Enthusiastic Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with several of experience enhancing mental health outcomes. Proficient in patient care, tele-psychiatry, and mental health education. Experienced in diverse healthcare settings has honed my ability to deliver clinical excellence. Leader in transitioning to digital health services.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
River River Region Psychiatry Associates HCA contract -Southern Hills, Pinewood Springs, Parthenon Pavilion
08.2024 - Current
Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and implement treatment plans
Develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and therapy options
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure top tier Psychiatric care for patients residents
Prescribe and administer psychiatric medications and perform medication reconciliation as necessary
Conduct daily rounds in one designated hospital, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication with the healthcare team
Respond promptly to consult requests from the Emergency Department and Inpatient units, offering expert psychiatric assessments and recommendations
Monitor and adjust medication regimens to optimize effectiveness and minimize side effects
Implement therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of psychiatric conditions
Provide education and support to peers, patients, and families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options
Promote mental health awareness and wellness among residents
Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with regulatory standards
Ensure timely and thorough documentation of all assessments and interventions
Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance mental health care services within the facility
Collaborate with the healthcare team to identify areas for improvement and implement changes
Participate in one weekend shift per month and additional on-call shifts as needed, providing emergency psychiatric care and consultation
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Natchez Trace Youth Academy
06.2023 - 06.2024
Diagnosed and treated patients with mental health, behavioral health and emotional disorders
Prescribe, recommend, or discontinue drugs, and treatments to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders in accordance with the Collaborative Practice Agreement and the state’s Nurse Practice Act
Collaborate with therapists, social workers, or other treatment team members to coordinate client care
Responsible for timely and accurate completion of medical records, including assessment, treatment plan, progress notes, outcome measures, etc
Design/participate in the development of individualized treatment plans, incorporating best and leading practices into treatment interventions
Examine or order laboratory or diagnostic tests for clients to provide information on general physical condition and mental disorders
Collaborate with guardians, relatives, and significant others on client’s conditions and treatment when clinically appropriate
Provide medication education, order labs, and refer to medical referrals as appropriate
Ensures that prescriptive authority and order writing are performed in accordance with applicable laws and standards
Monitors quality indicators, identifies areas of opportunity and seeks solutions to enhance care and outcomes
Emergency Room Nurse
Tristar Ashland City ER
02.2020 - 07.2023
Decisively and confidently made judgments on patient conditions based on vital signs, patient presentation, and initial assessment; triaged to appropriate zone; activated specialized team when indicated (cath lab, trauma team, rapid response stroke team, etc.)
Applied expertise in data analysis by monitoring laboratory results, blood work, urinalysis, and performing sterile procedures including catheterization, IV starts and dressing changes
Merged empathy and strong interpersonal skills by ensuring both physical and emotional needs of patients and families were maintained
Effectively assimilated, interpreted, and reported changing patient data to ensure optimum care
Student Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
One TeleMed. Remote Telehealth
06.2022 - 11.2022
Followed telehealth protocols and processes in line with Provident policy, applicable federal and state laws
Used telehealth strategies and conventions as per Provident arrangement, government and state controls, supported by HIPAA
Perform pharmaceutical administration follow-up sessions, new admissions assessments, and discharges
Performed international classification of diseases (ICD) as suggested by the global standard for mental/behavioral disorders
Ordered various psychotropic medications, labs, diagnostic tests for adults, children, adolescents in accordance with best clinical practices
Seeks supervision from supervising MD as appropriate
Student Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Rivergate Psychiatric and Behavioral Health
08.2022 - 10.2022
Closely supervised staff caring for patients on special observations that are physically ill etc
Documented medical records and assuring that documentation by others occurs around significant care issues
Under physician direction, provides primary care services to clinic patients including prescribing, dispensing or transmitting medications in accordance with standardized procedures and current state regulations
Prescribed various oral and intramuscular psychotropic medications
Ordered psychotropic medication for adults, children/youth in state custody shall be prescribed and administered in accordance with best clinical practices
Evaluated patients for signs & symptoms of allergic reactions or other adverse drug side effects
Responsible for timely and accurate completion of medical records, including assessment, treatment planning, progress notes, discharges, medication management, and new admissions
Student Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Living in the Light Wellness
02.2022 - 05.2022
Provided telehealth therapy/and general counseling
Performed virtual evidenced-based psychotherapy sessions
Identified and diagnostic mental and substance abuse issues
Provided behavioral health assessments, made treatment recommendations, and treatment planning for clients across the life span
Followed telehealth procedures as advised by federal and state regulations and in accordance with the Collaborative Practice Agreement/Health insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Student Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital
11.2021 - 02.2022
Educated both patients and family members on mental illness, psychotropic medication and coping skills, including DBT
Assessed, documented, and communicated patient responses and effectiveness of nursing intervention and medication
Built therapeutic rapport with patients engages patients in full participation of treatment programs
Collaborated with patients, guardians, relatives, and significant others on the client's conditions and treatment plan
Participates in the multidisciplinary treatment team meetings as required
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Blanchfield Army Community Hospital
10.2019 - 02.2020
Administered injectable and oral psychotropic medications, scheduled follow-ups, and monitor for adverse reactions
Accountable for emergency assessment of persons seeking treatment for psychiatric or substance abuse illnesses
Collaborated with staff to form a plan of care based off clinical information and patient observations
Provided treatment for existing and emergency health conditions both medical and psychiatric
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
TriStar Summit Medical Center
07.2015 - 05.2019
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines
Provided palliative care in settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols
Signed, dated, and performed all charting and recordkeeping in accordance with established policies and procedures
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments
Acted as the patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process
Triage Registered Nurse/INR Nurse
Allina Health
07.2012 - 08.2015
Identified and initiated immediate nursing interventions as appropriate
Set priorities for nursing intervention in collaboration with health center clinicians, patients, family, and other health professionals
Coordinated the chronic disease programs, including managing to follow up care
Accurately, promptly, and consistently documented all patient interactions in the Electronic Health Record
Consulted with Psychiatrist on duty for orders when medical status changed, or situation presented to make referrals to more appropriate level of care was required
Administered medication/treatments and documented administration with reaction in clinical charts
Observed, recorded, and initiated appropriate action to medication and therapeutic procedures
Sustained quality assurance by maintaining adequate documentation of all patients seen, including follow-up and referral in the electronic medical record
Ensured safety by a care planning process, evidence-based medicine, and active participation of patients in decision-making
Registered Nurse/Triage Nurse (Contract Job)
Hennepin County Medical Center
02.2010 - 07.2012
Inspected the cleanliness, sanitation, and maintenance of all facilities, exam rooms, and equipment
Reacted calmly and effectively in emergency situations, and added the personal, caring touch that immediately put patients at ease
Prescribed and administered medication, therapy, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury
Registered Nurse/Correctional Nurse
Hennepin County Adult Corrections
07.2011 - 06.2012
Collaborated with the Correctional Officers and Jail Administration during the intake process of prisoners to evaluate healthcare needs and placement of inmates due to medical, psych, safety, infectious disease, etc
Performed complete History and Physicals for every Inmate entered into the facility as required by State regulations
Accountable for Intake History and Physicals within the given amount of time set by state regulations, 14-day assessments
Reviewed current medications to obtain orders from the on-call physician for medication approval while the patient is incarcerated
Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager
HealthEast Care System
10.2009 - 04.2010
Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses
Ensured the efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
Verified that physician orders for all disciplines are complete, accurate and cover the care and visits provided
Coordinated the patient's plan of care for nursing, therapy, social services, and other disciplines and services from the initial assessment to discharge
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
North Memorial Medical Center
05.2001 - 08.2009
Maintained direct responsibility for providing comprehensive and quality nursing care including assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation
Assisted with examinations and various procedures, performed tests, administered medications, and observed, evaluated, reported, and documented any changes in patient condition
Education
Master Degree in Nursing (MSN) - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
11.2022
Associate in science (AS) - Nursing
College St. Catherine
Minneapolis, MN
05.2001
Skills
Medication management
Psychiatric evaluation
Clinical documentation
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Patient-centered care
Diagnostic assessment
Therapeutic communication
Substance abuse treatment
Behavioral therapy
Patient education
Treatment Planning
Medication monitoring
Prescription writing
Results interpretation
Medication administration
Interpersonal communication
Team development
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Reliability
Excellent communication
Team collaboration
Effective communication
Active listening
Adaptability and flexibility
Decision-making
Patient confidentiality
Relationship building
Professional ethics
Team building
Task prioritization
Self motivation
Health promotion
Interpersonal skills
Analytical thinking
Conflict resolution
Quality improvement
Professionalism
Crisis intervention
Patient advocacy
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Time management abilities
Adaptability
Written communication
Patient assessment
Professional demeanor
Risk management
Emotional intelligence
Problem-solving aptitude
Cultural Competency
Analytical skills
Chronic disease management
Multidisciplinary treatment planning
Psychology
Telepsychiatry
Clinical decision making
Disorder diagnosis
Evidence-based practice
History documentation
Certification
DEA, ML7931492, 03/31/26
Nursing License, RN-#201103, 02/01/25, TN
American Red Cross: Basic Life Support, 06/10/26
Advanced Life Support, 02/28/25
Crisis Prevention Institute Certification (CPI), 10/01/24
National Provider Identifier (NPI), 1619674678
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, TN #33613, 02/01/25
ANCC-PMHNP BC, #2022141217, 02/06/28
Credentials
BC-PMHNP
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
River River Region Psychiatry Associates HCA contract -Southern Hills, Pinewood Springs, Parthenon Pavilion
08.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Natchez Trace Youth Academy
06.2023 - 06.2024
Student Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Rivergate Psychiatric and Behavioral Health
08.2022 - 10.2022
Student Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
One TeleMed. Remote Telehealth
06.2022 - 11.2022
Student Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Living in the Light Wellness
02.2022 - 05.2022
Student Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital
11.2021 - 02.2022
Emergency Room Nurse
Tristar Ashland City ER
02.2020 - 07.2023
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Blanchfield Army Community Hospital
10.2019 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
TriStar Summit Medical Center
07.2015 - 05.2019
Triage Registered Nurse/INR Nurse
Allina Health
07.2012 - 08.2015
Registered Nurse/Correctional Nurse
Hennepin County Adult Corrections
07.2011 - 06.2012
Registered Nurse/Triage Nurse (Contract Job)
Hennepin County Medical Center
02.2010 - 07.2012
Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager
HealthEast Care System
10.2009 - 04.2010
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
North Memorial Medical Center
05.2001 - 08.2009
Associate in science (AS) - Nursing
College St. Catherine
DEA, ML7931492, 03/31/26
Nursing License, RN-#201103, 02/01/25, TN
American Red Cross: Basic Life Support, 06/10/26
Advanced Life Support, 02/28/25
Crisis Prevention Institute Certification (CPI), 10/01/24
National Provider Identifier (NPI), 1619674678
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, TN #33613, 02/01/25
ANCC-PMHNP BC, #2022141217, 02/06/28
Master Degree in Nursing (MSN) - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
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