1. GALINA DEMIDENKO
110 S. Brighton Park Court • Saint Charles, MO 63303 • (314) 600-0660 • gdemidenko1@ymail.com
Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
Recently qualified Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner with over eight years of experience delivering excellent
patient care, nursing operations, and regulatory compliance. Extensive knowledge of medical illnesses and
treatments, hospital policies and procedures, and standards of care in diverse clinical settings, from hospital
ICUs to federally funded medical clinics. Patient-focused nurse with exceptional communication skills used to
treat and educate patients and their families and to collaborate with health care providers to implement care
plans. Seeking to utilize recent education and comprehensive nursing background in a new role as an AGNP
with an organization that values high standards of patient care.
A R E A S O F S T R E N G T H
Registered Nurse in MO & IL • Care Plan Development & Administration • Regulatory Compliance
Patient & Family Education • Diverse Patient Populations • Geriatric Care • Adult Primary Care
Ventilator Care • NG & PEG • Telemetry • Intravenous Therapy • J-Tube Management • Wound Vac Care
E D U C A T I O N & T R A I N I N G
Master of Science in Nursing, Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, 2014
Saint Louis University School of Nursing, Saint Louis, MO
Clinical rotations:
• Adult/Geriatric Primary Care: Developed proficiency in the special needs of adults ages 60-100
by managing acute illnesses, chronic and complex multi-system disease processes, and chronic
disease exacerbations in diverse patient populations.
o BJC People’s Health Center, 8/20014-12/2014
o Mercy Geriatric Clinic, 9/2014-12/2014
o Dr. Schutzenhofer (Primary Care/Internal Medicine Private Practice), 9/2014-12/2014
o McCracken, Dawdy, Hall Family Practice, 9/2014-12/2014
o Conway Group of Internist St. Luke’s Hospital, 6/2014-8/2014
• Adult Primary Care: Managed acute and stable chronic illnesses for patients in various settings,
including a federally funded community health center, with a focus on health maintenance and
promotion, risk reduction, and patient education.
o Primary Care Office, Internal Medicine, 1/2014-8/2014
o Premier Medical Specialist, 08/13-12/13
• Sexually Transmitted Disease Care: Performed routine STD screenings, treated acute and
chronic diseases for underserved clients ages 16-80+ in a large urban health practice, and
provided comprehensive well woman care.
o STD Clinic, John C. Murphy, 5/2014
Associate of Science in Nursing, 2006
Saint Louis Community College, Meramec, MO
Previous education:
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biology
Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Culturology
F. Scoriny State University, Gomel, Belarus

2. L I C E N S U R E S & C E R T I F I C A T I O N S
Licensures
• AGPCNP-BC, State of Missouri and State of Illinois, Current
• RN, State of Missouri, Valid until March 2017
• RN, State of Illinois, Valid until May 2016
Certifications
• Basic Cardiac Life Support, Valid until July 2015
• Advance Cardiovascular Life Support, Valid until November 2015
• Pacemaker Management
• IABP Countrerpulsation Therapy
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
Saint Luke’s Hospital, Saint Louis, MO 2007 – Present
Staff Nurse/Clinical Nurse, Neurosurgical and Cardiovascular/Surgical Care Units
Ensure the safe and efficient tertiary care of critically ill neurosurgery and neurology and SICU patients at a
large urban medical center academically affiliated with Maryville University. Skilled and compassionate nursing
care provider who communicates effectively with a diverse patient population and clinical and clerical staff at
all levels. Leverage extensive training and experience to provide individualized care to critical patients.
Contribute to patient and staff safety by carefully following all federal, state, and hospital protocols, and by
maintaining compliance with hospital governance. Collaborate with interdisciplinary medical teams of doctors,
nurses, and other providers to deliver total patient care and education.
Key Contributions:
• Demonstrate expertise in neurological procedures essential to the care of neurosurgery and neurology
patients, including ventriculostomies, neurologic exams, neuroradiologic procedures, and post-stroke
and subarachnoid hemorrhage care.
• Maintain an exceptional standard of care for SICU patients by expertly performing hemodynamic
monitoring, pulmonary artery catheters, titrating drips, mechanical ventilation, wound care, and
substance abuse management.
Appollo Medical, Inc., Saint Louis, MO 2007 – 2012
Registered Home Care Nurse
Manage a caseload of diverse clients in various community settings through high level direct care and case
management of patients requiring care and rehabilitation support. Maintain proficiency in a wide range of
treatment protocols and procedures to care for patients with orthopedic illnesses and injuries, complicated
wounds, post-CVA/CHF/MI, psychological illnesses, complex IV therapies, and other rehabilitation needs.
Ensure accurate records and patient confidentiality compliant with HIPAA and related governance by
maintaining patient records and charts.
Key Contributions:
• Advocate for patients and their families by offering education and support, including referrals and
counseling.
• Support efficient office operations by handling the daily patient volume through accurate telephone
triage, appointment scheduling, and referral management.
P R O F E S S I O N A L A F F I L I A T I O N S
• Saint Louis Association of Nurse Practitioners, 2014-Present
• American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 2008-Present
• American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 2014
• American Nurse Association, 2014