Justine Walker
Merrillville
Summary
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with 20 years of experience in managing chronic diseases among diverse populations, including veterans. Committed to delivering individualized treatment plans and exceeding patient satisfaction metrics through evidence-based practices and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
ADAM BENJAMIN JR. VA OUTPATIENT CLINIC
Crown Point
02.2016 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments, perform physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests and provide appropriate follow-up care to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Manage a a panel of 900 male veterans with chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and COPD focusing on monitoring, medication adjustment, and patient education to improve disease control and quality of life
- Developed and implemented evidence-based treatment plans, incorporating pharmacological interventions and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to plan, manage, and assess patient treatments, ensuring comprehensive care
- Consistently exceed Strategic Analytics for Improvement and Learning (SAIL) metrics resulting in improved patient satisfaction and outcomess
- Precept and mentor nurse practitioner students
- Lead and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care coordination
- Maintained full-time schedule of 40 hours per week to provide consistent patient care.
Nurse Practitioner
JESSES BROWN VA MEDICAL CENTER WOMENS VETERANS HEALTH CENTER
Chicago
02.2009 - 02.2016
- Managed panel of 800 female veterans with chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and COPD
- Monitored, adjusted medications, and educated patients to enhance disease control and quality of life
- Conducted comprehensive womens health assessments including pelvic/pap and breast exams, ensuring high quality patient care and satisfaction
- Developed and implemented evidence-based treatment plans, incorporating pharmacological interventions and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to plan, manage, and assess patient treatments
- Consistently exceeded Strategic Analytics for Improvement and Learning (SAIL) metrics resulting in improved patient satisfaction and outcome
- Precepted and mentored nurse practitioner students
- Led and participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care coordination
- Worked 40 hours weekly in a healthcare setting
Nurse Practitioner
MINUTE CLINIC
Park Forest
02.2007 - 02.2009
- Diagnosed and treated children and adults through comprehensive patient interviews, physical examinations, and detailed reviews of diagnostic lab tests.
- Requested and analyzed diagnostic lab tests to provide precise treatments, collaborating with local medical professionals for effective specialist referrals.
- Developed preventative health strategies for patients, promoting lifestyle adjustments and ensuring medication adherence.
- Hours per week: 16
Nurse Practitioner
MERCY HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER
Chicago
02.2007 - 02.2009
- Managed annual panel of 900 women and children with acute and chronic diseases, achieving high patient care satisfaction
- Conducted comprehensive women's health assessments, including pelvic/pap and breast exams, to enhance patient care quality
- Diagnosed and treated children by interviewing, examining physiological symptoms, and reviewing diagnostic lab tests
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans and improve patient outcomes
- Led patient education workshops, raising community awareness on women's health issues by 30%
- Hours per week: 40
Nurse Practitioner
WOODY WINSTON HEALTH CENTER
Phoenix
05.1999 - 01.2007
- Managed panel of 1000 women and children with acute and chronic diseases, achieving high patient care satisfaction.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments and formulated individualized treatment plans for women and children.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to plan and assess patient treatments, ensuring comprehensive care.
- Educated patients on preventive care, medication management, and lifestyle modification to enhance health outcomes.
- Hours per week: 40
Registered Nurse
RUSH PRESBYTERIAN ST LUKE MEDICAL CENTER
Chicago
06.1998 - 05.1999
- Advocated for optimal healthcare services and providers tailored to individual patient needs
- Coordinated safe transitions for patients from hospital care to home or other healthcare settings, ensuring continuity of care
- Conducted case and healthcare insurance reviews to ensure patients received optimal care under their coverage plans
- Hours per week: 40
Registered Nurse
CHRIST HOSPITAL
Oak Lawn
05.1996 - 06.1998
- Advocated for access to high-quality healthcare services and providers for patients
- Coordinated safe transitions for patients from hospital care to home or other healthcare settings
- Conducted case and healthcare insurance reviews to ensure patients received optimal care under their medical coverage plans
- Hours per week: 40
Education
Doctorate degree - Doctor of Nursing Practice
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Phoenix, AZ08-2020
Technical or occupational certificate - Post-Masters Family Nurse Practitioner | Family Nurse Practitioner
SAINT XAIVER UNIVERSITY
Chicago, IL05-1999
Masters degree - Master of Science in Nursing
UNIVERSITY OF INCARNATE WORD
San Antonio, TX05-1995
Bachelors degree - Bachelor of Science of Nursing
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY
Chicago, IL05-1980
Skills
- Chronic disease management
- medication management
- patient assessments
- diagnostic testing
- evidence-based treatment
- EPIC charting
- team collaboration
Certification
- Accreditation and Certifications
- ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification
- Indiana Registered Nurse license
- Illinois Registered Nurse license
- Indiana Advanced Practice Nurse License
- Illinois Advance Practice Nurse License
- Membership and Associations
- American Nurses Association / Indiana State Nurses Association
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
ADAM BENJAMIN JR. VA OUTPATIENT CLINIC
02.2016 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
JESSES BROWN VA MEDICAL CENTER WOMENS VETERANS HEALTH CENTER
02.2009 - 02.2016
Nurse Practitioner
MINUTE CLINIC
02.2007 - 02.2009
Nurse Practitioner
MERCY HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER
02.2007 - 02.2009
Nurse Practitioner
WOODY WINSTON HEALTH CENTER
05.1999 - 01.2007
Registered Nurse
RUSH PRESBYTERIAN ST LUKE MEDICAL CENTER
06.1998 - 05.1999
Registered Nurse
CHRIST HOSPITAL
05.1996 - 06.1998
Doctorate degree - Doctor of Nursing Practice
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Technical or occupational certificate - Post-Masters Family Nurse Practitioner | Family Nurse Practitioner
SAINT XAIVER UNIVERSITY
Masters degree - Master of Science in Nursing
UNIVERSITY OF INCARNATE WORD
Bachelors degree - Bachelor of Science of Nursing
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY