Member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Fraternity

Member of Phi Sigma Pi Honors Fraternity

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

McNair Scholars Post Baccalaureate Achievement Program

Recipient of Honors Scholarship

Recipient of Trustee Scholarship

Recipient of Oscar Ritchie Memorial Scholarship

Recipient of Founders Scholars Program Scholarship

Three time Daisy Award Nominee

Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner

An initial visit with a provider involves a medical history review, an assessment of your specific symptoms and concerns, and possible diagnostic tests to evaluate a patient's health, identify issues, and develop and discuss treatment options.

Offers comprehensive health assessments, routine check-ups, and preventative strategies to maintain optimal health.

An opportunity for potential patients to discuss their concerns or needs with a provider, or therapist, to determine if their services are a good fit and to receive initial advice or guidance. Many providers offer free or very affordable consultation services with potential patient leads.

A follow-up visit with a provider involves checking the progress of the patient's treatment plan, assessing any new symptoms or concerns, and adjusting the treatment plan as needed to ensure optimal health outcomes.

A medication refill appointment with a provider typically involves a brief review of his/her existing patient's medical history, confirming the need for the medication refill, and issuing a new prescription. It may also involve evaluating any side effects or concerns related to the medication and ensuring that the treatment plan is still appropriate for the patient's needs.

Provide remote treatment for patients through online consultation and telehealth services.
▪ Provide advice and consultation, particularly as it relates to treatment options and whether or not a patient needs to visit
a clinic or hospital.
▪ Use webcams, chat systems, email, social media, and other forms of online communication to interact with patients.
▪ Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality

Nurse Practitioner

Review and observe a member’s current health, medical history, medication adherence, social environment and other risks.
▪ Improve quality of care and allow us to potentially close multiple care gaps with a single visit.

Travel Nurse Practitioner

Provide high quality health care to Kaiser Permanente members in a
cost-effective manner and in accordance with accepted professional practice
standards
▪ Provide high-quality health care through direct assessment, diagnosis, and
formulation/implementation of treatment plan for patients with common acute chronic illnesses and injuries (may include performing histories and physicals; ordering, interpreting, and following up on diagnostic studies; ordering medications
▪ Perform health maintenance services, including patient education, for well members
▪ Refer patients for specialty consultation or difficult problemsDocument in writing all care in patient's permanent medical record in accordance with accepted medical/legal standards
▪ Provide all medical care in accordance with accepted practice standards, hospital/clinic protocols (including supervision
by a physician), and state licensing guidelines
▪ Coordinate, develop or organize patient or department services or programs

Evaluate and treat clinic patients in accordance with Health Choice policies and medical practice consistent with an urgent care and primary care
▪ Provide compassionate and respectful patient care, direct patient care including, but not limited to, physical exams, evaluations, diagnostic testing, diagnosis and treatment for patients of all ages
▪ Standard office procedures to include, but not limited to, incision and drainage, fracture care, suturing, infection management, wound care and more
▪ Manage patient referrals, communicate test results, follow up care, and other treatment plans as appropriate; document care utilizing the center’s electronic medical record

Nurse Practitioner 

Perform initial patient screenings, patient history and physical examinations
▪ Provide therapeutic interventions, such as splinting, suturing, wound care and minor surgical procedures in patient home
▪ Use critical thinking skills and follow evidence-based standards of practice
▪ Accurately and thoroughly update patient records
▪ Educate patients and families on ways to manage their health and well-being
▪ Review records for accuracy at each patient appointment
▪ Analyze test data and determine the need for follow-up appointments and further treatment options

▪ Achieves healthcare goals by overseeing operations such as obtaining patient histories and performing physical examinations, ordering, and/ or performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, formulating diagnosis, and
developing and implementing a treatment plan.
▪ Held accountable for performing minor surgical procedures, performing minor orthopedic procedures and interpreting
laboratory and radiographic tests.
▪ Maximizes resources by offering counseling and education to meet patient needs and makes appropriate referrals when
necessary.
▪ Orchestrates process for prescribing and dispensing drugs and medical devices to the extent permitted by state and
federal law.

Achieved goals by accurately recording patients' medical histories and symptoms, administering patients' medicines and treatments, and setting up plans for patients' care or contributing to existing plans.
▪ Provided general and preventative care, conduct check-ups, treat illnesses, order lab tests, and prescribe medications for children and adults.
▪ Successfully demonstrated concepts, practices and procedures set forth by CLINIC, government agencies as well as occupational health clients.
▪ Collaborated effectively with health team members of the interdisciplinary team to facilitate positive patient care outcomes through the facility.
▪ Orchestrated educational training that taught patients and significant others how to manage their post-treatment home care needs, and self-administration of medication.
▪ Completed charting and required paperwork while actively participating in the development/ review of office policies and procedures.

Achieved goals as a Hospice Nurse Practitioner by performing clinical care which included bedside evaluation of patients and patients’ histories, review of systems, vital signs, physical examinations, medication review, allergy review,
radiological and laboratory interpretations
▪ Held accountable for overseeing inpatient care, discharge orders, patient instruction and education, as well as
participation in case management.
▪ Successfully collaborated with hospice social workers, case managers and applicable ancillary staff regarding hospice care
services.
▪ Analyzed and interpreted laboratory and radiology tests as well as prescribed medications to the extent delegated and
licensed.
▪ Provided education to all clinical staff, patients and families on applicable disease management and prevention strategies
while complying with all HIPAA regulations and security of protected health information.
▪ Maintained accurate patient records, charts and documents to support sound hospice practice

Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Initial Visit

Follow-up Visit

A prescription service appointment with a provider typically involves a brief review of his/her existing patient's medical history, confirming the need for the prescription service, and issuing a new prescription. It may also involve evaluating any side effects or concerns related to the medication and ensuring that the treatment plan is still appropriate for the patient's needs.

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