Wendy Gerard
Montrose,WV
Summary
Compassionate Nurse Practitioner demonstrating superior patient examination and care talents. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization. Ready to join a new organization supporting patient care and assessing needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Higher Ground Health Care
Elkins, WV
01.2024 - Current
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Provided chronic care medical treatment and management for in 25-30 patients per day, ages birth to death.
- Managed complex caseloads, comprehensive care to patients with diverse health needs.
- Provided education for patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative measures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic health records systems for accurate documentation and data-driven decision making.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, identifying critical health issues and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
Family Nurse Practitioner
MedExpress Urgent Care
Elkins, WV
04.2017 - 12.2023
- Provides direct patient care in high-volume Urgent Care setting, seeing 30-50 patients per day
- Provides empathetic and compassionate care to diverse population with varying diagnoses
- Completes physical assessments, prescribes medication, and provides counseling on medication usage and treatment plans
- Orders and interprets tests/x-rays as indicated
- Performs procedures such as suturing, suture removal, splinting, cryotherapy, toenail removal, and cyst removal
- Completes referrals promptly as indicated
- Maintains excellent communication with patients and staff members ensuring prompt and efficient patient care
- Completes EMR charting and documentation in timely manner.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Mettiki Health Center
Davis, WV
11.2017 - 05.2020
- Provided direct patient care in combined urgent care/family practice setting
- Provided high-quality, accessible, evidence-based, and comprehensive healthcare services for both coal miners and their families
- Promoted preventative care through biannual blood draws, wellness exams, well-woman exams, and well-child screenings
- Performed well-woman exams which include pap smears and clinical breast exams while teaching breast self-awareness
- Provided services including suturing, suture removal, splinting, cryotherapy, toenail removal, and cyst removal
- Managed both chronic and acute illnesses across all age groups.
Registered Nurse - Medical Department
Huttonsville Correction Center
Huttonsville, WV
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Provides direct patient care monitoring/diagnosing infections, dressing changes, and medication administration per nursing protocols to acutely ill patients
- Passes prescribed medications, monitors diabetic patients, adjusts insulin as needed, and counsels on non-compliance in all areas of care
- Provides history and assessment of physicals on new intake patients including intensive mental health screening
- Works closely with Physician and PA managing chronic care conditions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
West Virginia University-School of Nursing
05.2016
Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree -
West Virginia University- School of Nursing
12.2012
Associate of Science Nursing Degree -
Davis & Elkins College- School of Nursing
05.2011
Associate Degree in Accounting -
Davis & Elkins College
05.1998
High School Diploma -
Tucker County High School
05.1992
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Education
- Protocol compliance
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Professionalism
Certification
- DEA License, MG4396380
- Prescriptive Authority RXA, 3178
- WV APRN License, APRN81126NP
- AANP Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification, F1116326
- Registered Nurse in the State of West Virginia License, 81126
- American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Higher Ground Health Care
01.2024 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Mettiki Health Center
11.2017 - 05.2020
Family Nurse Practitioner
MedExpress Urgent Care
04.2017 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse - Medical Department
Huttonsville Correction Center
11.2016 - 05.2017
Master of Science in Nursing -
West Virginia University-School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree -
West Virginia University- School of Nursing
Associate of Science Nursing Degree -
Davis & Elkins College- School of Nursing
Associate Degree in Accounting -
Davis & Elkins College
High School Diploma -
Tucker County High School
- DEA License, MG4396380
- Prescriptive Authority RXA, 3178
- WV APRN License, APRN81126NP
- AANP Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification, F1116326
- Registered Nurse in the State of West Virginia License, 81126
- American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support
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