To assist anyone who has the desire to obtain sobriety from not only opioid use disorder but also alcohol use disorder, amphetamine use disorder, and sedative/hypnotic use disorder, in achieving and maintaining their sobriety. To provide support, education, and guidance in an environment that anyone who has been or is in active addiction. To provide an environment that people can feel free from judgement so that they may feel welcomed and safe to seek treatment. It is my goal to help them with their physical addiction while addressing their mental health issues that play an integral part in addiction
Hi, I’m
Tonya Workman
Paintsville,KY
Summary
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kathy Ireland Recovery Center
Nurse Practitioner
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- I provide care for 40+ patients daily in an inpatient setting, who are in active addiction and in need of detox or residential care to assist them in their recovery
- I managed Opioid use disorder, alcohol use disorder, sedative-hypnotic use disorder, along with amphetamine-type use disorders
- I also manage patients with their mental health disorder ranging from anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, to drug induced psychosis.
- 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 comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
Behavioral Health Group (BHG)
FNP
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Currently assist with the admission of patients to our methadone program and manage the OBOT program
- I assist patients in various stages of addiction and recovery from opioid use disorder in obtaining or maintaining their sobriety
- 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.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
In-Shape Medical Weight Loss
Nurse Practitioner
03.2019 - Current
Job overview
- I assist patients in education on diet, exercise, and medications that assist with weight loss and I also perform botox and filler procedures
- 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.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
Spero Health
Nurse Practitioner
10.2020 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Managed 275 patients with opioid use disorder in various stages of addiction and recovery
- 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.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
ARH Our Lady Of The Way
Family Nurse Practitioner
07.2018 - 07.2020
Job overview
- I worked at a rural health family practice health care clinic where patients from all age ranges are provided care for both chronic health issues as well as acute care visits
- Provided preventative screenings and wellness visits
- I was responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and follow up with all patients.
- 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.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
East Kentucky Medical Group
Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
03.2018 - 07.2018
Job overview
- I encountered patients with multiple co-morbidities while performing procedures such as joint injections, wound care, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment under the direction of my attending physician
- 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.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Trustaff Travel Nurses
Labor and delivery nurse
05.2016 - 03.2018
Job overview
- I was responsible for the triage of antepartum patients, management of labor patients, and care during postpartum period of their stay
- I was trained to circulate and scrub during cesarean sections
- ACLS,PALS, NRP, BLS certified along with advanced fetal monitoring.
- Took records of birthdates and times, baby weights, lengths, head circumferences and APGAR scores.
- Assisted doctors in monitoring baby and mother health during labor.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Leveraged computerized documentation systems to monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
- Completed comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs to identify outcomes, establish care plans, monitor progress, and modify care plan.
- Counseled families and patients through postpartum issues.
- Liaised with members of healthcare team to assess and coordinate patient discharge planning needs.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
Pikeville Medical Center
Registered Nurse
06.2015 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Responsible for the orientation, education, continuing education of a level II trauma ER
- I kept all staff in the ER up to date on American Heart certifications along with having in-services in the unit to keep education up to date.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
Big Sandy Community And Technical College
Registered Nurse Educator
08.2008 - 01.2013
Job overview
- I was responsible for lecturing, demonstration of skills, and clinicals in the LPN program.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Liaised with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching and nursing practices.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning.
- Monitored progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Prepared and administered weekly examinations to test student skills.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
Highlands Regional Medical Center
Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
08.2003 - 08.2008
Job overview
- Labor and delivery
- Responsible for the care and management of patients before, during, and after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Education
Walden UniversityMinneapolis, MN
Master of Science from Family Nurse Practitioner
08.2014
University Overview
Prestonsburg Community CollegePrestonsburg, KY
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
05.2003
University Overview
Fellowships, Outstanding Academic Achievement in NSG 235-245
Skills
- Allergic Conditions
- Addiction Treatment
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Preventive Care
- Health and Wellness
- Developing Patient Care Plans
- Patient Referral
- Sound Judgment
- Direct Patient Care
- Differential Diagnosis
- Medical Chart Management
- HIPAA Guidelines
- STD Counseling
- Women's Health Exams
- Patient Safety
- Patient Observation
- Health Promotion
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Compliance Reporting Expertise
- Pediatric Exams
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Medication Administration
- Primary Care
- Punch Biopsies
- Patient Rehabilitation
- Lab Result Evaluation
Additional Information
Additional Information
I am licensed as a nurse practitioner in Arizona, Kentucky and West Virginia. I am passionate about my role in health care and eager to help others
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Kathy Ireland Recovery Center
02.2023 - Current
FNP
Behavioral Health Group (BHG)
08.2021 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Spero Health
10.2020 - 07.2021
Nurse Practitioner
In-Shape Medical Weight Loss
03.2019 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
ARH Our Lady Of The Way
07.2018 - 07.2020
Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
East Kentucky Medical Group
03.2018 - 07.2018
Labor and delivery nurse
Trustaff Travel Nurses
05.2016 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse
Pikeville Medical Center
06.2015 - 05.2016
Registered Nurse Educator
Big Sandy Community And Technical College
08.2008 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
Highlands Regional Medical Center
08.2003 - 08.2008
Walden University
Master of Science from Family Nurse Practitioner
Prestonsburg Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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