Ophelia Harvey
Nashville
Summary
Dynamic Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at United Neighborhood Health, excelling in chronic disease management and patient education. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through tailored care plans and effective communication. Skilled in electronic health records and committed to promoting preventive health care in diverse populations.
Healthcare professional with strong foundation in family medicine, well-versed in delivering patient-centered care across diverse populations. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving consistent positive patient outcomes. Adept at adapting to evolving healthcare needs, with skills in diagnostic testing and patient education.
Experienced with patient care, emphasizing thorough assessments and tailored treatment plans. Utilizes advanced clinical skills to enhance patient well-being and satisfaction. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and collaborative practices, ensuring holistic and effective care.
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with four years of comprehensive experience including twenty-eight years providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of NexGen and other Patient Management other software. .
Highly qualified and board certified FNP driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
United Neighhoodheath
12.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine healthcare needs and treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based care plans tailored to individual patient conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention, health maintenance, and medication management strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for diverse patient populations.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive care.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Managed chronic conditions through ongoing monitoring and follow-up visits.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient interactions accurately.
- Provided mentorship to nursing students during clinical rotations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinic operations.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by proactively monitoring high-risk patients and providing timely intervention when needed.
- Managed team of medical support personnel and collaborated with internal departments to resolve issues and improve services.
- Provided mentorship and support for new nursing graduates entering the profession.
- Improved community health outcomes through the development and implementation of targeted health promotion programs.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care between primary care providers and specialists, ensuring continuity of care for patients with complex medical needs.
- Reviewed test results and information gleaned during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses or conditions.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by offering personalized guidance and education on chronic disease management.
- Facilitated ongoing assessment of patient and family needs and implemented interdisciplinary team care plan.
- Strengthened patient-provider relationships by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns with empathy and understanding.
- Reduced waiting times for appointments through effective scheduling practices.
- Coordinated patient care integral part of interdisciplinary team.
- Worked with patients and families to explain plans of care, advocating for needs and preferences and updating periodically.
- Streamlined clinic operations by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Assessed diagnostic radiology films.
- Completed physical examinations and required immunizations for school-aged patients.
- Boosted efficiency within the clinic setting by implementing electronic health records systems and streamlining documentation processes.
- Met with up to 16-22 patients each day in primary care office.
- Enabled timely referrals to specialist services as required, facilitating optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare environment.
- Oversaw overall primary care, quality assurance and HIPAA compliance.
- Effectively managed resources during periods of increased demand for services.
- Optimized preventative care strategies through conducting comprehensive health assessments and screenings for early detection of potential issues.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements related to nursing practice.
- Validation of competency through regular participation in continuing education courses.
- Discussed preventive measures to improve health and avert further medical issues.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery within the family practice setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive family healthcare services, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
- Expanded access to quality healthcare services in underserved communities through participation in mobile telemedicine platforms.
- Reviewed medical histories and current complaints.
- Elevated standards of clinical excellence by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in family medicine.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Metero General Hospital
06.2004 - 05.2008
- Administered complex medication regimens and critical interventions for patients in intensive care units.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely responses to changes in health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, discharge planning, and post-care management strategies.
- Assisted with invasive procedures such as central line insertions, IABP, or chest tube placement under physician supervision when needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by effectively assessing, diagnosing, and implementing appropriate interventions for critically ill patients.
- Educated patients and families about disease processes, treatment options, and self-care strategies to promote informed decision-making and self-management skills.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to post surgery patients.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in medical critical care units.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
06.2000 - 08.2006
- Administered complex medication regimens and IV therapies to critically ill patients.
- Monitored vital signs and implemented timely interventions to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on critical care procedures and post-discharge planning.
- Led code blue responses, ensuring effective teamwork and adherence to emergency protocols.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skills in critical assessment, time management, critical thinking skills, and patient management practices.
- Streamlined patient documentation processes, enhancing accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted with invasive procedures such as central line, arterial lines, vascath, ecmo cannular insertions, bronchoscopies, tracheostomy, or colonoscopy under physician supervision when needed.
- Advocated for patient autonomy and rights during decision-making processes, upholding ethical principles in critical care nursing practice.
- Facilitated timely discharges through interdisciplinary collaboration and efficient coordination of post-acute care services for patients requiring ongoing support after ICU stay.
- Contributed to a reduction in hospital-acquired infections by maintaining strict infection control measures and sterile techniques.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing individualized plans of care tailored to each patient''s unique needs and preferences.
- Actively participated in unit-based educational offerings aimed at increasing clinical knowledge and staying current with evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Continuously sought opportunities for professional growth and development through attendance at conferences, workshops, and participation in certification programs relevant to adult critical care nursing.
- Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, facilitating their transition into professional practice within the critical care setting.
- Promoted effective communication among the interdisciplinary team, ensuring timely updates on patient status and progress.
- Enhanced patient safety through adherence to evidence-based practices and protocols in critical care settings.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and families during end-of-life situations, demonstrating empathy and support.
- Implemented advanced life support measures during emergent situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions until transfer to higher levels of care if necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing assessments, interventions, evaluations, and discharge planning activities as per regulatory requirements.
- Served as a resource and mentor to other nursing staff, providing guidance on complex patient care issues and fostering an environment of continuous learning.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adjusting staffing assignments or workload distribution based on changing patient acuity levels, ensuring optimal care delivery at all times.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Surgical Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
07.1999 - 11.2000
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals during surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes in condition to medical staff promptly.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, ensuring understanding of recovery processes.
- Mentored junior nurses in best practices for patient assessment, data analysis, interpretation, monitoring, recognizing critical changes and timely intervention. del
- Evaluated nursing practices regularly, identifying areas for enhancement and implementing solutions effectively.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, medication safety by using the five rights, test equipment regularly, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention as well as early ambulation.
- Managed caseload of 4 postop surgical patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, wound care, continuous veno-venous hemodialysis, and ECMO(extracorporeal membrane oxygenation Machine.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practicitiner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Aquinas College
Nashville, TN05-1998
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05-1996
Certificate of Technical Studies - Dental Laboratory Techinican
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN04-1984
Skills
- Chronic disease management
- Preventive health care
- Patient assessment
- Health promotion
- Diagnostic screenings
- Diagnostic testing
- Lab result evaluation
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Physical assessments
- Medical histories
- Treatment plan development
- Diagnosis formulation
- Medical charting
- Physical examinations
- Geriatric care
- Family planning
- Family education
- Prescribing medications
- Clinical decision making
- Electronic health records systems
- Electronic charting
- Medication education
- Patient safety
- Family health
- Telemedicine appointments
- Women's health exams
- Patient care coordination
- Healthcare education
- Primary care
- Medical history review
Affiliations
- American Association of Nurse Practioners
Certification
- Licensed Family Nurse Practitioner - 6 December 2022-Present
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Enjoy participating in low impact exercises, thirty-minutes per day for overall mental health and wellness
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive health changes in the community
- Providing medical care and support and shelter for the homeless, women, and children
- Investing in community initiatives to improve public health outcomes native and underserved communities
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
United Neighhoodheath
12.2022 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Metero General Hospital
06.2004 - 05.2008
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
06.2000 - 08.2006
Surgical Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
07.1999 - 11.2000
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practicitiner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
East Tennessee State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Tennessee State University
Certificate of Technical Studies - Dental Laboratory Techinican
Nashville State Community College