Veronica Herndon, Msn, Agpcnp-Bc, Ccrn Email & Phone Number

Durham, NC, US

Durham, North Carolina, United States

• Provide medical and pulmonary intensive care for critically ill patients at the #1 hospital in North Carolina
• Anticipate changes in patient status and act quickly to minimize invasive interventions and improve outcomes
• Assist with and provide feedback about innovative new clinical trials of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment
• Navigate through obstacles related to isolation and anxiety about the unknown with the sickest COVID-19 patients

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

• Integral member of the treatment team, dedicated to excellent patient outcomes on a Progressive Care Unit
• Minimize barriers and deliver quality healthcare for people belonging to diverse populations, in a public hospital setting
• Optimize time, while responding to demands of a fast-paced Level I Trauma Center and top Verified Burn Center
• Proficient in documenting patient care through EPIC Systems, and certified as a chemotherapy competent nurse

Bloomington, Indiana Area

• Plan and implement treatment and manage medications for rehabilitation, long-term care, and hospice patients
• Prioritize patient needs with a holistic approach, through communication with therapists, physicians, and social services
• Provide patient-centered, compassion-focused care for residents with varying levels of acuity
• Assess for changes in health condition, mental status and skin integrity, and implement measures to prevent injury

Scott County, Indiana

• Coordinated with public health professionals and nurses to manage an HIV outbreak and prevent further spread
• Performed rapid tests and conventional phlebotomy for HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and Syphilis
• Counseled clients on risk reduction pertaining to sex and injection drug use, and referred them to services
• Organized and inputted medical records and diagnostic testing in databases according to State regulations

Limpopo Province, South Africa

• Collaborated with rural community organizations to design and implement HIV/AIDS prevention, Tuberculosis treatment, and gender equality projects, focusing on capacity building and sustainable development
• Wrote and managed a PEPFAR funded grant for a girls empowerment/sexual health club and camp
• Served as secretary of the Language & Technical Resources Committee to promote language skill acquisition
• Developed and facilitated technical sessions about healthcare, stigma, discrimination and program design for trainees

Doctor Of Nursing Practice

Certificate in Nursing Education

Master Of Science In Nursing, Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care, 4.0

Specialty in HIV Certificate in Global Health Clinical experience – primary care, internal medicine, urgent care, and HIV medicine Medical.

Bachelor Of Science, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Summa Cum Laude

Clinical Experience: Medical-Surgical, Progressive Cardiac Care, Telemetry, Intensive Care, Psychiatric Mental Health, Community Public.

Bachelor Of Science In Applied Health Science, Human Development & Family Studies, Human Sexuality, Gerontology