Aaren Mills, FNP-C

Bariatric Surgery and Medical Weight Loss

Provide initial and follow up consultations with medical and surgical weight loss patients as well as inpatient rounding and management of surgical cases. Patient care coordination with collaborating physicians, registered dietitians, psychologists and other team members.

• Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
• Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
• Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
• Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
• Managed complex cases involving multiple co-morbidities through diligent monitoring of disease progression and proactive intervention strategies.
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes, hypertension and other comorbid conditions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.

Staff Nurse- Post-surgical and Bariatric Unit

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.