Nurse Practitioner Patient Ca
Resume:
Cynthia M. Mcfarland
RN, DNP, MSN, CPNP, CFNP
RN / Nurse Practitioner / Case Manager
ad70on@r.postjobfree.com • 540-***-****
LinkedIn URL • Fredericksburg, Virginia
Accomplished NP with extensive experience in adult, geriatric, and pediatric patient care across various healthcare settings, including emergency room, primary care, and ventilator-dependent management. Adept at managing complex cases with co-morbidities and respiratory failure, while serving diverse, multicultural populations. Proficient in addressing a wide range of medical conditions, including autoimmune disorders, gastrointestinal issues, pulmonary conditions, and mental health concerns. Skilled in emergency room operations, facilitating intubations, managing codes, and coordinating rapid response teams. Experienced in utilizing EMRs for efficient patient care.
Areas of Expertise
Case Documentation
Care Plan Development
Patient-Centered Care
Healthcare Management
Curriculum Development & Instruction
Disease Management & Education
Collaborative Healthcare Delivery
Electronic Health Records (EMR)Management
Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine
Diagnostic Test Interpretation
Advanced Health Assessment
Clinical Procedure Execution
Professional Experience
Emergicare, Manassas, Virginia
Nurse Practitioner
2011 — Present
Conduct assessments, diagnose conditions, evaluate patient needs, chart findings, and administer treatment to up to 30 patients per day during 10-hour shifts. Provide holistic care across all age groups, ranging from newborns to the elderly. Perform wellness examinations as well as diagnose and treat various illnesses to prescribe medications. Collaborate with supervising physicians when confronted with cases exceeding personal scope of practice. Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration skills in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Key Contributions:
Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
Maintained a high level of patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication.
Delivered patient education, counseling on diagnoses, clear discharge instructions, and follow-up guidance for treatment adherence.
Executed medical procedures including well-woman care, pap smears, suturing of lacerations, and management of dislocated joints.
Dr. Samir Al-Khouri, Alexandria, Virginia
Nurse Practitioner,Dr
2010 — 2011
Assisted Dr. Khouri in managing a diverse patient caseload across multiple locations, encompassing sub-acute to acute care for up to 160 patients. Provided telephone triage and on-call support for Woodbine Respiratory Care and Tracheotomy unit as well as Envoy Healthcare of Alexandria, ensuring timely and appropriate responses to patient needs. Managed a wide range of chronic health issues, including pneumonia, deep vein thrombosis, respiratory failure, and diabetes while collaborating with patients on ventilator weaning protocols and chronic disease management. Admitted/discharged patients to both facilities, overseeing initial assessments to discharge evaluations.
Key Contributions:
Ensured smooth transitions of care for admitted and discharged patients, maintaining treatment plan continuity and consistency.
Received positive feedback from patients/colleagues for dedication to patient well-being and effective collaboration within team.
Documented patient encounters, dictating notes as necessary, prescribing medications, and issuing admission/discharge orders.
Demonstrated exceptional competence in managing a high-volume patient load while maintaining quality care standards.
Ordered and interpreted lab tests, X-rays, and procedures, discussing findings with Dr. Khouri for treatment planning.
Successfully assisted in complex medical cases, contributing to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Minute Clinic, Dale City VA and other NOVA locations
Nurse Practitioner
2009 — 2010
Conducted assessments, diagnosed conditions, evaluated patient needs, charted findings, and provided treatment to an average of 25-30 patients daily. Offered care across all age groups, with a focus on pediatric patients, constituting over 50% of the patient population seen. Managed the entire patient care process from check-in to discharge, including obtaining insurance information, conducting examinations, providing treatment, collecting co-pays, and offering clear discharge instructions while maintaining a high level of efficiency and quality.
Key Contributions:
Administered wellness examinations as well as diagnosed/treated various illnesses, prescribing medications as deemed necessary.
Utilized strong communication skills in effectively conveying medical information and discharge instructions to patients.
Fostered a collaborative working relationship with supervising physicians, contributing to a cohesive healthcare team environment.
Partnered with supervising physicians for optimal patient care and outcomes when cases exceeded personal scope of practice.
Provided patient education and follow-up instructions to promote understanding and compliance with treatment plans.
Consistently received positive feedback from patients for attentive and compassionate care delivery.
Additional Experience
Nurse Practitioner - Prince William Pediatrics, Woodbridge, VA
Nurse Practitioner - Rappahannock GI Associates, Fredericksburg, VA
Nurse Practitioner - Dr. Steven Tucker Family Practice, Manassas, VA
Nurse Practitioner - Preferred Pediatrics of Fredericksburg, VA
Nurse Practitioner - Kaiser Permanente, Woodbridge, VA
Adjunct Professor/Preceptor - George Mason, George Washington Universities, & University of Virginia, Washington Metropolitan area
Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center, Fairfax, VA
Registered Nurse/Staff Nurse - Mary Washington Hospital, Fredericksburg, VA
Staff Nurse/ Home Health Nurse - VNA of Northern Virginia, Arlington, VA
Staff Nurse - Emergency Room, Potomac Hospital, Woodbridge, VA
Staff Nurse - Neurology Department, Mt. Vernon Hospital, Alexandria, VA
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner – Graduated with Honors
George Mason University, in collaboration with George Washington University College of Medicine & Health Science
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
Certifications & Licenses
Nurse Practitioner, State of Virginia #001*******
Registered Nurse, Virginia Board of Nursing #000******* (reinstating Oct 2009)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
Family Nurse & Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center
CPR Certified
Authorization to Prescribe, VA Board of Nursing
Awards & Recognition
Lecturer/Speaker, Virginia Nurse Practitioner Conferences
Conference Speaker and ANCC board exam question developer
Employee of the Month, Kaiser Medical
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