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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidateCandidate's Name , MSN, AGNP-CGardner, KS Street Address PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLEPROFESSIONAL SUMMARYAs a Nurse Practitioner, I am looking to establish a long-term professional relationship with a reputable organization and company, with opportunity for advancement and growth as a Nurse Practitioner. After starting my Nursing career later in life, I have taken all opportunities offered for advancement in my career with final completion of my Masters degree and Nurse Practitioner certification. I have experienced a variety of settings and have always maintained my passion for direct patient interaction, education, and care. I thrive in a fast-paced environment and can work independently or as an interdisciplinary team member. I am currently in a Nurse Practitioner Residency program through the Kansas City Veterans Health Administration, and I am looking for the next step in my career.PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPAmerican Association of Nurse Practitioners (2023)Association of Missouri Nurse Practitioners (2023)Phi Theta Kappa Inductee (2012)Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society (2022)CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSEAGNP-CKansas APRNIowa APRN (in progress)RN Kansas Compact (in progress)Iowa RN (2023)Advanced Cardiac Life SupportBasic Life SupportNIH Stroke CertifiedPROJECTSQuality Improvement Project: OEND and Naloxone DistributionEvidence Based Project: Utilization of Technology Based Diabetes Education for Diabetics to Improve Glycemic ControlUnit Nurse Practice Council PresidentMember of Organization Nurse Practice CouncilFlipped Classroom PresentationsVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESStand Down National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (2024)Community Health Event (2016-2023)Prairie Paws Animal ShelterEXPERIENCE09/2023 Present. Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Residency Program Kansas City Veterans Health AdministrationManage primary care patient panel.Collaborative management of chronic and acute health conditionsMaintain routine health screenings & immunizationsCollaborate with interdisciplinary members for optimization of Veteran health outcomesAttend interdisciplinary settings and specialty rotationsProficient in CPRS, JLV and VistaNon-formulary Medication requestCommunity Care Requests for qualifying services08/2021 to 08/2023Unit CoordinatorOlathe Medical Center Olathe, KSCommunicated with direct management and house supervisor to facilitate efficient operation of Progressive Care Unit.Partnered with organizational and unit leaders to devise QA/QI initiatives, continuously improving delivery of care, patient outcomes and overall services.Managed census, occupancy, and assignments with consideration of Federal and State compliance & regulations.Communicated with management, patients, and medical staff to convey important information to facilitate smooth unit operations.05/2018 to 08/2021Registered NurseOlathe Medical Center Progressive CareDirect patient care for Cardiothoracic, Vascular & General surgery patients.Competent in multiple intravenous medication infusions, including cardiac and insulin drips.Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.09/2016 to 05/2018Nurse ManagerOlathe Medical Center Hospice House Olathe, KSSupervise and provide direct patient care for end of life needs that are requiring higher needs of symptom managementEvaluation of referrals and acceptance of Hospice patients with interdisciplinary approach to care planningResponsible for 17 staff members, including RN's, LPN's and CNA'sAssure Medicare and Joint Commission standards and complianceAuditing of documentation for errors, compliance, and quality assuranceActively involved in waste and cost reduction measures, specifically implementing an automated dispensing system for medication administration and monitoringProvide staff education and updates to ensure continuing education and evolving standards in careParticipant in Interdisciplinary Team to address current and potential patient needs, cares, and concerns.10/2014 to 10/2016Circulating Nurse, Operating RoomOlathe Medical Center Olathe, KSPeri-operative nurse in the ORInsured SCIP (Surgical Care Improvement Project) measures were followed in the operative settingResponsible for ensuring operative suite and staff were ready for upcoming surgery (counting of instruments/supplies, ensured sterile field, prepping of skin and position of surgical patient) with continued responsibility of operative suite throughout surgical case06/2013 to 09/2016RNOlathe Medical Center, OMCI, Women's Health Unit Olathe, KSAdmissions, direct admits and discharging of patientsCare of medical-surgical, telemetry monitoring of patientsShift coordinating and handling of unit staffing05/2012 to 06/2013RN Clinic Float NurseOlathe Medical Health Systems OMSI Olathe, KSUrgent Care nursing (breathing treatments, preparing suture placement, IM/SQ administrations, ECG, peak flows, vital signs/assessment, assist w/ pelvic exams, patient education when indicated, phone triage, intake for both Urgent care and family practice, RX refills/prior authorizations, Referrals/Pre-cert.07/2010 to 02/2012Certified Nursing AssistantVintage Park Assisted Living Communities Gardner, KSAssist residents with ADL's, light housekeeping dutiesComplete and review HCBS sheets for residents.Promotion of healthy habits and overall wellness.Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.EDUCATION AND TRAINING12/2022Master of Science: Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse PractitionerMidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS08/2016Bachelor of Science in NursingMidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS12/2012Associates Degree of NursingNeosho County Community College Ottawa, KS |
