Jennifer Clarke
Covington
Summary
Nurse Practitioner with 28 years of experience in ER and Urgent Care at Memorial Hospital @ Gulfport. Proficient in patient assessment and diagnostic testing, with a strong focus on interprofessional collaboration and resident mentoring. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes through education and effective clinical procedures in high-pressure healthcare settings.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Memorial Hospital @ Gulfport
Gulfport
12.1996 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and administered diagnostic tests in the Urgent Care setting to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment across all age groups.
- Facilitated referrals to specialists, and coordinated transfers to emergency care when necessary.
- Executed clinical procedures, including incision and drainage, and suturing, ensuring patient safety and precision.
- Educated patients and family members on health management and preventive care, enhancing their understanding and compliance.
- Provided critical care and emergency treatment as an ER nurse at Memorial Hospital from 1996-2011.
- Transitioned from ER nurse to nurse practitioner, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for medical residents in the urgent care clinic, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge.
- Utilized 30-plus years of ICU and ER nursing expertise to enhance patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12-2009
BSN
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS05-1994
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Diagnostic testing
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Electronic health records
- Time management
- Mentoring residents
- Interpersonal communication
- Conflict resolution
- Healthcare delivery
- Referral coordination
- Critical thinking
- Clinical procedures
- Emergency response
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Pediatric exams
- Prescribing medications
- Patient-centered care
- Interprofessional collaboration
- STD care and counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Vaccination administration
- Administering medication
- Patient referrals
- Emergency care
- Treatment plan development
- Medical chart management
- Advanced physical examination
- Acute care expertise
- HIPAA guidelines
- Medication administration
- Records review
Certification
NIHSS certification
ANCC board certified FNP
SANE certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Memorial Hospital @ Gulfport
12.1996 - 12.2024
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Southern Mississippi
BSN
Mississippi University For Women
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