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WHITNEY LEIGH WALKER

Germantown,Tennessee

Summary

  • Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with comprehensive clinical training in primary and preventive care across diverse populations.
  • Proficient in-patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and health education, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.
  • Skilled in building trusting relationships with patients and families, effectively communicating complex information in a compassionate and accessible manner.
  • Experienced in collaborating within interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide holistic care and improve patient outcomes.
  • Well-versed in electronic health record (EHR) systems and committed to maintaining meticulous documentation and compliance with healthcare standards.
  • Enthusiastic, adaptable, and dedicated to ongoing professional development.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Acute Dialysis

Fresenius Kidney Care
Memphis, TN
03.2020 - Current

Pediatrics

The Raleigh Group, Pediatric and Adolescent Health
Memphis, TN
10.2024 - 11.2024
  • Conducted comprehensive well-child exams for infants, children, and adolescents, including growth assessments, developmental screenings, and immunizations
  • Managed acute illnesses and injuries in pediatric patients, such as respiratory infections, ear infections, strep throat, and minor injuries, ensuring prompt diagnosis and treatment
  • Provided anticipatory guidance to parents, helping them understand developmental stages and prepare for upcoming milestones and potential challenges

Internal Medicine

The Mastin Clinic
Memphis, TN
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, including detailed histories, physical exams, and differential diagnoses for adult and geriatric populations with complex medical needs
  • Executed medication management with careful attention to polypharmacy, potential drug interactions, and contraindications, particularly in elderly or high-risk patients
  • Managed high patient volumes efficiently, ensuring timely care while maintaining quality and thoroughness in patient interactions

Women's Health

Memphis Women's Consultants
Memphis, TN
04.2024 - 05.2024
  • Conducted comprehensive health assessments for women, including gynecological exams, breast exams, and detailed medical histories focused on reproductive health
  • Managed prenatal and postnatal care, providing monitoring and support to ensure healthy pregnancies and positive outcomes for both mothers and infants
  • Emphasized preventive care, administering vaccines such as HPV and flu shots and encouraging regular health screenings

Family Medicine

Baptist Family Practice
Memphis, TN
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Performed thorough physical exams, collected patient histories, and identified key health concerns across all age groups
  • Managed chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma by creating and implementing individualized treatment plans, with regular monitoring and follow-up
  • Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to support health improvement, covering topics such as nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation, and stress management
  • Provided patient and family education on diagnoses, treatment options, and medication adherence to empower informed decision-making and improve health outcomes

Neuro ICU/ General ICU

Baptist Memorial Hospital
Memphis, Tennessee
08.2017 - 03.2020
  • Started working in neuro ICU/ general ICU
  • Effectively communicates and collaborates with staff, patients, and patient family members
  • Assess, evaluates and performs patient centered care while using strong critical thinking skills
  • Effectively documents data related to patients care
  • Collaborates with staff in maintaining a healthy and healing environment for critically ill patients
  • Provides compassionate care to critical patients with debilitating conditions

Skilled Nursing Facility PRN

The Village at Germantown
Germantown, Tennessee
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Performed as registered nurse supervisor managing floor nurses
  • Effectively assessed, planned, and implemented patient centered care
  • Resolved any conflicts or complaints arising with patients or family members
  • Worked effectively with the staff showing professionalism with all patients, family, nursing and interdisciplinary encounters

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

The University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Loewenberg School of Nursing
Memphis, TN
01.2017

Bachelor of Science - Biology

The University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
01.2012

Skills

  • Prime dialyzer and bloodlines
  • Recording patients' medical information and vital signs
  • Oversee dialysis treatment
  • Cannulates accesses
  • Cleans and dresses permanent and temporary dialysis catheters
  • Provides pre- and post-procedure care to patients within the hemodialysis unit
  • Excellent time management
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Telemedicine and virtual care competency
  • Patient advocate
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Cultural sensitivity and competence
  • Excellent problem-solving skills

Affiliations

  • American Nurses Association
  • Tennessee Nurses Association

References

References upon request

Credentials

MSN, APRN, FNP-BC

Licensureandcertification

  • Family Nurse Practitioner, AANP, 01/01/25
  • Registered Nurse, Tennessee Board of Nursing, 06/01/26
  • American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers, 06/01/25

Timeline

Pediatrics

The Raleigh Group, Pediatric and Adolescent Health
10.2024 - 11.2024

Internal Medicine

The Mastin Clinic
06.2024 - 08.2024

Women's Health

Memphis Women's Consultants
04.2024 - 05.2024

Family Medicine

Baptist Family Practice
01.2024 - 05.2024

Acute Dialysis

Fresenius Kidney Care
03.2020 - Current

Skilled Nursing Facility PRN

The Village at Germantown
06.2018 - 01.2019

Neuro ICU/ General ICU

Baptist Memorial Hospital
08.2017 - 03.2020

Master of Science - Nursing

The University of South Alabama

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Loewenberg School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Biology

The University of Memphis

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