Kimberly Autry
House Springs
Summary
Qualified Nurse Practitioner with background in providing compassionate care to patients with serious illnesses. Extensive experience in developing individualized care plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient comfort. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage symptoms and provide emotional support to patients and families.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
Unity Hospice and Palliative Care
01.2023 - Current
- Managed complex pain symptoms through medication adjustments, non-pharmacological interventions, and referral to appropriate specialists when necessary.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult transitions in illness trajectories.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed complex pain symptoms through medication adjustments, non-pharmacological interventions, and referral to appropriate specialists when necessary.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult transitions in illness trajectories.
- 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.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
Surgical Staff Nurse
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
08.2012 - 07.2021
- Accessed patient medical history, current medications and pre-procedure instructions to confirm adherence and respond to questions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to family members prior to and following a patient's surgery.
- Informed patients, family members and caregivers of physician instructions for post-operative at-home care.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University of Saint Louis
12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St Louis, MO12.2016
Skills
- Physical assessment
- End-of-life care
- Symptom assessment
- Family support
- Care coordination
- Advance care planning
- Patient education
- Problem-solving
- Chronic health problems
- Geriatric care
Certification
- Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner MSN, AGNP-C
- Registered Nurse BSN, RN
- Board Certified Medical Surgical Nursing CMSRN
Licenses
MSN, APRN, AGNP-C
Current DEA license
Timeline
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
Unity Hospice and Palliative Care
01.2023 - Current
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care
07.2021 - 01.2023
Surgical Staff Nurse
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
08.2012 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Maryville University of Saint Louis
- Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner MSN, AGNP-C
- Registered Nurse BSN, RN
- Board Certified Medical Surgical Nursing CMSRN
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University of Saint Louis
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