Christa Whalen
Meridian
Summary
Professional healthcare provider prepared for advanced palliative care roles. Skilled in patient-centered care, symptom management, and end-of-life support. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving positive outcomes. Expertise in pain management, family communication, and holistic care approaches. Dependable in dynamic clinical environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner: Independent Contractor
Idaho Outreach Medicine
10.2025 - Current
- Provided comprehensive primary care through house calls to enhance patient accessibility and comfort.
- Performed in-depth evaluations of patients to design personalized care strategies.
- Delivered primary and preventive care with an emphasis on chronic disease management.
- Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Assisted in managing the transition process for patients moving from primary care to hospice, ensuring continuity of care.
Family Nurse Practitioner: Independent Contractor
EleMental Health
07.2024 - Current
- Executed interventional psychiatry techniques to enhance patient mental health outcomes.
- Executed comprehensive psychiatric assessments to formulate tailored treatment plans.
- Provided comprehensive guidance to patients and families on mental health treatment alternatives and effective coping mechanisms.
- Executed evidence-based practices to optimize clinical interventions.
Family Nurse Practitioner Independent Contractor
AdvantMed
09.2024 - 01.2026
- Executed home visits to perform thorough health evaluations for members.
- Executed annual wellness visits and health assessments for members managing chronic conditions.
- Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
- Identify clinically relevant diagnoses for care management and risk adjustment documentation.
- Communicate findings used to generate post visit summaries for the primary care provider.
- Identify and help close quality care gaps (e.g., screenings, labs, follow-ups).
Registered Nurse
St. Luke’s Meridian Medical Center
Meridian, ID
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered high-quality patient care in fast-paced ICU.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications according to established protocols.
- Managed critical situations effectively, utilizing advanced assessment and intervention skills.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and accuracy.
Registered Nurse, Care Units: ICU, ER, Telemetry
St. Luke’s Clinical Support Unit-Critical Care
Boise, ID
08.2021 - 10.2024
- Managed and coordinated nursing resources across departments to maintain efficient hospital workflow and patient satisfaction.
- Managed medication delivery and assessed patient reactions to ensure optimal care in critical environments.
- Coordinated efforts with diverse teams to enhance and implement effective patient care strategies.
- Purpose-Driven: Delivered compassionate, holistic nursing care to enhance patient satisfaction by addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Mentored nursing students and new nurses during clinical rotations, offering real-world experience and guidance.
Nursing Supervisor
St. Luke’s Idaho Cardiology Associates
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Managed nursing team to ensure adherence to established patient care guidelines.
- Designed and executed training initiatives to enhance skills of new nursing personnel and support continuous staff education.
- Implemented strategic improvements in workflow processes aimed at elevating patient management effectiveness.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth among staff.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for optimal patient care delivery.
Nursing Supervisor
St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center-Telemetry
Boise, ID
12.2015 - 03.2019
- Optimized staffing operations by developing flexible schedules that enhanced coverage during peak periods while adhering to budget limitations.
- Provided essential nursing support to patients to ensure continuity of care amid personnel shortages.
- Implemented systematic audits of documentation practices to uphold regulatory compliance and mitigate risks.
- Managed staff allocation and budget adherence to maintain high-quality care standards for all patients.
- Cultivated a supportive work environment by implementing strategies to prevent burnout among nursing staff.
Registered Nurse
St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center
Boise, ID
09.2013 - 12.2015
- Oversaw training and development of nursing staff as a preceptor in charge RN capacity. Led code team responses to critical incidents. Contributed to shared governance efforts to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Conducted regular assessments of vital signs and delivered medications following prescribed protocols to support patient health.
- Executed effective management of critical situations to ensure optimal outcomes and safety.
Registered Nurse
UPMC Mercy, Progressive Cardiac Care Unit
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2012 - 09.2013
- Oversaw training and mentorship of new staff as a preceptor.
- Engaged in collaborative efforts to enhance patient safety and prevent mortality.
- Contributed to shared governance initiatives, fostering collaboration and decision-making processes.
- Provided detailed guidance to family members and caregivers regarding effective patient care practices.
- Coordinated care plans for patients undergoing recovery from various medical and surgical interventions.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of patient histories and symptoms to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Western Governors University
01-2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA05-2012
Skills
- Chronic disease management
- Patient education
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Preventive health initiatives
- Effective patient communication
Certification
- -ID CNP License 79487
- -ID RN License 46612
- -ID CS License CS75627
- -Certified AACN FNP
- -Certified Cardiovascular RN
- -ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC
- -National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ)
CONTACT
- 4570 S Denison Ave
- Meridian, ID 83642
- 724.991.1758
- Cmwhalen1189@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION/ VOLUNTEER SERVICE
- -Trauma Intervention Program
- -No Veteran Dies Alone
- -American Nurses Association
- -NLI-Leadership Excellence Course
- -End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium APRN Course
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner: Independent Contractor
Idaho Outreach Medicine
10.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
St. Luke’s Meridian Medical Center
10.2024 - 04.2025
Family Nurse Practitioner Independent Contractor
AdvantMed
09.2024 - 01.2026
Family Nurse Practitioner: Independent Contractor
EleMental Health
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Care Units: ICU, ER, Telemetry
St. Luke’s Clinical Support Unit-Critical Care
08.2021 - 10.2024
Nursing Supervisor
St. Luke’s Idaho Cardiology Associates
03.2019 - 08.2021
Nursing Supervisor
St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center-Telemetry
12.2015 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center
09.2013 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse
UPMC Mercy, Progressive Cardiac Care Unit
06.2012 - 09.2013
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Carlow University