Traci Stewart FNP-BC
Muldrow
Summary
Empathetic Board Certified Nurse Practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing over 24 years of nursing experience. Knowledgeable healthcare professional adept at completing age-appropriate examinations, ordering correct labs and prescribing medical interventions to manage both acute and chronic medical issues. Proficient in educating patients and families in procedures, at-home care and preventive measures. Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse and Family Nurse Practitioner seeking a FNP position in an outpatient clinic or hospital setting. With over many years of clinical experience as a registered nurse in diverse settings, offering excellent patient assessment skills and a dedication to providing holistic, high-quality care. Passionate about building relationships with patients to create a sense of trust and care.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for advanced patient care roles. Proven ability to deliver high-quality medical services with strong focus on patient outcomes. Skilled in diagnostic procedures, treatment plans, and patient education. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and reliable performance in dynamic healthcare environments and having background in family healthcare. Expertise includes comprehensive patient assessments and personalized care plans, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in patient education and chronic disease management.
Experienced with patient care, emphasizing thorough assessments and tailored treatment plans. Utilizes advanced clinical skills to enhance patient well-being and satisfaction. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and collaborative practices, ensuring holistic and effective care. I am a hardworking Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of experience conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab testing and prescribing treatments or medications to address diverse conditions, also very passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to mitigate pain and illness.
I am currently pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Oklahoma State Department of Health
07.2022 - Current
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
- Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
- Developed strong relationships with local healthcare providers to facilitate seamless coordination of referrals for specialized services.
- Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Conducted regular health screenings at community events, increasing early detection of common health issues.
- Improved efficiency in electronic health record management, ensuring accurate and up-to-date patient information.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with local healthcare providers to facilitate effective patient referrals.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and safety in all drug dispensing activities.
- Spearheaded vaccination drive, increasing immunization rates in community.
- Led community health initiatives to raise awareness and promote preventive healthcare measures.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, inserting and removing Nexplanon's and IUD's for birth control.
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
R & R Medical
12.2021 - Current
- Reviewed medical histories and current complaints.
- Managed team of medical support personnel and collaborated with internal departments to resolve issues and improve services.
- Expanded access to quality healthcare services in underserved communities through participation in mobile clinics and telemedicine platforms.
- Reduced waiting times for appointments through effective scheduling practices.
- Streamlined clinic operations by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by offering personalized guidance and education on chronic disease management.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare environment.
- Boosted efficiency within the clinic setting by implementing electronic health records systems and streamlining documentation processes.
- Reviewed test results and information gleaned during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses or conditions.
- Oversaw overall primary care, quality assurance and HIPAA compliance.
- Assessed diagnostic radiology films.
- Strengthened patient-provider relationships by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns with empathy and understanding.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
Registered Nurse
Mays Home Health
11.2020 - Current
- Educated patients on strategies for chronic disease prevention.
- Communicated, updated and advocated care plans to patients and family.
- Worked with multiple healthcare disciplines to manage patient care.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
- Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
CHRISTUS DUBUIS Hospital
08.2018 - 09.2021
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Summit Medical Centers
02.2010 - 07.2021
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Registered Nurse
Sparks Regional Medical Center
08.2012 - 08.2018
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Prioritized and distributed assignments and workload based on individual staff strengths and experience.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
Registered Nurse
Mays Home Health
10.2010 - 07.2012
- Collaborated with physicians on patient medications, medical needs and performance.
- Developed patient care plans, overall patient health assessments and evaluations.
- Actively participated in family and patient planning processes.
- Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of healthcare team, patients, and families.
- Collaborated in consults, patient care plans development, patient monitoring and evaluations.
- Incorporated appropriate nursing methods to create individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians during medical rounds, updated treatment plans, and provided plan of care to patients and families.
Licensed Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse
Sallisaw Hospital
05.2007 - 09.2010
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. Edwards Mercy Medical Center
02.2009 - 07.2010
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
Lab Technician
St. Edwards Mercy Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Maintained, calibrated and troubleshot pH probes, EC meters, balances, automatic pipettes and diluters.
- Recorded, reported and posted specimen results in company software.
- Gathered biological samples for laboratory tests.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment to prevent errors and breakdowns.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor in Nursing
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Bartlesville, OK02.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Connors State College
05.2009
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Stilwell Vo-Tech
02.2007
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Medical screening
- Long-Term Care
- Patient care planning
- Infectious disease control
- Culturally sensitive
- Community advocate
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Health care consultation
- Immunization skills
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Body mechanics knowledge
- ER experience
- Diabetes management
- Follow-up calls
- Patient Management
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Medical assessment
- Nursing Plan Development
- Home visits
- Coordinating referrals
- Disease management programs
- IV drug therapy management
- Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
- Diagnostic tools experience
- Critical care
- Life-sustaining machines
- Nursing staff leadership
- Strong medical ethic
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Patient Examination
- Creative Problem Solving
- Treatment Preparation
- Procedure Assistance
- Compassionate and Caring
- Delegation and Motivation
- Direct Patient Care
- Routine Examinations
- Chronic disease management
- Patient education
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Preventive healthcare
- Preventive care
- Excellent oral communication
- Preparing treatment plans
- Diagnostic testing
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Physical assessments
- Health promotion
- HIPAA guidelines
- Care coordination
- Patient assessment
- Behavioral health
- Lab result evaluation
- Diagnostic screenings
- Medical histories
- Laboratory testing
- Immunization administration
- Written communication
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Treatment plan development
- Telehealth services
- Women's health
- Healthcare management
- Medication administration
- Medical charting
- Pediatric care
- Physical examinations
- Family planning
- Geriatric care
- Family education
- Electronic health records systems
- Clinical decision making
- EHR management software
- Attention to detail
- Electronic charting
- Medication education
- Patient safety
- Test result interpretation
- Patient rapport
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Family health
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Telemedicine appointments
- Patient advocacy
- Women's health exams
- Patient care coordination
- Acute health problems
- Critical thinking
- Medication prescription
- Primary care
- Diagnostic tests ordering
- Healthcare education
- Medical history review
- Chronic health problems
- Drug regimen counseling
- Medical imaging
- Diagnostic test interpretation
- Decision-making
- Advanced practice registered nurse (APRN)
- Suturing
- Patient rights
- Medication prescribing
- Advanced practice registered nurse
- Infection control
- Cardiac care
Accomplishments
- Achieved child health detailed information by completing bright future forms with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved EHR through effectively helping with development of Patagonia Medical Health care records.
- Supervised team of clinical and non clinical staff members being a collaborative for other nurse practitioners for the entire State of Oklahoma employees.
Certification
- Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Oklahoma, License number 206033.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2005 to present
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
Affiliations
- ANCC
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Oklahoma State Department of Health
07.2022 - Current
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
R & R Medical
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mays Home Health
11.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
CHRISTUS DUBUIS Hospital
08.2018 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Sparks Regional Medical Center
08.2012 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse
Mays Home Health
10.2010 - 07.2012
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Summit Medical Centers
02.2010 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. Edwards Mercy Medical Center
02.2009 - 07.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse
Sallisaw Hospital
05.2007 - 09.2010
Lab Technician
St. Edwards Mercy Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor in Nursing
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Connors State College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Stilwell Vo-Tech
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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