Amanda James
Miami,FL
Summary
Resourceful Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to providing excellent care to patients of all ages. Expertise in performing admission assessments and discharges and participating in crisis interventions. Kind and caring professional with 6 years of experience working with psychiatric patients with a variety of psychiatric illnesses.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practice and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions of pediatric patients and inform families of appropriate treatment decisions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development opportunities and attending relevant conferences.
- Mentored a multitude of Masters of Science nursing students and new hires, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged professional growth.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
My Psychiatrist
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations of up to 20 telehealth outpatient patients daily in an efficient manner
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Served as a provider in the outpatient setting for adult-psychiatric patients
- Experienced in prescribing medication management for opioid dependent patients
- Observed brain mapping for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and trained in administering the treatment
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Miami Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Working in the Community Outreach Program for Homeless Veterans specializing in collaborating with an interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication
- Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Medical Center
09.2018 - 01.2024
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self harm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Responded in a timely manner while working in Psychiatric Intake in the Emergency Room
- Ensured admission approval by presenting cases to insurance companies
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatry
Florida International University
Miami, FL08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
Miami, FL04.2018
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Psychiatric Intake Experience
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Outpatient mental health services
- Psychotherapy Techniques
- Inpatient psychiatric care
- Geriatric Mental Health
- Veterans mental health
- Pediatric Mental Health
Certification
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License - 3 years
- Registered Nurse License- 6 years
- Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center- 3 years
American Nurses Credentialing Center
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) credentials both organizations and individuals who advance nursing
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
My Psychiatrist
03.2022 - 03.2023
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Miami Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Medical Center
09.2018 - 01.2024
Master of Science - Psychiatry
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida International University