Family Nurse Practitioner delivering comprehensive primary care across pediatric through geriatric populations. Manages physical examinations, health assessments, immunizations, medication prescribing, chronic disease management, and follow-up monitoring to support effective treatment plans. Educates patients on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes while documenting care in electronic health records.
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
12 Years 2 Months
Kentucky Community and Technical College Systems | 08.2014 - Current
Teach 2 classes each term, covering AHS Medical Terminology and BIO Basic Anatomy and Physiology with Lab.
Prepare 5 lesson materials weekly to support class sessions, assignments, and student learning objectives.
Organize lectures and assignments to keep course content aligned with stated objectives.
Evaluate student performance using tests, essays, presentations, and class participation.
Document assignments, attendance, and test scores in online reporting systems.
Develop lesson plans and supporting materials before each class session.
Family Nurse Practitioner
3 Years
MRG Exams | 10.2023 - Current
Perform comprehensive physical assessments for Veterans and document clinical findings in clear, timely notes.
Family Nurse Practitioner
9 Months
Healthstar Physicians Pc | 08.2023 - 05.2024
Provide comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages, including physical examinations, health assessments, and immunizations.
Prescribe medications and monitor patient progress to evaluate treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans as needed.
Educate patients on preventive healthcare, including nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes that support long-term wellness.
Family Nurse Practitioner
7 Years 8 Months
Premise Health, LLC | 12.2015 - 08.2023
Provided comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, including physical exams, health assessments, and immunizations.
Prescribed medications and monitored treatment progress for effectiveness and patient response.
Educated patients on preventive care, including nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle modifications.
Family Nurse Practitioner
9 Months
Ridgecrest Medical | 10.2014 - 07.2015
Performed comprehensive physical assessments and evaluated findings to guide timely diagnosis and treatment planning.
Ordered diagnostic tests, interpreted lab results, and adjusted care plans based on clinical findings.
Educated patients on preventive care, medication use, and health promotion across diverse age groups.
Family Nurse Practitioner
2 Years
Central Baptist Hospital | 10.2012 - 10.2014
Provided immediate treatment for admitted patients when urgent needs arose during hospitalist coverage.
Collaborated with hospitalist staff to shape long-term treatment options and align care plans.
Adjusted rounds and treatment plans based on patient progress and changing clinical findings.
Family Nurse Practitioner
1 Year 11 Months
University of Kentucky | 11.2010 - 10.2012
Performed comprehensive physical assessments and preventive care during routine and acute primary care visits.
Applied treatment planning and medication prescribing for patients managing chronic disease needs.
Educated patients on medication education and health promotion to improve understanding and follow-through.
Family Nurse Practitioner
11 Months
Baptist Express Care | 12.2009 - 11.2010
Delivered urgent and routine clinical care for patients across the lifespan in a fast-paced retail clinic setting.
Performed physical exams, ordered diagnostic tests, and evaluated lab results to guide treatment decisions.
Educated patients on medications, preventive care, and health promotion to support better self-management.
Family Nurse Practitioner
1 Year 3 Months
Pennington Family Practice | 08.2008 - 11.2009
Provided primary care assessments, treatment planning, and medication prescribing for routine and chronic conditions.
Interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results to guide diagnosis, follow-up care, and patient education.
Supported preventive care, health promotion, and medication education during routine office visits.
Family Nurse Practitioner
5 Months
M2K Internal Medicine | 01.2008 - 06.2008
Managed chronic disease management by monitoring symptoms, medication adherence, and follow-up priorities during appointments.
Coordinated care with physicians, nurses, and outside offices to keep referrals, testing, and treatment plans moving.
Documented encounters in EHR documentation, keeping visit notes accurate and aligned with treatment decisions.
RN
6 Months
Central Baptist Hospital | 12.2005 - 06.2006
Provided post-surgical nursing care for gynecological and plastic surgery patients in a 36-bed women’s health unit.
Performed physical assessments, monitored recovery status, and reported changes to support timely clinical decisions.
Educated patients on aftercare, medications, and discharge instructions to support safer recovery at home.
3 Months
Intellistaff, St. Joseph Hospital East | 06.2005 - 09.2005
Performed physical assessments and reviewed vital signs to support routine orthopedic nursing care.
Documented care in Epic charting, keeping records current for shift handoffs and follow-up.
Provided patient education on medications, recovery instructions, and follow-up care for orthopedic patients.
charge nurse
10 Months
Wellmont Lonesome Pine Hospital | 08.2004 - 06.2005
Supervised bedside staff during shifts, assigned priorities, and supported consistent coverage across the unit.
Performed physical assessments, evaluated lab results, and responded to changing patient needs with timely nursing interventions.
Documented care in Epic charting and maintained accurate EHR notes to support continuity across shifts.
9 Months
St. Joseph Hospital | 06.2003 - 03.2004
Contributed to treatment planning by reporting assessment findings and changes in patient condition.
Delivered patient education on medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care to support recovery.
Evaluated lab result information and coordinated with clinicians on follow-up actions.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
East Tennessee State University | 12-2007
Enrolled from 8/2006, graduated in Dec 2007.
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University | 05-2006
Enrolled in August 2004, graduated May 2006.
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southeast Kentucky Community And Technical College | 05-2003
Enrolled August 2001, graduated in May 2003.
Skills
Physical assessments
Preventive care
Diagnostic tests ordering
Treatment planning
Medication prescribing
Patient education
Medication education
Health promotion
Chronic disease management
Care coordination
EHR documentation
Epic charting
Lab result evaluation
Test result interpretation
Clinical note writing
Patient triage
Support staff supervision
Clinical quality improvement
Certification
ANCC Board Certified
References
REFERENCES Furnished Upon Request
Interests
LICENSURES
, Tennessee Board of Nursing
ANCC Board Certified – Family Nurse Practitioner
BLS Certification (AHA)
ACLS Certification (AHA)
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
MRG Exams
10.2023 - CurrentRead More
Family Nurse Practitioner
Healthstar Physicians Pc
08.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Family Nurse Practitioner
Premise Health, LLC
12.2015 - 08.2023Read More
Family Nurse Practitioner
Ridgecrest Medical
10.2014 - 07.2015Read More
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Kentucky Community and Technical College Systems
08.2014 - CurrentRead More
Family Nurse Practitioner
Central Baptist Hospital
10.2012 - 10.2014Read More
Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Kentucky
11.2010 - 10.2012Read More
Family Nurse Practitioner
Baptist Express Care
12.2009 - 11.2010Read More
Family Nurse Practitioner
Pennington Family Practice
08.2008 - 11.2009Read More
Family Nurse Practitioner
M2K Internal Medicine
01.2008 - 06.2008Read More
RN
Central Baptist Hospital
12.2005 - 06.2006Read More
Intellistaff, St. Joseph Hospital East
06.2005 - 09.2005Read More
charge nurse
Wellmont Lonesome Pine Hospital
08.2004 - 06.2005Read More
St. Joseph Hospital
06.2003 - 03.2004Read More
Southeast Kentucky Community And Technical College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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East Tennessee State University
Master of Science from Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner