Teresa Ward
Willow Springs
Summary
Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in patient assessment and chronic disease management. Proven track record in enhancing health outcomes through tailored care strategies and effective prescription management. Committed to advocating for patient needs and delivering high-quality healthcare services.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Cox Health Systems
Willow Springs
11.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and improve outcomes.
- Managed chronic disease programs, focusing on tailored interventions for individual patients.
- Educated patients on preventive health practices and treatment options for informed decision-making.
- Performed diagnostic tests, interpreting results to ensure accurate diagnoses and timely interventions.
- Prescribed medications, effectively monitoring treatment outcomes to adjust care plans as needed.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare systems to secure optimal health outcomes.
- Provided primary care services, including physical examinations, health assessments, and immunizations.
- Conducted comprehensive physical examinations and health assessments on patients across all age groups.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, such as suturing wounds and removing moles or cysts, under appropriate anesthesia.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ozarks Healthcare
West Plains
01.2004 - 12.2016
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on emergency department protocols.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, and therapies per physician directives.
- Maintained accurate records of assessments, treatments, and medications provided.
- Utilized evidence-based guidelines for effective nursing interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to achieve quality patient care outcomes.
- Responded swiftly to life-threatening situations using advanced emergency skills.
- Performed initial assessments, including vital signs and medical histories of patients.
- Implemented infection control measures to mitigate spread of contagious diseases.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nursing
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO08-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO12-2013
Associate of Science - LPN-RN Bridge Program
Texas County Technical College
Houston, MO07-2007
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
South Central Career Center
West Plains01-2004
Skills
- Patient assessment and education
- Chronic disease management
- Evidence-based practice
- Prescription management
- Minor surgical procedures
- Team collaboration
Certification
American Academy of Nurse Practitioner's
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Cox Health Systems
11.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ozarks Healthcare
01.2004 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Family Practice Nursing
Maryville University of Saint Louis
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Louis University
Associate of Science - LPN-RN Bridge Program
Texas County Technical College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
South Central Career Center