Lisa Farley-Ochoa
Gastonia
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Practitioner with expertise in patient education and acute care. Proficient in treatment planning and differential diagnosis, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through collaborative care strategies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
CaroMont Health
Gastonia
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine health needs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care strategies.
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
- Educate patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
Nurse Practitioner
CVS Minute Clinic
Stanley
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Administered vaccinations and immunizations according to established guidelines.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Managed acute and emergency situations by providing timely and effective interventions.
Maternity Nurse
Gaston County Health Department
Gastonia
01.2015 - 02.2023
- Provided prenatal education to expectant mothers in various community settings.
- Conducted health assessments to identify risks and necessary interventions.
- Collaborated with Maternal Fetal Medicine, Nutritionist, and Social workers.
- Weekly NST's for fetal monitoring.
- Regular monitoring of mother and fetus, providing education at 16, 28, and 36 week along with neccesary labs.
School Nurse
Gaston County Schools
Gastonia
08.2011 - 01.2015
- Conducted health screenings for vision, hearing, and growth in students.
- Developed and maintained individualized healthcare plans for students with chronic conditions.
- Provided first aid and emergency care during school hours and events.
- Educated students on personal hygiene and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Collaborated with teachers to address student health concerns impacting learning.
- Maintained accurate health records in compliance with state regulations and policies.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
- Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Simmons University
Boston, MA05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC05-2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Queens University
Charlotte05-2010
Skills
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Differential diagnosis
- Women's health exams
- Diabetes and nutrition treatments
- American academy of Nurse Practitioners member
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Preventive care
- Acute care expertise
- Patient assessment
- Treatment planning
- Clinical collaboration
- Direct patient care
Certification
Family Nurse Practitioner, In North Carolina and South Carolina
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
CaroMont Health
01.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
CVS Minute Clinic
02.2023 - 12.2023
Maternity Nurse
Gaston County Health Department
01.2015 - 02.2023
School Nurse
Gaston County Schools
08.2011 - 01.2015
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Simmons University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston Salem State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Queens University