Kristina Burton
Great Falls
Summary
Experienced Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Benefis Healthcare System, specializing in preventive health strategies and interprofessional collaboration. Proven track record in developing individualized care plans and enhancing patient outcomes through effective education and health risk management. Skilled in administering treatments and fostering teamwork to optimize patient care delivery.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Benefis Healthcare System
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine health status and develop treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and improve health outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Educated patients on disease prevention, management strategies, and healthy lifestyle changes.
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
Benefis Healthcare System
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop and implement individualized care plans for a variety of gastroenterology diagnoses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care coordination.
- Administered diagnostic tests and interpreted results to guide treatment decisions effectively.
- Educated patients on disease management, preventive care, and medication adherence strategies.
- Managed chronic conditions such as liver cirrhosis, alcohol hepatitis, Inflammatory bowel disease, ect.
- Developed a treatment plan individualized for each patient.
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Cox Health Systems
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop tailored care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management and preventive health strategies.
- Provide acute care in a Walk-in clinic setting.
Nurse Practitioner
Cox Health Systems
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine healthcare needs and develop treatment plans.
- Educate patients on bariatric surgery and determine if a candidate which surgery was recommended.
- Assisted patients with weight loss using a number of different medications and methods.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care and improved patient outcomes.
Nurse Practitioner
Cox Health Systems
07.2019 - 07.2023
- Provided care for geriatric patients in post acute setting such as TCU or nursing facility.
- Care for elderly patients with multiple chronic disease such as HTN, diabetes, CHF, etc.
- Educated patients on disease prevention, management strategies, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Documented patient progress and treatment responses in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize clinical workflows and enhance service delivery efficiency.
- Provided mentorship to new nursing staff, fostering a supportive learning environment for skill development.
- Care for
Nurse Practitioner
Mercy Hospital Springfield
05.2013 - 07.2019
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Managed chronic conditions, ensuring regular follow-ups and adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
Nurse Practitioner Nephrology
Springfield Nephrology Association
10.2008 - 05.2013
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to inform diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care strategies to enhance health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care delivery and streamline processes.
- Educated patients on disease prevention, management, and health promotion strategies.
- Cared for patients on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.
- Collaborated with physician in hospital managing AKI, ATN, etc.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO12-2007
Skills
- Preventive health strategies
- Patient instruction
- Health risk management
- Interprofessional collaboration
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Benefis Healthcare System
07.2025 - Current
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
Benefis Healthcare System
02.2024 - Current
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Cox Health Systems
01.2023 - 01.2024
Nurse Practitioner
Cox Health Systems
10.2022 - 01.2023
Nurse Practitioner
Cox Health Systems
07.2019 - 07.2023
Nurse Practitioner
Mercy Hospital Springfield
05.2013 - 07.2019
Nurse Practitioner Nephrology
Springfield Nephrology Association
10.2008 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
University of Missouri-Kansas City