Whitney Colombo
Seminole,AL
Summary
Dynamic Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Urology Associates of Mobile, specializing in patient assessment and treatment planning. Proven ability to enhance care coordination and educate patients on self-management techniques. Skilled in electronic health records and medication management, delivering exceptional outcomes in urological care and patient satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Urology Associates of Mobile
Mobile, AL
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and improve outcomes.
- Prescribed medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of patient information.
- Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
- Educated patients on preventative health measures, lifestyle changes, and self-management techniques.
- Responded promptly to emergencies arising from patient care activities.
- Provided comprehensive urological care to patients, including diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of urological conditions.
- Reviewed diagnostic imaging studies such as ultrasounds, CT scans, and MRI scans for interpretation purposes.
- Developed patient-specific management plans for all urological disorders.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Infirmary Health Systems
Mobile, AL
05.2017 - 03.2023
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Oversaw ER department and team of multi-disciplinary professionals in high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension Sacred Heart
Pensacola, FL
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Hospital
Pensacola, FL
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Evaluated assigned patients to effectively plan, implement and document skilled nursing care.
- Helped patients regain independence with clear recovery goals and guidance.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension Providence Hospital
Mobile, AL
09.2014 - 01.2019
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Foley, AL
Foley, AL
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
Education
Master of Science - FNP/AGACNP
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05.2014
High School Diploma -
Mary G. Montgomery High School
Semmes, AL05.2010
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Treatment planning
- Electronic health records
- Urological care
- Medication management
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Plan treatments
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Medical history review
- Epic systems
- Bladder cancer treatment
- Urinary incontinence care
- Prostate management
Certification
- Registered Nurse: License Number 1-145459: Expires 12/2023
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification: Expires 2023
- Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS): Expires 2023
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): Expires 2023
Education and Training
other,other,other
Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Urology Associates of Mobile
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension Sacred Heart
02.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Hospital
05.2019 - 11.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Infirmary Health Systems
05.2017 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Foley, AL
02.2017 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension Providence Hospital
09.2014 - 01.2019
Master of Science - FNP/AGACNP
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
High School Diploma -
Mary G. Montgomery High School
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