Timothy is a family nurse practitioner in Jacksonville, Florida. He currently works as an Occupational Medicine provider for HCA MD-Now Urgent Care.  His role is to provide onsite medical coverage for the Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA). His duties include providing emergency medical and routine care for JEA employees and affiliates.  He is a certified medical examiner able to perform preemployment, Fit-for-duty, OSHA and DOT physicals required for employment with JEA.  Prior to his role with MD-Now he worked as a primary care provider and specializes in family medicine at Family Practice Associates of Orange Park, Florida.  He assessed, diagnosed and treated all health conditions that presented to the clinic.  He managed and coordinate care for patients with acute, chronic and complex health conditions, some of which required referrals to see specialist.  His patient clientele ranged from school-aged to geriatric.

Timothy is a disabled military veteran who served in the United States Army for 7 ½ years as a medical specialist, emergency medical technician, and practical nurse.  He was honorably discharged in 1996.  After his time in the service, he obtained a bachelor’s degree in nursing.  He now holds a Master’s Degree in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner.  He has over 30 years of health care experience.  He has a love and passion for providing holistic patient and family centered care grounded in evidence-based practice. 

Timothy and wife Stephanie have been married for 25 years. They have four adult children Timothy Jr., Donnielle, Christopher and Skylar.  Two grandchildren Journei and Mason.  Timothy enjoys spending time with family, fishing, sports and traveling in his leisure time.

MD-Now Urgent Care- Onsite JEA Occupational Medicine Provider October 2021 to current. Role is to provide onsite medical coverage for the Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA). Duties include but are not limited to providing emergency medical and routine care for JEA employees and affiliates, perform preemployment, Fit-for-duty, OSHA and DOT physicals required for employment with JEA.  Work autonomously as well as collaboratively with the entire clinic team to ensure the delivery of high quality and efficient health care.  Administer medications and injections according to established practice protocols and perform other clinical functions as needed.  Provide patient education, interview and advise patients regarding injury, health and illness prevention.

Family Practice Associates of Orange Park, 9680 Argyle Forest Blvd. Suite 20. Jacksonville, FL 32222. Family Nurse Practitioner, primary care provider began employment September 2019 until October for 2021.  Provided care to patients from infancy to geriatric in the clinic, hospital, or other medical environment following established clinical standards and practices.  Worked autonomously as well as collaboratively with the entire clinic team to ensure the delivery of high quality and efficient health care.  Duties included but not limited to were, obtain and document complete medical history and physical examination of patients, interpret and integrate data to determine and order appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures or specialty referrals. Manage medical and surgical needs of patients in accordance with scope of practice and established credentialing agreements.  Reconcile patient medication and allergies, assess patient’s understanding and address any barriers to medication and therapeutic compliance. Administer medications and injections according to established practice protocols and perform other clinical functions as needed, provide patient education, interview and advise patients regarding health and illness prevention.  Recommend community resources to meet patient and family needs, educate patient and family regarding medications and treatment options and corresponding instructions.  Participate in after-hours call as required by work setting,  maintain complete and accurate medical records in a timely manner, complete patient charge and billing in a timely manner as required by work setting, promote patient satisfaction in all clinical settings.

Orange Park Medical Center, 2001 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, FL, 32073. Began employment in June 2003, still currently employed as a registered nurse (RN). Previously worked Stepdown Unit and Progressive Care Unit from 2003-2008. Current role Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse 2008-2019. Currently Charge Nurse (CN) of the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) since 2016.  My current role requires me to administer medications for pain control, moderate sedation, and airway management of patient’s recovering from anesthesia.  I assist anesthesia with trauma cases that require mass transfusion of blood product via cell saver or Belmont, peripheral nerve blocks, arterial lines, central lines, epidurals and blood patch procedures.  I maintain airway management of patients undergoing electroconvulsive therapy treatment and ventilator management.  I provide discharge education to patients and their families and work closely with surgeons and anesthesia providers.  I act as a lead nurse during codes. Additional duties include the management of nursing staff, staff evaluations, payroll, scheduling and disciplinary counseling.

St Vincent Hospital Riverside 1 Shircliff Way, Jacksonville, FL 32204.  Began employment August 2011 to August 2013 in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) as a staff nurse.  My role required me to administer medications for pain control, moderate sedation, while monitoring the recovery of patients from anesthesia.  It required competency in assisting anesthesia staff with performing peripheral nerve blocks prior to surgery, assisting with epidural placement and blood patch procedures.  It required competency in assisting with the placement of central/arterial lines and in managing hemodynamically unstable patients as well as those requiring ventilator management.  Other duties included providing discharge education to patients and families and working closely with surgeons and anesthesia providers.

Baptist Hospital Downtown 800 Prudential Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32207.  Began part-time employment of September 2007- September 2008 as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) staff nurse. Job description consisted of performing acute inpatient care specific to patients with acute and chronic disorders such as; hypertension, diabetes, renal failure, chest pain, CAD.  Care requirements included performing physical assessments, documentation, medication administration, IV starts, telemetry monitoring and rhythm interpretation, blood transfusions, peritoneal dialysis, pre and post procedure care and wound care/wound VAC dressing changes. Other duties include patient and family education about disease management and discharge

instructions and working closely with case management to ensure home care needs are met prior to discharge home.

Masters of Science in Nursing, 08/2016 to 04/2019

Jacksonville University  

Jacksonville, Florida

• Family Nurse Practitioner, FNP
• 3.8, Magna Cum Laude

Bachelors of Science in Nursing, 04/2014 to 06/2016

Florida State College

Jacksonville, Florida

• GPA 3.5, Cum Laude

Associates of Science in Nursing, 08/2001 to 04/2003

Florida State College

Jacksonville, Florida

• GPA 3.7, Magna Cum Laude

Academy of Heath Sciences, US Army Practical Nursing 11/1991 to 09/1993

Ft. Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas

• Honor Graduate

Service-Disabled Veteran (Army)

US Army Advanced Training, Medical Specialist 01/90 to 04/90

Ft. Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas

• Honor Graduate

US Army Basic Training, US Soldier 11/89 to 01/90

• Graduate

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse- # APRN 11002945, State of Florida, current

• Registered Nurse – # RN9203993, State of Florida, current

• American Heart Association, Basic Life Support, BLS, current
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider, ACLS, current
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider, PALS, current
• Trauma Nurse Core Course Provider, TNCC current

Skills

• Competent in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of pediatric and adult illnesses
• Comprehensive and focused physical assessments
• Strong clinical judgment
• Formidable background in post anesthesia/surgical care, cardiovascular medicine, assisting in the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic cardiovascular disorders
• Effective at multi-tasking, and experienced in working in high-stress environments
• Problem-solving and analytical skills, which assist in determining a diagnosis even with tough cases
• Patient/family focused care
• High level of autonomy caring post-anesthetized patients
• EKG interpretation
• Moderate Sedation Protocol
• Skilled in airway and ventilator management
• Competent in assisting with central line and arterial line placement
• Venipuncture expert
• Setup and management of Cell saver and Belmont machine during emergent MTP needs
• Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines
• Computer proficiencies in MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, and EMR

Community Service

• 2016 to Present, Member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church (Ordained Deacon, Men’s Ministry BSF Teacher, and Usher)

• 2013 to 2014, Surgical Service Team member for the American Heart Association Annual Heart Walk fundraiser