Andrea Lee
Miami
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated new Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner graduate, with emergency medicine experience, and a strong commitment to patient-centered mental health care. Skilled in therapeutic communication, crisis stabilization, and holistic treatment planning. Experienced in supporting diverse patient populations through education, advocacy, and evidence-based interventions. Seeking a challenging and rewarding role that will fully utilize my clinical expertise, expand my professional scope, and allow me to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes, while continuing to grow as a clinician.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital Pembroke
7800 Sheridan St
10.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care in fast-paced emergency environment.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room settings.
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including mental status exams, suicide risk screenings, and behavioral evaluations, to guide individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, discharge planning, and community resources to promote continuity of care.
- Provided direct patient care to individuals with acute and chronic mental health disorders, ensuring safety, therapeutic support, and adherence to treatment plans.
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitored therapeutic responses, and documented side effects or behavioral changes with accuracy and timeliness.
- Trained new nursing staff on emergency procedures and hospital policies.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Team Select Home Care
Doral
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions regularly.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Delivered personalized nursing care to clients in their homes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and safety practices.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams for holistic patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate health records.
- Assisted with daily living activities to improve patient quality of life.
- Responded promptly to patient needs and communicated concerns effectively.
- Assisted with the coordination of home health services to ensure that quality patient care was provided in a timely manner.
- Provided direct nursing care such as wound dressing changes, medication administration, injections, IV therapy and other treatments.
- Initiated emergency measures when indicated for acute changes in conditions requiring immediate intervention.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
Dallas, TX06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Doral, FL05-2022
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL10-2019
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Emergency care/ response
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Mental health evaluation
- Mental health advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Acute care management
- Care plan development
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-PMHNP
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital Pembroke
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Team Select Home Care
09.2022 - 02.2024
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Miami Dade College