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ALIYA HUSSAIN

Oak Brook,IL

Summary

Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in outpatient, telepsychiatry, and inpatient care. Proven expertise in conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and managing psychopharmacologic treatments, including controlled substances, while integrating evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions. Renowned for strong clinical judgment and a compassionate approach that promotes collaborative and holistic care, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes. Dedicated to delivering high-quality, individualized mental health treatment tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Rula Health
Remote
02.2025 - Current
  • Achieved effective outpatient psychiatric care delivery through telehealth, managing an average of 15–20 patients daily. Completed comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management.
  • Administered and monitored psychotropic medications, including controlled substances, in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Enhanced medication visits by integrating supportive therapy and brief psychotherapy while ensuring accurate documentation.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

DuPage Psychiatric Care PLLC
Hinsdale, IL
02.2024 - Current
  • Conducted psychiatric evaluations for outpatient clients and created tailored treatment plans to assist in patient recovery with a case load of 15-16 patients daily. Supported management of complex medication regimens while tracking effectiveness and safety to enhance treatment outcomes.
  • Evaluated treatment-resistant depression and successfully coordinated referrals for transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), contributing to patient recovery.
  • Completed formal TMS certification and collaborated with TMS providers to maintain continuity of care, fostering a seamless treatment experience.
  • Engaged with multidisciplinary teams, including Mindful TMS, to streamline patient care processes and elevate therapeutic effectiveness.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

BlueSky Telepsych
Downers Grove, IL
12.2022 - 05.2024
  • Achieved effective telepsychiatric service delivery to adult and geriatric clients through thorough diagnostic evaluations and medication management.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by applying CBT-informed and supportive therapy techniques while managing a substantial outpatient caseload.

Foundational Clinical Experience

NKU
01.2020 - 05.2022
  • Registered Nurse – Inpatient Psychiatry
    Hartgrove Behavioral Health System – Chicago, IL
    01/2020 – 11/2021
  • Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Agency)
    Chicago Read Mental Health Center – Chicago, IL
    11/2020 – 04/2021
  • Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
    Hartgrove Behavioral Health System – Chicago, IL
    08/2021 – 05/2022

Inpatient and acute psychiatric experience across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations, including crisis intervention, risk assessment, and stabilization in high-acuity settings.

Education

Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing

Northern Kentucky University
Newport, Kentucky, KY
05-2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
05-2019

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Rush University
Chicago, IL
05-2015

Skills

  • Psychiatric Evaluation and Diagnostic Assessment (DSM-5-TR)
  • Medication Management and Psychopharmacology
  • Controlled Substance Prescribing and Monitoring
  • Telepsychiatry and Virtual Care Delivery
  • Crisis Assessment, Risk Stratification, and Safety Planning
  • Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Care
  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Patient Selection and Referral
  • Brief Psychotherapy (CBT-Informed, Supportive Therapy)
  • High-Volume Outpatient Care (15–20 Patients per Day)
  • Clinical Documentation and EHR Proficiency
  • Regulatory Compliance (DEA and State Practice Acts)
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Trauma-Informed and Culturally Sensitive Care

Certification

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified (PMHNP-BC)
  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – Full Practice Authority
  • Active DEA Registration
  • Registered Nurse – Illinois & California
  • BLS (Current) | CPI Certified

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Rula Health
02.2025 - Current

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

DuPage Psychiatric Care PLLC
02.2024 - Current

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

BlueSky Telepsych
12.2022 - 05.2024

Foundational Clinical Experience

NKU
01.2020 - 05.2022

Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing

Northern Kentucky University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Loyola University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Rush University