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RN II - SUD AND PTSD UNITS
Summary

Highly motivated PMHNP with over ten years of psychiatric nursing experience. Focused on providing appropriate medication and therapeutic intervention for improved mental health of the patient. Military background as a Veteran and military spouse enable empathetic understanding of the needs of Veterans and their families.

PMHNP Practicum experience:

INTERACT of Michigan

  • Performed Initial and follow up psychiatric evaluations for public health clients involved in Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), Community Treatment Team (CTT), Navigate (detection and treatment for early psychosis in ages 15 to 30 years old) or Substance Abuse Services groups.
  • Assessed benefits/risks of adjustments of psychotropic medications following medication safety guidelines
  • Utilized psychotherapeutic communication skills to install a cooperative, collaborative milieu while providing behavioral health education and brief therapy
  • Developed and implemented integrative treatment plans, referred to primary care healthcare provider when needed, advocated for client decision making related to their treatment and recovery goals, and requested lab work orders for review of lab results
  • Used face to face and telephonic care management for patients with serious and persistent mental illness and/or substance abuse issues during the pandemic.
  • Maintained safety regulations of assessing clients within their residences or group homes.
  • Coordinated with social workers, peer support staff and PMHNP to help provide positive outcomes for clients.

Integrated Services of Kalamazoo

  • Performed initial and follow up psychiatric assessment of youth and adults (8-70 years old) within an outpatient public health integrated health organization.
  • Assessed clients for psychiatric medication interventions.
  • Educated clients on their psychotropic medication.
  • Educated clients, family members and client support staff on healthcare and nutrition goals such as smoking cessation and sleep hygiene, to help improve their mental health.
  • Ordered and assessed lab work related to psychotropic medication and determined if referral to their primary care healthcare provider was needed.
  • Implemented creative ideas to help build trust with minor clients with histories involving trauma.
  • Collaborated with PMHNP or psychiatrist regarding treatment options.

Kerby Psychological Services

  • Used therapeutic techniques to assist patients in processing mental health concerns
Experience
VA Medical Center- Battle Creek - RN II - SUD and PTSD UnitsCity , STATE09/2018 - 03/2020
  • Utilized strong interpersonal communications skills and nursing process skills to provide for Veterans healthcare needs.
  • Assessed mental and physical health status, administered medications, and provided treatment on a 26 bed SUD rehabilitation unit and a 20 bed PTSD unit.
  • Educated Veterans on their health conditions, medications, maintenance of care and mental health topics to include coping skills, interpersonal relationships, medication administration, and mental health maintenance.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
VA Medical Center- Battle Creek - RN II - Inpatient PsychiatricCity , STATE10/2016 - 09/2018
  • Performed initial nursing psychiatric health assessments on newly admitted patients and monitored all patients for status changes.
  • Provided inpatient care to patients with complex psychiatric conditions including acute and chronic conditions, substance abuse disorders and patients with cognitive impairments.
  • Supervised RNs, LVNs, and NAs on a 22-bed acute inpatient psychiatric unit.
  • Worked collaboratively with physicians, social workers, and psychologists to supply therapeutic care for Veterans in team environment.
  • Cared for adult and geriatric psychiatric patients with the use of skilled nursing interventions and therapeutic communication specialized for veterans.
  • Effectively managed daily charting for each patient.
VA Medical Center- San Diego - RN II - Inpatient PsychiatricCity , STATE08/2011 - 10/2016
  • Supervised RNs, LVNs, and NAs as Team Leader of Acute, Stepdown, and Geriatric units.
  • Provided therapeutic care for Veterans on a 38-bed inpatient psychiatric unit for patients with complex psychiatric conditions including acute and chronic conditions, substance abuse disorders and patients with cognitive impairments.
  • Performed initial nursing psychiatric health assessments on newly admitted patients and monitored all patients for status changes.
  • Provided care for adult and geriatric psychiatric patients with the use of skilled nursing interventions and therapeutic communication specialized for veterans.
  • Leader of Journal Club and implemented presentations to peers on research articles related to psychiatric care.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented, evaluated, and documented nursing care provided to patients on the unit.
Riverside University Health System- Adolescent Behavioral Health - RN II - Adolescent Inpatient PsychiatricCity , STATE01/2010 - 08/2011
  • Provided client assessments upon admission and discharge.
  • Charge Nurse for 12 bed Adolescent Unit with responsibilities including: management of the unit, staffing, administration, and patient care.
  • Lead psychiatric emergency codes to stabilize patients through crisis intervention.
  • Administered oral and injectable medications and monitored for side effects and effectiveness.
  • Documented patient care provided to include assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, medications administered and discharge planning.
  • Planned and educated groups on medication education, health education, interpersonal relationships, and relapse prevention.
Activities and Honors
  • Member, American Psychiatric Nurses Association
  • Member, American Association of Nurse Practitioners
  • Member, American Nurses Association
  • Honor, National Honor Society (MSN, BSN)
NP and RN Licenses
  • Michigan Nurse Practitioner license, Arizona Nurse Practitioner license
  • RN licenses Michigan, Arizona, California, and Missouri
Skills
  • Provides Psychiatric and Mental Health Care across the lifespan
  • Excellent communicator of Patient Health Education
Education and Training
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner board certification (PMHNP-BC)Maryville UniversityCity, State2020

MSN, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Cum laude graduate
BSN: NursingNevada State CollegeCity, State2008
  • Cum laude graduate
Bachelor of Arts: PsychologyUniversity of Alaska AnchorageCity, State2001
  • Cum laude graduate
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School Attended

  • Maryville University
  • Nevada State College
  • University of Alaska Anchorage

Job Titles Held:

  • RN II - SUD and PTSD Units
  • RN II - Inpatient Psychiatric
  • RN II - Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatric

Degrees

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner board certification (PMHNP-BC)
    BSN : Nursing
    Bachelor of Arts : Psychology

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