenance, and treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for patients.
- Led health promotion and disease prevention initiatives within the community.
- Offered telehealth consultations to improve access to care for remote patients.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Advocated for patients to ensure their needs and preferences were addressed.
- Managed follow-up care and provided referrals to specialists when appropriate.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
- Performed routine health screenings and physical examinations.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab work to inform patient care decisions.
- Administered vaccinations and immunizations according to established guidelines.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to maintain certification and expertise.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Promoted health by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Operated in dual capacity, serving as clinician and manager of medical services.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
American Family Care
Kennesaw
12.2023 - 10.2024
- I assisted the owner in opening a new urgent care clinic. I left to return to work at Piedmont Urgent Care due to differences of opinions in running the business. Family practice was included in care as well as urgent care visits. I cared for babies to elderly population.
- Franchise of a corporation
Piedmont Urgent Care/Redmond Urgent Care
Rome, Ga
07.2020 - 12.2023
- Cared for all ages with urgent care visits. Nurse practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice registered nurses who play a critical role in the emergency room by providing comprehensive, patient-centered care. They assess patients with a wide range of acute illnesses and injuries, obtain medical histories, perform physical examinations, and determine appropriate diagnoses. NPs order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as laboratory work and imaging studies, to help identify medical conditions and guide treatment decisions.
- In addition to diagnosing patients, nurse practitioners develop and implement treatment plans, prescribe medications, perform procedures such as suturing wounds, splinting fractures, and draining abscesses, and monitor patients' progress throughout their emergency department stay. They collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive timely and effective care.
- Emergency room nurse practitioners also educate patients and their families about diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and discharge instructions. They maintain accurate medical records, follow evidence-based clinical guidelines, and respond quickly to life-threatening emergencies while prioritizing patient safety. Their ability to think critically, make rapid clinical decisions, and communicate effectively makes them an essential part of the emergency healthcare team.
American Family Care
Gadsden, AL
09.2019 - 10.2022
- Cared for all ages. Family practice consists of adult chronic illnesses.
- Corporate
MainStreet Family Urgent Care
Centre, AL
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Care included 2 yrs and up with some family practice but mostly urgent care.
ER nurse
Redmond Regional Medical Center
Rome, Ga
09.1997 - 03.2017
- Served as emergency room staff nurse, charge nurse, trauma coordinator, and nurse manager, ensuring high-quality patient care across various emergency levels. Provided comprehensive care in patient areas, managing cases from minor to major emergencies with a focus on patient outcomes. I maintained the trauma registry and abided by Georgia State guidelines for trauma. Assisted ER director with scheduling and staffing, optimizing staff allocation to meet patient care demands.
- Assessed emergency patients in Redmond Regional Medical Center emergency department triage.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms and vital signs during acute patient care.
- Administered medications and IV therapies following emergency treatment protocols.
Emergency Room Staff Nurse PRN
Cherokee Medical Center
Centre, Al
06.2010 - 03.2015
PRN
Floyd Medical Center
Rome, Ga
11.2002 - 03.2004
- Coordinated patient transitions from CCU and ICU to medical-surgical units, ensuring seamless continuity of care. Delivered high-quality care to patients recovering from major emergencies, focusing on individual needs and recovery plans. Provided comprehensive emergency care for a range of conditions, addressing both minor and major emergencies effectively.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
MSN - FNP
Columbus State University
05-2018
BSN - RN
Columbus State University
05-2016
Associates Degree - Nursing
Floyd College Nursing Program
06-1997
Skills
- Highly skilled in emergency nursing care from minor to major emergencies including the care of trauma patients My professional history in emergency room care include, but not limited to, delegating, compromising, proficiency, efficiency, accuracy, advocacy, and ethically on behalf of patients and staff I was nurse manager and trauma coordinator which I performed duties involved with both that includes maintaining schedule, making critical decisions, maintaining trauma registry and education
Personal Information
Title: Nurse Practitioner
Certification
- ACLS, PALS, BCLS, Phlebotomist
- Nurse Practitioner License in Ga and AL - now I have multi state RN license
Hobbies and Interests
I enjoy spending quality time with my family and traveling.
Custom
Prior to Nursing School, I worked as a Phlebotomist and telemetry tech at Redmond Regional Medical Center for 5 years and also at an Independent Lab, Physicians Reference Lab for 4 years.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner in the Emergency Room
Atrium Health Floyd
06.2025 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Piedmont Urgent Care
12.2024 - 07.2025
American Family Care
12.2023 - 10.2024
Piedmont Urgent Care/Redmond Urgent Care
07.2020 - 12.2023
PRN, family practice clinic and NP
Redmond Regional Medical Center
09.2019 - Current
American Family Care
09.2019 - 10.2022
MainStreet Family Urgent Care
08.2018 - 03.2019
Emergency Room as Staff Nurse and Charge Nurse
Polk Medical Center
01.2015 - Current
Emergency Room Staff Nurse PRN
Cherokee Medical Center
06.2010 - 03.2015
PRN
Floyd Medical Center
11.2002 - 03.2004
ER nurse
Redmond Regional Medical Center
09.1997 - 03.2017
MSN - FNP
Columbus State University
BSN - RN
Columbus State University
Associates Degree - Nursing
Floyd College Nursing Program