Leah Falk FNP-C, MSN, RN, BMTCN
Upland
Summary
Adept Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record at the City Of Hope National Medical Center, excelling in patient care and disease management. Focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients, physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Providing acute care, symptom management, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
City Of Hope National Medical Center
02.2014 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
Nurse Practitioner
Planned Parenthood
05.2013 - 01.2014
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Nurse Practitioner
City Of Hope National Medical Center
06.2012 - 05.2013
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
Registered Nurse
City Of Hope Medical Center
02.2006 - 05.2012
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Family Nurse Practitioner - Nursing
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2011
Master of Science - Nursing
Western University of Health Sciences
Pomona, CA08.2008
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Western University of Health Sciences
Pomona, CA12.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Women’s Gender And Sexuality Studies
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA12.2003
Skills
- Patient Education
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Chronic Disease Management
- Diagnostic Testing
- Advanced physical examination
- Health Promotion
Accomplishments
- City of Hope, Advanced Practice Provider of the year 2019 and 2021
- Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International, Iota Eta Chapter
Affiliations
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Oncology Nursing Society
Certification
- California Nurse Practitioner NPI 1699040873 April 2025
- California Nurse Practitioner License 20984 April 2025
- California Registered Nurse License 673261 April 2025
- DEA Registration MF2779392 September 2024
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification September 2026
- BMTCN December 2025
- Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider March 2026
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
City Of Hope National Medical Center
02.2014 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Planned Parenthood
05.2013 - 01.2014
Nurse Practitioner
City Of Hope National Medical Center
06.2012 - 05.2013
Registered Nurse
City Of Hope Medical Center
02.2006 - 05.2012
Family Nurse Practitioner - Nursing
California State University - Long Beach
Master of Science - Nursing
Western University of Health Sciences
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Western University of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Arts - Women’s Gender And Sexuality Studies
California State University - Long Beach
- California Nurse Practitioner NPI 1699040873 April 2025
- California Nurse Practitioner License 20984 April 2025
- California Registered Nurse License 673261 April 2025
- DEA Registration MF2779392 September 2024
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification September 2026
- BMTCN December 2025
- Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider March 2026
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