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Jennifer Howie

Noblesville

Summary

Distinguished Family Nurse Practitioner with a robust background at Community Physician Network, adept in managing complex comorbidities and enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care. Excelled in interprofessional collaboration and patient education, achieving significant improvements in chronic disease management.


Demonstrates exceptional critical thinking and empathetic patient communication, contributing to a high level of patient satisfaction and care excellence.


Offering solid foundation in patient care with keen interest in family health and wellness. Contributes strong grasp of health assessments and disease prevention strategies, along with adeptness in clinical procedures and patient communication.


Healthcare professional with strong foundation in family medicine, well-versed in delivering patient-centered care across diverse populations. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving consistently positive patient outcomes. Adept at adapting to evolving healthcare needs, with skills in diagnostic testing and patient education.


Qualified Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of experience in a leadership nursing role. Adept at critical care and management with training in patient education and leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization.


Qualified Family Nurse Practitioner with robust background in family healthcare. Expertise includes comprehensive patient assessments and personalized care plans, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in patient education and chronic disease management.


Developed expertise in patient care and diagnostic techniques within fast-paced healthcare environment. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and excellent communication skills, ensuring effective patient interactions and care coordination. Seeking to transition these transferable skills into new and challenging field.

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.


Highly qualified and board certified Family Nurse Practitioner, AANP certified, driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.

Energetic and compassionate, bringing thorough understanding of family-centered care and advanced clinical skills. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of diagnostic techniques and treatment planning, along with proficiency in patient education and electronic health records management. Committed to delivering high-quality healthcare and improving patient outcomes through empathetic and evidence-based practice.


Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Nurse Practitioner

Community Physician Network
01.2021 - Current
  • Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
  • Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
  • Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students, fostering their clinical skills development in primary care settings.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement holistic care approaches for chronic disease management.
  • Advanced cultural competence within the practice environment through ongoing education efforts focused on diversity and inclusion.
  • Provided mental health support by assessing emotional well-being, offering counseling services, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
  • Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
  • Utilized telehealth technology effectively, increasing convenience for patients while maintaining high-quality care standards.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Ascension, St. Vincent
10.2015 - 01.2021
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
  • Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
  • Participated in regular departmental meetings, providing valuable insight and suggestions for improvement.
  • Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
  • Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
  • Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely under physician guidance during labor induction or augmentation processes.
  • Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Community North Hospital
11.2011 - 10.2015
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
  • Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
  • Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Kosciusko Community Hospital, Health Network
06.2008 - 11.2011
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
  • Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.

Education

Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
08-2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
01-2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bethel University
Mishawaka, IN
06-2008

Master of Arts - Christian Ministries And Literature

Anderson University
Anderson, IN
12-2000

Skills

  • Chronic disease management
  • Patient education
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Preventive care
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Physical assessments
  • Quality improvement
  • Care coordination
  • Patient assessment
  • Behavioral health
  • Lab result evaluation
  • Medical histories
  • Electronic medical records
  • Written communication
  • Treatment plan development
  • Telehealth services
  • Patient communication
  • Interpreting laboratory results
  • Healthcare management
  • Women's health
  • Diagnosis formulation
  • Medical charting
  • Pediatric care
  • Research utilization
  • Physical examinations
  • Family planning
  • Geriatric care
  • Family education
  • Clinical care standards
  • End-of-life care
  • Prescribing medications
  • Electronic health records systems
  • Clinical decision making
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Electronic charting
  • Medication education
  • Patient safety
  • Patient rapport
  • Test result interpretation
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Telemedicine appointments
  • Family health
  • Patient advocacy
  • Women's health exams
  • Patient care coordination
  • Critical thinking
  • Acute health problems
  • Primary care
  • Diagnostic tests ordering
  • Medical history review

Timeline

Family Nurse Practitioner

Community Physician Network
01.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Ascension, St. Vincent
10.2015 - 01.2021

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Community North Hospital
11.2011 - 10.2015

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Kosciusko Community Hospital, Health Network
06.2008 - 11.2011

Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner

Indiana Wesleyan University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Indiana Wesleyan University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bethel University

Master of Arts - Christian Ministries And Literature

Anderson University
Jennifer Howie