Alicia Evans
Atlantic Beach,FL
Summary
DNP Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner student with a strong clinical foundation in both medical and psychiatric care. Experienced registered nurse with experience managing medically complex patients, including those with co-occurring psychiatric disorders, substance withdrawal, and acute behavioral health needs. Clinical training includes outpatient child and adolescent psychiatry and integrated primary care-mental health settings, conducting psychiatric assessments, contributing to diagnostic formulation, and participating in medication management and treatment planning. Known as a highly motivated and dedicated clinician who values lifelong learning, continuously seeking opportunities to expand clinical knowledge and improve patient outcomes through evidence-based, compassionate, and patient-centered care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PMHNP Student
UF Health Archer Family Health Care
06.2025 - 04.2026
- Completed 300+ clinical hours in an integrated primary care–mental health clinic, evaluating and managing patients with complex psychiatric and medical comorbidities in collaboration with primary care providers.
- Managed care for patients with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, PTSD, ADHD, and personality disorders.
- Collaborated closely with primary care providers and behavioral health clinicians to coordinate treatment plans in a primary care-mental health integration model.
- Participated in psychopharmacologic decision-making, medication adjustments, and monitoring of treatment response.
- Utilized supportive psychotherapy and psychoeducation to enhance patient engagement and treatment adherence.
PMHNP Student
Dr. Priti Kothari Child Psychiatry Office
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Completed an outpatient psychiatry rotation totaling 280 clinical hours, contributing to the psychiatric assessment and treatment of 200+ pediatric and adolescent patients.
- Conducted psychiatric assessments, diagnostic interviews, and mental status examinations for pediatric and adolescent patients.
- Participated in collaborative treatment planning with a board-certified psychiatrist, including medication management and monitoring of therapeutic response.
- Assisted with pharmacogenomic testing interpretation (GeneSight) to support individualized medication selection.
- Conducted family interviews and collateral assessments to obtain developmental, academic, and psychosocial histories.
- Collaborated with schools and community resources to support individualized treatment and academic accommodations.
Perioperative Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent
08.2025 - Current
- Provide perioperative nursing care for diverse surgical populations, ensuring patient safety throughout the pre-operative and post-anesthesia phases.
- Perform comprehensive preoperative assessments, initiate IV therapy, and monitor patients for airway stability, pain control, and hemodynamic changes.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary surgical teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Utilize therapeutic communication and anxiety-reduction techniques to support patients undergoing high-stress procedures.
PCU Nurse
Lee Health
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided nursing care in a dual medical–psychiatric progressive care unit, managing patients with complex medical conditions and co-occurring psychiatric disorders.
- Cared for patients admitted under the Florida Baker Act, including those experiencing suicidal ideation, psychosis, and severe mood disorders.
- Monitored and managed high-acuity medical conditions such as stroke, sepsis, cardiac disease, and respiratory failure.
- Managed patients undergoing alcohol and substance withdrawal, implementing CIWA protocols and monitoring for complications.
- Collaborated with physicians, psychiatry consult teams, and case management to support safe discharge planning and continuity of care.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Track
University of Florida, College of Nursing
Gainesville, FL05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Gulf Coast University, College of Nursing
Fort Myers, FL05-2021
Skills
- PESI DBT Certified, BLS/ACLS/PALS Certified
Certification
- Licensure: RN- State of Florida, License #RN9570494 (Active)
- Anticipated Boards Test Date: May 2026
Timeline
Perioperative Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent
08.2025 - Current
PMHNP Student
UF Health Archer Family Health Care
06.2025 - 04.2026
PMHNP Student
Dr. Priti Kothari Child Psychiatry Office
01.2025 - 05.2025
PCU Nurse
Lee Health
08.2021 - 02.2023
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Track
University of Florida, College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Gulf Coast University, College of Nursing