Cody Folsom
Aragon
Summary
Dynamic Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Floyd Medical Center, excelling in acute care and patient education. Proven ability to develop effective treatment plans and perform minor procedures. Strong advocate for patient rights, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with regulations. Skilled in radiology diagnostics and committed to enhancing patient outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Urgent Care atrium health Floyd
Rockmart
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and formulated treatment plans.
- Performed minor procedures and assisted in complex medical interventions.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning decisions.
- Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system according to established standards.
- Managed referrals to specialists when necessary and followed up with results from referrals.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as laboratory work, EKGs, x-rays, ultrasounds and other imaging studies.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases.
- Instructed and counseled patients to comply with prescribed medical or physical regimens, medications, health maintenance and addiction treatment.
- Served as a mentor for new graduate nurses entering into Family Nurse Practitioner roles.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests, including X-rays, EKGs, and laboratory tests, to diagnose health issues.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Apollo MD/Polk (Floyd)Medical Center
Cedartown
08.2017 - Current
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Examined wounds and treated lacerations.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Assessed, evaluated and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Provided care for critically ill patients with traumatic injuries and life-threatening illnesses.
- Cared for obstetrics and gynecological patients.
- Highly skilled in diagnosing, treating, and assisting patients in managing acute and chronic illnesses.
- Hardworking, energetic, and very flexible.
- Adapts easy to change.
- Functions independently as a provider in an emergency room setting seeing a large volume of patients daily.
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Floyd Medical Center
Rome, GA
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Examined wounds and treated lacerations.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Evaluated new patients by taking vital signs, reviewing lab results and taking visual assessment of patients.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Provided care for critically ill patients with traumatic injuries and life-threatening illnesses.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Floyd Medical Center
Rome
06.2011 - 06.2016
- Supported patients and family members with confident, soothing approach as they handled medical crises.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Prepared, administered and documented medications and intravenous infusions on physician orders.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Built rapport with patients and families to increase comfort level and enhance quality of medical history and relevant personal information.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Explained discharge instructions and arranged or confirmed transportation for patients not admitted to hospital.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Assessed vital signs, collected detailed patient history and noted other signs of patient health to make rapid, informed decisions regarding next steps in patient care.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Nurse Technician
Floyd Medical Center, FMC
Rome
06.2010 - 06.2011
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Maintained stringent hygiene standards of unit with disinfection and consistent restock of all equipment.
- Corresponded with appropriate doctors to report any changes occurring in patients' health.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Aided patients with personal hygiene by giving baths, dressing and assisting in feeding.
- Assisted patients with mobility by providing physical support and pushing wheelchairs.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths and performing dress changes for patients.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for ER patient rooms.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Highlands College
Rome, GaBachelor of Science - Nursing
University of West Georgia
Carrolton, GAMaster of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- P>Acute care expertise
- P>Pediatric exams
- P>Women's health exams
- P>Psychiatry and mental health
- P>Therapeutic intervention
- P>Radiology diagnostics
- P>Treatment plan development
- P>Advocate for patient's rights
- P>Patient education
- P>Incision and drainage procedures
- P>Laceration repairs
- P>Emergency room expertise
- Patient assessment
- Minor procedures
- Patient education
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)- Current
- AANP Board Certified
- ACLS
- DOT certification
Personal Information
Title: Family Nurse Practitioner
Certifications
06-2020
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Urgent Care atrium health Floyd
03.2023 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Apollo MD/Polk (Floyd)Medical Center
08.2017 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Floyd Medical Center
06.2016 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Floyd Medical Center
06.2011 - 06.2016
Nurse Technician
Floyd Medical Center, FMC
06.2010 - 06.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Highlands College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of West Georgia
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
University of Cincinnati
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