Experienced Family Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years in acute care, stroke/neurology, long-term care, rehabilitation, and primary care. Expertise in comprehensive assessment, disease management, preventive care, and interdisciplinary care coordination. Skilled in managing medically complex adults with a solid foundation in stroke and neurological nursing and primary care across the lifespan.
Work History
Registered Nurse – Stroke Unit
5 Years 6 Months
Tidelands Health Waccamaw Community Hospital | 05.2021 - Current
Provide acute nursing care to patients with stroke and complex neurological conditions
Perform ongoing neurological and physical assessments and recognize changes in patient condition
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, case management, and multidisciplinary teams
Provide patient and family education related to stroke recovery, medications, risk-factor modification, and discharge planning
FNP Clinical Rotation
1 Year
Tidelands Health Family Medicine | 01.2025 - 01.2026
Conducted comprehensive health assessments and focused examinations to inform patient care decisions across the lifespan
Evaluated and managed acute and chronic conditions, contributing to improved patient outcomes in primary care setting
Facilitated preventive care, wellness visits, medication management, and patient education to enhance patient engagement and health maintenance
FNP Clinical Rotation
1 Year
Tidelands Health Family Medicine | 01.2025 - 01.2026
Delivered supervised primary care clinical experience across diverse age groups to enhance patient care
Engaged in acute and chronic disease management, preventive care, health promotion, and patient education to improve patient outcomes
FNP Clinical Rotation
1 Year
Smith Medical Clinic | 01.2025 - 01.2026
Delivered supervised primary care clinical experience focusing on comprehensive assessment, chronic disease management, preventive care, and patient education to enhance patient outcomes
Facilitated care coordination and patient education for underserved and uninsured populations to improve access to health resources
Registered Nurse
7 Years 3 Months
Prince George Healthcare Center | 02.2014 - 05.2021
Delivered skilled nursing and long-term care for medically complex patients, ensuring comprehensive support and improved patient outcomes
Oversaw medication administration, chronic disease monitoring, assessments, and care planning to enhance patient health and well-being
Coordinated care with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration throughout care transition
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year
Signature Healthcare | 01.2013 - 01.2014
Delivered nursing care in a long-term care setting.
Administered medications and monitored resident responses, maintaining accurate medication records and prompt follow-up.
Assessed patient conditions, documented changes, and communicated concerns to nursing staff and providers.
Coordinated daily care activities with interdisciplinary teams to support consistent resident treatment plans.
Operations Specialist (92G)
6 Years
United States Army | 05.2006 - 05.2012
Led teams in various military operations to ensure effective collaboration and adherence to safety protocols.
Enforced strict public health, sanitation, and safety regulations, ensuring compliance with federal and military organizational standards.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University | 08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University | 07-2023
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)
Horry Georgetown Technical College | 01-2020
Practical Nursing Diploma
Tennessee College of Applied Technology | 01-2012
Skills
Acute stroke management
Neurological care
Neurological assessment
Primary care
Acute & chronic disease management
Preventive care
Medication management
Patient education
Care coordination
Family Medicine
Medicare wellness
Evidence-based practice
Epic EMR
Affiliations
Shared Governance Chair – Tidelands Health Waccamaw Community Hospital: Led unit-based initiatives focused on nursing practice and quality improvement; served as liaison between nursing staff and hospital leadership.
Epic EMR Superuser – Tidelands Health: Provided workflow support and user guidance during system-wide Epic implementation and go-live.
Employee Retention Committee Member – Prince George Healthcare Center: Participated in staff engagement, recognition, morale, and retention initiatives.
Certification
Family Nurse Practitioner – ANCC Board Certified (FNP-BC)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – South Carolina (pending/active status to be updated)
Registered Nurse – South Carolina
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Emergency Neurological Life Support (ENLS)
AI for Nursing Professionals Certification
Timeline
FNP Clinical Rotation
Tidelands Health Family Medicine
01.2025 - 01.2026Read More
FNP Clinical Rotation
Tidelands Health Family Medicine
01.2025 - 01.2026Read More
FNP Clinical Rotation
Smith Medical Clinic
01.2025 - 01.2026Read More
Registered Nurse – Stroke Unit
Tidelands Health Waccamaw Community Hospital
05.2021 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
Prince George Healthcare Center
02.2014 - 05.2021Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Signature Healthcare
01.2013 - 01.2014Read More
Operations Specialist (92G)
United States Army
05.2006 - 05.2012Read More
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Practical Nursing Diploma
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Horry Georgetown Technical College
Associate Degree from Nursing (ADN)
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Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Chamberlain University
Master of Science from Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner
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