Patricia Grindell
Halifax
Summary
Experienced nurse practitioner specializing in adult healthcare, adept at managing complex patient cases and developing effective treatment plans. Skilled in patient education and health promotion, dedicated to enhancing outcomes and providing comprehensive care.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Southcoast Endocrinology (2014 Truesdale Endo)
07.2004 - Current
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy and inhalers for variety of different health conditions.
Rehabilitation Nurse / Diabetes Program Manager
South Shore Visiting Nurses
03.2000 - 06.2004
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and providing adaptive equipment recommendations.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being, providing compassionate listening during difficult times in their healing journey.
Resource Advisor
HealthSouth Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital
12.1983 - 02.2000
- Nurse Educator 1998-2000
- Charge Nurse Telemetry 1998
- Rehabilitation Nurse 1982-1998
- Enhanced team productivity through the efficient allocation of resources
Staff Nurse
South Shore Hospital
11.1981 - 09.1982
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Staff Nurse
Milton Hospital
09.1979 - 11.1981
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
Staff Nurse
Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital
06.1978 - 09.1979
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, MABachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MADiploma - Nursing
Hahnemann Hospital School of Nursing
Worcester, MASkills
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Adult health management
- Health education delivery
- Diagnostic evaluation and therapeutic intervention
- Proficient in electronic medical record systems
- Laboratory result analysis
- Health education
- Health risk assessment
Accomplishments
Developed expertise working with patients with diabetes using hybrid closed loop insulin pumps and continuous blood glucose monitors.
Certification
- Adult Nurse Practitioner 2003 to present American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Advanced Diabetes Management 2004 to present American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Certified Diabetes Educator 2005 to present National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators
- Adult Nurse Practitioner Massachusetts Board of Registration for Nurses 2003 to present
- Registered Nurse Massachusetts Board of Registration for Nurses 1978 to present
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau
- Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists
Timeline
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Southcoast Endocrinology (2014 Truesdale Endo)
07.2004 - Current
Rehabilitation Nurse / Diabetes Program Manager
South Shore Visiting Nurses
03.2000 - 06.2004
Resource Advisor
HealthSouth Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital
12.1983 - 02.2000
Staff Nurse
South Shore Hospital
11.1981 - 09.1982
Staff Nurse
Milton Hospital
09.1979 - 11.1981
Staff Nurse
Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital
06.1978 - 09.1979
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts Boston
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Diploma - Nursing
Hahnemann Hospital School of Nursing
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