ANDREA SMITH
Nashville,TN
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated, and versatile PMHNP experienced in treating serious mental illness and behavioral disorders in individuals of all ages. Passionate about providing excellent, evidence-based, comprehensive care through interdisciplinary collaboration, patient advocacy, and a patient-centered approach. Committed to overcoming barriers to wellness and reducing stigma surrounding mental health. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Friendly, flexible, and a team-player.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Pracitioner
Mental Health Cooperative
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Enhanced professional development of nursing staff by leading training sessions and workshops focused on industry trends, best practices, and emerging treatment approaches.
- Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing compassionate, holistic care and addressing the unique concerns of each individual.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development opportunities and attending relevant conferences.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Strengthened relationships with patients'' families by providing ongoing support, education, and guidance throughout the treatment process.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based interventions focused on relapse prevention and management strategies.
Attorney
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP
11.2007 - 12.2018
- Represented Fortune 500 pharmaceutical companies in complex litigation involving labeling and marketing of pharmaceutical products
- Served as national counsel for manufacturer of antipsychotic medication in a coordinated litigation of thousands of suits involving claims of EPS, tardive dyskinesia, metabolic syndrome, gynecomastia, and other alleged injuries
- Represented pharmaceutical company in state and federal litigation involving claims of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and/or Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis from an over-the-counter medication
- Obtained multi-million-dollar verdict in favor of client in trial focused on cognitive impairment and mental capacity within the context of undue influence and elder abuse claims; examined and cross-examined medical witnesses and presented extensive evidence relating to neurological and neuropsychological diagnoses
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, neuropsychologists, neurologists, and other healthcare professionals to prepare for deposition and trial
- Handled all aspects of litigation, including conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, propounding and responding to discovery, formulating and implementing litigation strategies, and negotiating on behalf of clients in settlement
- Managed junior associates, paralegals, and other staff.
Education
MSN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing
Nashville, TN08.2022
JD -
University of Southern California Law School
Los Angeles, CA01.2007
BA, English -
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA01.2003
Skills
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Medication Management
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Documentation
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Outpatient mental health services
- Inpatient psychiatric care
- Interpersonal Communication
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Professionalism
- Analytical Thinking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Patient Education
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Psychosocial Analysis
- Community mental health resources
- Addiction Recovery Support
- Excellent Communication
Other Healthcare Experience
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 06/2019, 07/2020, Care Partner, Adult Float Pool, Provided patient care and assisted with procedures under RN supervision in various inpatient settings, including the emergency department, ICU (medical, surgical, and neuro), trauma, burn, medical-surgical, oncology, and palliative care units. Assessed and monitored vital signs, performed lab draws, placed and removed catheters, provided pre- and post-operative care, and assisted patients with activities of daily living; cared for 8-12 patients per shift. Reported and documented findings and/or changes in physical and mental status and maintained effective communication with other members of the healthcare team. Gained over 1800 hours of inpatient clinical experience prior to entering nursing school.
Certification
- Registered Nurse, TN, 257472, 08/2024
- Attorney, CA, 251977
Fellowship
Vanderbilt Program for Interprofessional Learning (VPIL), Nashville, TN, 08/2020, 05/2021, Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of medical, nursing, pharmacy, and counseling students to provide holistic and coordinated healthcare to patients living with HIV and AIDS, and other complex medical and psychiatric conditions. Obtained medical histories, conducted physical exams, performed medication reconciliation, and provided patient education under preceptor supervision.
Timeline
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Pracitioner
Mental Health Cooperative
01.2023 - Current
Attorney
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP
11.2007 - 12.2018
MSN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing
JD -
University of Southern California Law School
BA, English -
University of California, Berkeley