Dorcas Akinola

Compassionate and motivated Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC) candidate with a strong foundation in adult and geriatric care across emergency, primary care, and community health settings. Over seven years of nursing experience in the U.S., U.K., and Nigeria. Skilled in chronic disease management, preventive medicine, and health promotion.

Dedicated to delivering patient-centered, evidence-based care while fostering long-term therapeutic relationships and improving health outcomes for diverse populations.

Nurse Practitioner - Aurora Health Care

(2025-08)

• Provision of comprehensive, patient-centered care
• Performance of physical examinations and ordering/interpreting diagnostic tests
• Coordination of care with specialists alongside patient education on lifestyle and self-management strategies
• Performance of disability and compensation-focused medical evaluations for veterans
• Conducting detailed examinations and comprehensive review of medical records for service-related conditions
• Completion of standardized Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) with objective, evidence-based findings
• Adherence to guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Emphasis on thorough assessment and documentation rather than ongoing treatment or long-term care management

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department - Shady Grove Adventist Hospital - Maryland

(2023-08)

• Provide acute and emergency care to adults with complex and chronic conditions
• Perform diagnostic testing (EKG, venipuncture, wound and catheter care)
• Educate patients on discharge instructions, medication compliance, and health maintenance
• Collaborate with physicians and NPs to ensure safe and coordinated care

Staff Nurse – Medical & Surgical Wards - Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust - United Kingdom

(2020-11 - 2023-06)

• Managed post-operative and chronically ill adult patients across surgical and medical units
• Administered medications, monitored recovery, and provided education on disease prevention
• Recognized for exceptional teamwork, critical thinking, and communication skills

Registered Nurse - Faith Mediplex Hospital - Nigeria

(2019-11 - 2020-10)

Nurse Intern (Residency) - Lagos Island General Hospital - Nigeria

(2018-12 - 2019-10)

Master of Science in Nursing - Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) - George Washington University (2025-05)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Obafemi Awolowo University (2018-08)