Amanda Rogers
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over ten years of progressive psychiatric experience across inpatient, outpatient, crisis, and telehealth settings. Currently practicing in a fully remote model providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and medication management for adults with complex mood, anxiety, bipolar spectrum, and ADHD presentations. Specialized training and consultation experience in women’s mental health and perinatal and reproductive psychopharmacology. Strong background in community mental health, crisis intervention, and integrated care, with a patient-centered and outcomes-focused approach.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Brightside Health
09.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and longitudinal medication management via telehealth for adult patients nationwide.
- Diagnose and treat mood disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar spectrum disorders, ADHD, peripartum-occurring disorders, and related psychiatric conditions.
- Improve patient outcomes with the development of individualized treatment plans incorporating psychopharmacology, psychotherapy principles, and patient education.
- Monitor treatment response, side effects, and adherence through ongoing virtual follow-up and asynchronous check-ins.
- Provide patient-centered education to support informed decision-making and long-term symptom management.
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Outreach Community Health Centers
10.2019 - 05.2024
- Delivered psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management in a community mental health setting serving high-acuity and underserved populations, with an emphasis on the treatment of severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI).
- Provided individual and family psychotherapy alongside psychopharmacologic treatment.
- Collaborated closely with primary care, women's health, case management, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for complex psychiatric presentations by utilizing integrated care model
- Managed psychiatric crises and acute symptom exacerbations in both clinic and telehealth settings.
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
- Mentored PMHNP students and new hires, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Selected as an Epic Super User, completing advanced Epic training and supporting staff education, workflow optimization, and effective EHR utilization.
Registered Nurse
Rogers Behavioral Health, Partial Hospitalization Programs
05.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided direct nursing care in general mental health and dual diagnosis partial hospitalization programs.
- Performed physical assessments, medication administration, and ongoing symptom monitoring.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to revise and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering supportive community environment that encouraged patient engagement and progress.
Registered Nurse
Milwaukee Behavioral Health Division, Psychiatric Crisis Services Unit
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Delivered crisis assessment, triage, and stabilization for individuals presenting with acute psychiatric emergencies.
- Managed admissions, discharges, and detailed clinical documentation.
- Utilized nonviolent crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate high-risk situations.
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph’s Hospital, Behavioral Health Services Unit
11.2014 - 07.2016
- Provided inpatient psychiatric nursing care to adult patients with severe and persistent mental illness.
- Administered medications and collaborated with providers to support treatment planning and continuity of care.
- Assisted with unit workflow coordination and patient safety initiatives.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN01.2027
Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WIBachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Purdue University Calumet
Hammond, INSkills
- Telepsychiatry and virtual care delivery
- Psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis
- Psychopharmacologic management
- Perinatal mental health and women’s mental health care
- Crisis assessment and intervention
- Integrated and collaborative care
- Patient health education and counseling
- Community mental health systems
- Epic (Super User)
- Clinical quality improvement
Certification
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and APRN, licensed in WI, IL, FL, TX, VT, NM
Timeline
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Brightside Health
09.2023 - Current
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Outreach Community Health Centers
10.2019 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse
Rogers Behavioral Health, Partial Hospitalization Programs
05.2017 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse
Milwaukee Behavioral Health Division, Psychiatric Crisis Services Unit
08.2016 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph’s Hospital, Behavioral Health Services Unit
11.2014 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Purdue University Calumet
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Purdue University
Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Alverno College