86. Building Clinical Confidence: The New Model for Functional NP Training

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The Better Yoo Project: Optimizing Health, Hormones and Aesthetics.

Lexi Yoo NP

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The Better Yoo Project Podcast is a weekly series covering the topics of functional medicine, case studies from her practice, nutrition of all varieties (Keto, Paleo, Vegan, Pegan, Macros, Low Fod Map, Cardiometabolic) etc, the role of the nurse practitioner, entrepreneur, hormones optimization, injectables and aesthetics, fitness and recovery, nutragenomics and supplement use! The host is Lexi Yoo NP, wife -mom-small business owner- nurse practitioner, hormone balancer, gut guru, thyroid investigator, fitness fanatic, and health hacker out of the Hoosier State.

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86. Building Clinical Confidence: The New Model for Functional NP Training

The Better Yoo Project: Optimizing Health, Hormones and Aesthetics.

40 minutes 32 seconds

1 month ago

86. Building Clinical Confidence: The New Model for Functional NP Training

Shivaughn Petkus is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with Yoo Direct Health and has been in the medical field for the past 20 years. She received her BSN from the University of Colorado and completed her graduate degree from the University of Indianapolis. Her experiences in health care includes oncology, pediatrics, geriatrics, patient throughput, and leadership.

Shivaughn's personal health experiences fueled her passion for integrating holistic approaches into traditional medical practices, as we hear in this episode. We discuss her transition from a family nurse practitioner to a key team member, highlighting how her background has driven professional growth. We also cover the comprehensive onboarding process for new nurse practitioners at Yoo Direct Health, emphasizing collaboration and continuous learning. Shivaughn then shares her insights on mastering new skills and the importance of a supportive environment. Later, we explore future aspirations for advancing education within the practice, including the creation of a journal club and a level two certification.

Topics discussed in this episode include:

• How Yoo Direct Health integrates holistic approaches into traditional medicine, with Shivaughn's role being crucial.

• Why a comprehensive onboarding process is vital for new nurse practitioners.

• Why collaboration and a supportive learning environment are needed for new practitioners.

• How the practice emphasizes continuous education and establishing clinical competencies.

• How mentorship and collaboration significantly contribute to the development of nurse practitioners.

• Why defining roles and delegating tasks enhance efficiency in functional medicine practices.

• How the practice utilizes resources like YDH Academy modules and reference guides for education.

• What to think about when you’re getting ready to bring on your first NP.

• The usefulness of AI tools such as Otter at Yoo Direct Health.

• How establishing a structured educational plan ensures familiarity with procedures and protocols.

Shivaughn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoodirecthealth_shivaughnnp

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