Susan Davis
Roanoke
Summary
Dynamic, board-certified nurse practitioner with an extensive background in acute care, long-term care, and inpatient hospital environments. Excels in conducting thorough patient assessments and developing evidence-based care plans. Proven track record of collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and adeptly managing acute care scenarios. Proficient in diagnostic testing and patient education, promoting improved health outcomes through compassionate care and clinical knowledge. Also, who has a significant history of working as an RN and previous management experience. Currently seeking an opportunity that can utilize my advanced skills as an NP in providing excellent care to patients.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Wythe Physician Practices Rapid Care
Wytheville
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted assessments of acute care patients and developed tailored care plans.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to inform diagnoses and treatment strategies.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to support patient care decisions.
- Prescribed medications and provided wound care, including suturing, as required.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance healthcare delivery standards.
- Educated patients and families on health management and self-care techniques.
- Managed acute and emergency situations with timely interventions.
- Performed comprehensive physical exams while evaluating lab tests and medications.
Staff RN (Behavioral Health)
Lewis Gale Behavioral Health Rehab
Salem
10.2020 - Current
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Administered medications as prescribed and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Educated patients on mental health resources and coping strategies for improved well-being.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure secure environments for all patients.
- Documented patient interactions and progress notes accurately in electronic health records.
- Performed nursing rounds to engage with patients and complete scheduled tasks.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and staff through daily communication for continuity of services.
- Evaluated patients regularly to update treatment plans based on changing needs.
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
SCP Health
Salem
12.2024 - 11.2025
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments in hospital and inpatient psychiatric settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create effective care plans.
- Prescribed medications according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management strategies.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment as necessary.
- Facilitated discharge planning and coordinated follow-up care.
- Participated in daily interdisciplinary rounds to discuss patient care with healthcare team.
- Reviewed laboratory results and diagnostic studies to formulate individualized care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to establish accurate diagnoses.
- Worked in a dual role of 'Captain' and NP, reviewed patients needing to be assigned to providers, assigned admissions from the ED and outside facilities, while rounding on inpatient psychiatric patients.
Nurse Practitioner
Universal Health Corporation
Roanoke
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Performed admission history and physicals, ensuring thorough evaluations.
- Prescribed medications based on clinical standards and monitored patient responses.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance healthcare delivery efficiency.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to formulate accurate diagnoses.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
- Built trust with residents and families by advocating for wellness and education.
- Guided end-of-life decisions, ensuring compassionate support for terminally ill patients.
Nurse Practitioner
Alliance Xpress Urgent Care
Covington
02.2020 - 05.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, developing individualized care plans to enhance treatment efficacy.
- Conducted workers' compensation and employment exams, school, and sport physicals.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to elevate healthcare delivery standards.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for diverse disorders and diseases.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating necessary lab tests and imaging studies.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to promote overall health improvements.
- Supervised registered nurses in delivering high-quality patient care services.
- Maintained detailed electronic health records of patient visits, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Initiated referrals to specialists as required, ensuring coordinated patient care.
Staff RN (Med Surg, PCU, ICU, & Cardiac Rehab)
Carilion Clinic Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke
05.2001 - 09.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and promptly.
- Provided direct patient care following established policies and protocols.
- Educated families about disease processes, medications, and expected outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments to enhance patient care delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and diagnostic tests to inform treatment decisions.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients.
Education
Doctorate Degree of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
Radford University
Radford, VA01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Radford University
Radford, VA01.2005
Pre-Nursing Courses - Roanoke, VA
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Family & Consumer Science
University of West Virginia
Morgantown, WV01.1998
Biology & Chemistry course of study - Huntington, WV
Marshall University
Huntington, WV01.1995
Skills
- Patient assessment and care planning
- Evidence-based practice
- Diagnostic testing and medication management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Clinical decision-making
- Interprofessional collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Acute care expertise
- Geriatric care
- Vaccination administration
- Management skills
- Precepting and mentoring
- Laceration repair techniques
- Preventive care strategies
- Foreign body removal procedures
- Medication prescribing
- Chronic disease management
Professional And Student Experiences
Staff RN (Med Surg, PCU, ICU, & Cardiac Rehab), Carilion Clinic Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Belleview @ Jefferson, Roanoke, VA, 05/2001, 09/2020
- Family Nurse Practitioner, Student Mental Health, Lenowisco Health District Wise County & Norton Health Department-Wise, Wise, VA, 10/2018, 10/2018
- Family Nurse Practitioner Residency III, Student, Remote Area Medical Clinic, Wise County Fair Grounds, Wise, VA, 07/2018, 07/2018
- Family Nurse Practitioner Residency III, Free Clinic of Franklin County, 490 S Main Street, Rocky Mount, VA, 05/2018, 08/2018
- Family Nurse Practitioner Residency II, Carilion Clinic Family Medicine Practice-Galax, 800 Hospital Drive, Galax, VA, 01/2018, 05/2018
- Family Nurse Practitioner Residency II, The Health Wagon, Wise, VA, 03/2018, 03/2018
- Family Nurse Practitioner Residency II, Carilion Clinic - Endocrinology, Riverside 3, Roanoke, VA, 01/2018, 04/2018
- Family Nurse Practitioner Residency I, Lewis Gale Internal Medicine, 1802 Braeburn Drive, Salem, VA, 09/2017, 12/2017
- Practitioner Preceptorship, The Family Health Clinic, 900 Randolph Street, Radford, VA, 05/2017, 08/2017
- Family Nurse Practitioner Pediatric Rotation, Jackson River Pediatrics, 2501 Valley Ridge Road, Covington, VA, 01/2017, 05/2017
- Family Nurse Practitioner OB/GYN Rotation, Physician to Women, 21 Highland Avenue, Roanoke, VA, 09/2016, 12/2016
- Family Nurse Practitioner Chronic Clinical Rotation, Pulaski Free Clinic, 25 4th St NW, Pulaski, VA, 08/2016, 08/2016
- Family Nurse Practitioner Acute & Chronic Rotation, Medical Associates of Southwest Virginia, 810 Hospital Drive, Blacksburg, VA, 01/2016, 08/2016
Certifications And Licensure
- AANP- FNP, 09/30/29
- LNP Virginia Board of Nursing, 11/30/27
- RN Virginia Board of Nursing, 11/30/27
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider (American Heart Association), 12/2026
- Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider (American Heart Association), Expired
- NIH Stroke Certification, Expired
Expertise And Achievements
- Experienced Family Nurse Practitioner working in outpatient urgent care setting, Successfully providing care(seeing); 12-40 patients (6mo. & older) daily, independently, with little physician supervision in urgent care setting
- Experience Family nurse Practitioner working in long-term care setting, Successfully providing care(seeing) to 18-30 adult patient; managing both acute and chronic conditions at multiple facilities with little physician oversight.
- Excellent communicator verbally & written, Proving the best education to patients
- Problem-solving and analytical skills, Diagnosing the simplest and toughest patients
- Strong interpersonal skills, Able to work close with the healthcare team
- Motivation interviewing/listening skills, Providing the best treatment plan & promoting better patient compliance
- Advance Assessment skills, Ability to order appropriate labs, diagnostics to diagnose or treat medically with appropriate interventions
- Ability to perform simple sutures, I&Ds, obtain cultures, apply casts/splints, Provide the appropriate care per scope of practice.
- Graduated with 3.77 GPA from Radford University, DNP Program, Completing 1400 + clinical/residency hours
- Lead a Quality Improvement Project, Heart Failure-Depression Bundle
- 2nd Place for Original Research, @ 2019 Preventive Cardiology Nursing Association Symposium for Poster Presentation 'The Implementation of a Heart-Failure Depression Protocol'
- Abstract 'The Implementation of a Heart-Failure Depression Protocol', Presented in the September/October 2019 issue of the Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing (Volume 34, Number 5, pages 418-421)
- Registered nurse with 19 years of experience with Charge Nurse Experience, Critical Care (Medical, Neuro-Vascular, Cardiac Care), Progressive Care (Cardiac Thoracic Surgery, Heart Failure, Medical-Cardiac), Medical Surgical (GYN, GI, Stroke, PSYCH), Cardiac Rehabilitation, Behavioral Health
- Unit Care Manager, Managing all functions of a 60-bed long term care unit & call for 2 units
- Adult Day Care Respite Coordinator and Care Manager
Affiliations
Remote Area Medical Volunteer
Timeline
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
SCP Health
12.2024 - 11.2025
Nurse Practitioner
Wythe Physician Practices Rapid Care
06.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Universal Health Corporation
07.2022 - 06.2024
Staff RN (Behavioral Health)
Lewis Gale Behavioral Health Rehab
10.2020 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Alliance Xpress Urgent Care
02.2020 - 05.2024
Staff RN (Med Surg, PCU, ICU, & Cardiac Rehab)
Carilion Clinic Roanoke Memorial Hospital
05.2001 - 09.2020
Doctorate Degree of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
Radford University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Radford University
Pre-Nursing Courses - Roanoke, VA
Virginia Western Community College
Bachelor of Science - Family & Consumer Science
University of West Virginia
Biology & Chemistry course of study - Huntington, WV
Marshall University