DONNETTE HASSELL, FNP-BC
Jackson
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse and Family Nurse Practitioner skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance. Responds appropriately to situational assessments, medical emergencies, remaining alert, attentive, and vigilant at all times. Anticipates potential issues and intervenes proactively, utilizing a keen eye for detail.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Evaluation Services
02.2025 - Current
- Perform Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) for United States veterans as part of VA compensation and pension evaluations.
- Conduct structured medical assessments based on VA protocols and document findings for benefit determinations.
- Use standardized documentation and reporting tools to support accurate disability claims processing.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Nurse Practitioner Per Diem
Pivot Onsite Health
09.2024 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Conduct clinical assessments and provide care for employees with work-related injuries.
- Collaborate with case managers, employers, and occupational health teams to support return-to-work plans.
- Perform onsite evaluations and manage follow-up care for injured workers.
Nurse Practitioner Per Diem
Mercerville Professional Healthcare
05.2024 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations such as audiometry testing, blood draws, and PFT testing to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to telehealth nursing practice, enhancing service delivery and patient experience.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team
Staff Nurse
Optum Urgent Care
01.2018 - Current
- Executes nursing interventions by collaborating with the interprofessional team incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient outcomes
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for effectively managing the nursing care of individual patients
- Documents nursing assessments and interventions to reflect a comprehensive and integrated approach to patient care
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
NP Internship
Mercerville Professional Healthcare
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Kept abreast of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, imaging advances, government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues
- Delivered primary care for patients, including diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services, follow-up care
- Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team
- Liaised with patients and families regarding treatment and prognosis
Weekend Triage Manager
VNA NJ
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Specializing in home care & case management
- On-call clinical support including phone guidance, coordination of care, scheduling, and direct patient intervention
- Ensure timeliness of visits, adherence to the plan of care, efficient and quality care delivery
- Coordinates scheduling, facilitate communication between evening and day shift staff members for patient coverage
- Ensures that all scheduled and urgently requested visits are covered during triage hours
Staff and Charge Nurse (Gastro, Respiratory and Renal)
Overlook Medical Center
01.2004 - 01.2018
- Medication administration and documentation utilizing E-Mar
- Documented the patient's plan of care using identified nursing diagnoses, expected patient outcomes, and selected nursing interventions
- Assessed signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient's condition
- Supervision of patient care assistants
Staff Nurse (Occupational Medicine)
Community Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provide vaccinations, conduct audits, health promotion, and disease prevention strategies
- Compliance with laws, regulations, and standards governing health and safety for employees and the environment
- Perform physicals for new employees and assist physicians with work-related injuries
Director of Nursing
Bright Star Home Care
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Supervise and follow through with MD orders, initial assessments, initiate a plan of care, supervisory and reassessment visits
- Monitor policies and procedures necessary to maintain standards required by accrediting agencies
- Maintain competencies, skill testing, and annual in-service programs for field staff
- Collaborate with the health care team on desired outcomes
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
South College
06-2025
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
South College
08-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
12-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Union County College
10-2004
Skills
- Clinical assessment expertise
- Laboratory result analysis
- Proficient in advanced physical assessment
- Patient assessment and management
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Preventive care
Certification
Registered Nurse – Active (New Jersey and New York) 05/24 – 5/26
Nurse Practitioner- Active ( New Jersey, New York) 5/24-5/26
Basic Life Support 11/22 – 11/24, ACLS 1/23-1/25
ANCC FNP Certification 5/2023
Professional Affiliations
American Association of Nurses Practitioners 06/2022 - Present
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Evaluation Services
02.2025 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Per Diem
Pivot Onsite Health
09.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Per Diem
Mercerville Professional Healthcare
05.2024 - Current
NP Internship
Mercerville Professional Healthcare
05.2022 - 05.2024
Weekend Triage Manager
VNA NJ
01.2020 - 01.2022
Staff Nurse
Optum Urgent Care
01.2018 - Current
Staff Nurse (Occupational Medicine)
Community Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
Director of Nursing
Bright Star Home Care
01.2010 - 01.2012
Staff and Charge Nurse (Gastro, Respiratory and Renal)
Overlook Medical Center
01.2004 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Union County College
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
South College
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
South College
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