Stephanie Mays
Collierville
Summary
Experienced with providing psychiatric care and mental health support. Utilizes therapeutic communication and evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes. Strong understanding of mental health disorders and effective treatment strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Alliance Health Care Services
Memphis, TN
08.2025 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management
- Provide care in both in-person and telehealth formats, ensuring continuity and accessibility
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to deliver individualized treatment plans
- Navigate insurance-based care, including documentation, prior authorizations, and coordination with payers
- Establish strong therapeutic alliances through empathetic communication and patient education
Contract Registered Nurse – NICU / PICU
Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital
Memphis, TN
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Provided high-acuity nursing care in critical care pediatric settings
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and supported families during complex medical situations
- Strengthened communication, emotional intelligence, and crisis-management skills
Contract Registered Nurse – NICU / Postpartum / Well Baby Nursery
St. Dominic Hospital
Jackson, MS
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to neonates and postpartum patients in both high-acuity and routine care settings
- Supported maternal–infant bonding, patient education, and safe transitions of care
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver family-centered, compassionate care
Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Delivered evidence-based nursing care to critically ill neonates
- Supported families through emotionally challenging care transitions
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and patient advocacy
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN05.2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Mississippi
University, MS08.2020
Skills
- Telepsychiatry
- Psychiatric Assessment
- Medication Management
- Therapeutic Communication
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Motivational Interviewing
- EHRs (Epic, Cerner, Athena, Credible)
Certification
- PMHNP-BC (ANCC)
- APRN (TN, MS)
- CNP (TX)
- RN (MS, MN)
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Alliance Health Care Services
08.2025 - Current
Contract Registered Nurse – NICU / PICU
Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital
01.2024 - 08.2025
Contract Registered Nurse – NICU / Postpartum / Well Baby Nursery
St. Dominic Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
University of Mississippi Medical Center
08.2021 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Mississippi
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Honors & Volunteer Experience
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- HRSA Advanced Nursing Education Workforce Scholarship Recipient
- Boys & Girls Club Mentor
- COVID-19 Vaccine Response Group
- Leap Frog Program Tutor