Larhonda Craig

Experienced healthcare professional specializing in wound management and patient care. Known for collaborative approach and ability to achieve measurable results. Dependable team player skilled at adapting to evolving clinical needs while maintaining high standards. Proficient in wound assessment, treatment techniques, and patient education, with a compassionate and detail-oriented attitude.

Family Nurse Practitioner - Immersive Medical Holdings - Las Vegas, NV

(2025-02)

• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine wound care needs.
• Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Educated patients and families on wound management and preventive care strategies.
• Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatments based on outcomes and feedback.
• Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
• Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
• Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
• Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients' unique needs.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
• Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
• Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
• Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement holistic care approaches for chronic disease management.

RN-Case Manager - Comfort Home Health Care And Hospice

(2020-01)

• Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, physical and occupational therapists, hospital staff and patients.
• Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
• Implemented aspects of patient care under physician orders and sought clarification when needed to promote safety, quality and cost-efficient care.
• Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
• Observed, monitored and reported changes in patient condition to supervising RN or physician in accordance with policies and procedures of medical facility.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
• Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
• Conducted comprehensive health assessments to determine patient needs and develop appropriate care plans.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment strategies.
• Educated patients on disease prevention, health maintenance, and lifestyle modifications for improved outcomes.
• Managed chronic illnesses through regular monitoring, medication management, and follow-up consultations.
• Assessed patient wounds to determine appropriate care plans and interventions.
• Educated patients and families on wound care techniques and management strategies.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in wound healing.
• Documented patient progress and treatment efficacy in electronic health record systems.
• Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive assessments of wound conditions.
• Developed treatment plans according to current wound care protocols.
• Identified nutritional deficiencies and coordinated with personnel to solve nutrition problems.
• Utilized advanced technologies such as negative pressure therapy systems when treating complex wounds resulting in expedited recovery timeframes.
• Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
• Attended wound care education programs to gain knowledge on most recent techniques and procedures available.
• Played an active role in weekly case reviews discussing progress updates regarding patient wound care management.

Family Nurse Practitioner - Vital Wound Care - Las Vegas, NV

(2024-07 - 2026-06)

• Conducted comprehensive health assessments to determine patient needs and develop appropriate care plans.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment strategies.
• Educated patients on disease prevention, health maintenance, and lifestyle modifications for improved outcomes.
• Managed chronic illnesses through regular monitoring, medication management, and follow-up consultations.
• Assessed patient wounds to determine appropriate care plans and interventions.
• Educated patients and families on wound care techniques and management strategies.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in wound healing.
• Documented patient progress and treatment efficacy in electronic health record systems.
• Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive assessments of wound conditions.
• Developed treatment plans according to current wound care protocols.
• Identified nutritional deficiencies and coordinated with personnel to solve nutrition problems.
• Utilized advanced technologies such as negative pressure therapy systems when treating complex wounds resulting in expedited recovery timeframes.
• Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
• Attended wound care education programs to gain knowledge on most recent techniques and procedures available.
• Played an active role in weekly case reviews discussing progress updates regarding patient wound care management.
• Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, working closely with physicians, nurses, and therapists to optimize patient care plans.
• Reduced infection rates by implementing evidence-based wound care protocols and techniques.
• Conducted ongoing evaluations of treatment effectiveness, adjusting plans as needed to promote healing and prevent complications.
• Enhanced patient healing by providing comprehensive wound care assessments and treatments.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing education on wound care and prevention strategies.
• Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current with industry advancements and best practices for comprehensive wound care.

Family Nurse Practitioner - Woundtech - Las Vegas, NV

(2023-08 - 2024-07)

• Utilized advanced technologies such as negative pressure therapy systems when treating complex wounds resulting in expedited recovery timeframes.
• Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, working closely with physicians, nurses, and therapists to optimize patient care plans.
• Reduced infection rates by implementing evidence-based wound care protocols and techniques.
• Attended wound care education programs to gain knowledge on most recent techniques and procedures available.
• Conducted ongoing evaluations of treatment effectiveness, adjusting plans as needed to promote healing and prevent complications.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized wound care plans for patients.
• Enhanced patient healing by providing comprehensive wound care assessments and treatments.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing education on wound care and prevention strategies.
• Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current with industry advancements and best practices for comprehensive wound care.

Registered Nurse (RN)- Home Healthcare-Case Manage - Interim

(2016-07 - 2022-01)

• Observation and assessment of patients including monitoring vital signs
• Education and training on disease process, management, prevention of complications, home and personal safety
• Collaborate with the physician and other healthcare professionals in order to manage the patient's clinical condition
• Devise a plan of care and make appropriate referrals
• Documentation of OASIS
• Administer treatments to patients with acute and chronic wounds
• Educate the patient and family on all aspects of wound care and management
• Documentation of wounds including weekly measurements, assessments, goals, and plan of care that meets current standards of practice
• Demonstrate knowledge of wound staging
• Prevented skin deterioration against formidable odds using groundbreaking technology.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
• Educated patients and families on post-discharge care procedures.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.

Registered Nurse-Wound Care - Healogics

(2015-06 - 2018-06)

• Administer treatments to patients with acute and chronic wounds
• Educate the patient and family on all aspects of wound care and management
• Documentation of wounds including weekly measurements, assessments, goals, and plan of care that meets current standards of practice
• Demonstrate knowledge of wound staging
• Prevented skin deterioration against formidable odds using groundbreaking technology.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.

Registered Nurse - CVS/Coram Infusion - Las Vegas, NV

(2015-08 - 2016-06)

• Administered intravenous therapies and medications per physician directives, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Monitored patients' vital signs and responded promptly to changes in condition, enhancing care quality.
• Educated patients on treatment plans and self-care techniques, fostering adherence to prescribed therapies.
• Trained new nursing staff on infusion protocols and best practices, promoting team efficiency and knowledge sharing.
• Evaluated infusion equipment regularly to ensure functionality and readiness for patient use, enhancing operational effectiveness.
• Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
• Minimized discomfort during needle insertion by utilizing proper techniques and offering distraction methods as needed.
• Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
• Implemented infection control measures during infusion procedures, reducing risk of complications for patients.

Registered Nurse-Homehealth - United Healthcare Group

(2010-09 - 2014-07)

• Timely initiation of home care services and discharged when goals were met
• Developed expertise in wound and ostomy care
• Proficient documentation in oasis
• Provided direct home nursing care to 7-9 patients daily
• Developed care plans to maximize independence and maintain safety
• Educate patients and families on disease processes, medications, diet, and procedures
• Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift

Registered Nurse - Lake Havasu Hospital LRS Healthcare

(2009-06 - 2010-09)

• Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift
• Provided a broad range of general nursing services including administering medications, monitor patients on cardiac monitor, prepared patients for surgical procedures on a busy telemetry unit
• Performed head to toe assessments and documented accurate medical history
• Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress
• Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
• Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens

Registered Nurse - Altres Medical

(2005-01 - 2009-12)

• Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress
• Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
• Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens

Registered Nurse - Flower's Hospital

(2001-09 - 2004-01)

• Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care
• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization
• Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices
• Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery

Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner - South University (2022-05)

Bachelor of Science - Nursing - Jacksonville State University (2014)

Associate of Science - Nursing - Wallace Community College (2001)

Associate of Arts - General - Enterprise State Junior College (1998)