Lauren Baker
Thomasville
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated FNP-C Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with extensive background and experience primarily in the orthopedic setting. Strong foundation in providing comprehensive care to patients with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, specializing in general orthopedic care, foot and ankle care, pre and post-surgical management, pain management, and patient education to facilitate optimal recovery and mobility restoration; skilled in assessing musculoskeletal function, wound care, and collaborating with the healthcare team to deliver patient-centered care. Seeking to transfer into a new position and apply these transferable skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic
06.2024 - Current
- Worked directly under the supervision of a foot and ankle specialist
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated patients presenting with various musculoskeletal injuries or conditions primarily related to foot and ankle problems
- Performed pre-operative history and physicals
- Performed post-operative exams
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests such as x-rays, MRIs, CT scans
- Prescribed and managed prescription medications
- Instructed, educated, and counseled patients on various orthopedic conditions
- Performed local anesthetic injections for foot and ankle blocks during surgery and in the office as needed for closed reduction of toe fractures
- Performed splinting and casting duties
- Performed wound care
- Assisted surgeon in various types of orthopedic foot and ankle surgeries
- Suturing skills
- Performed hospital rounds for inpatients
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Worked under the direct supervision of a general orthopedic surgeon who has a focus in total joint reconstruction
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated patients presenting with various musculoskeletal injuries or conditions
- Performed various large and small joint injections
- Performed splinting and casting duties
- Performed wound care
- Assisted surgeon in various types of orthopedic surgeries with emphasis on total joint reconstruction, sports medicine, and some trauma
- Suturing skills
- Performed pre-operative history and physicals
- Performed pre and post-operative exams
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests such as x-rays, MRIs, CT scans.
- Prescribed and managed prescription medications
- Instructed, educated, and counseled patients on various orthopedic conditions
- Took ER call for orthopedic injuries at two different hospitals in Tallahassee, FL
- Performed hospital rounds on in-patients
Registered Nurse, PACU
Tallahassee Outpatient Surgery Center
03.2017 - 05.2023
- Assist with patient surgery preparation by establishing venous access, administering proper pre-op medication, and monitoring patients' conditions prior to surgery
- Deliver individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring airway and vital signs, pain management, safe ambulation assistance, and educates patients and caregivers on post-operative instructions
- Nerve Block Department Lead RN, (2018-2019): Assisted anesthesiologists with the placement of peripheral nerve blocks using sterile technique, managed/directed supporting block RN staff members
- Employee Health Nurse, (2018-2019): Maintained employee health records, delivered annual flu immunizations, performed TB testing and evaluation
Director of Fitness and Sports Nutrition
Millsaps Training Facility
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed day-to-day fitness operations of world-renowned motocross training facility, growing attendance to more than 45 members annuall
- Led, instructed, and motivated individuals during cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and stretching activities
- Offered clients educational information and materials to help with preventive care, nutrition, body mechanics, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics
Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Clinical RN for orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine
- Performed sutured removal, staple removal, splinting, wound care, casting and splinting, pin removal
- Obtained vital signs
- Used sterile techniques to prepare exam rooms for patients and prep for minor procedures
- Updated patient charts, prepared surgery folders, created patient appointments
- Scheduled patients for surgery coordinating the necessary facilities and vendors
Medical Assistant
Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic
01.2013 - 08.2015
- Medical assistant for two orthopedic surgeons; one specializing in hand and upper extremity, the other in general orthopedics
- Scheduled appointments for patients
- Scheduled surgeries
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients
- Prepared injections
- Performed casting and splinting duties
- Performed suture and staple removal care
- Performed basic wound care and dressing application
- Measured vital signs and recorded medical histories
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
Albany State University
05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Florida
12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Florida State University
12.2011
Associate of Arts -
Tallahassee Community College
04.2009
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Supervision and leadership
- Analytical and problem-solving
- Experience with multiple EHR programs
- Primary care and orthopedic care experience
- Physical assessments
- Preventive care and health promotion
- Establishes strong patient rapport
- Sterile technique
Licenses and Certifications
- FNP-C, Family Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification
Board (AANPCB) - Certification number F07230321 - FL Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License - License number 11027518
- GA Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License - License number RN305369
- Registered Professional Nurse, RN multistate license - License number RN305369
- BLS - ProMed - Certification number 504483
- ACLS - American Red Cross (exp. 12/31/2024)
- PALS - American Red Cross (exp. 12/31/2024)
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic
06.2024 - Current
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic
07.2023 - 05.2024
Director of Fitness and Sports Nutrition
Millsaps Training Facility
07.2019 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse, PACU
Tallahassee Outpatient Surgery Center
03.2017 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic
10.2016 - 03.2017
Medical Assistant
Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic
01.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Florida
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Florida State University
Associate of Arts -
Tallahassee Community College
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
Albany State University
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