Annette Atkinson-Meiklejohn DNP PMHNP-BC

Assessed and diagnosed patients using evidence-based guidelines for accurate diagnoses and individualized treatment planning.

Delivered care to diverse populations, focusing on underserved individuals facing trauma and mood disorders.

Provided holistic, patient-centered care through comprehensive assessments and culturally competent methods.

Developed educational materials on polypharmacy, deprescribing, and healthy lifestyle promotion to enhance patient self-management.

Identified high-risk patients vulnerable to medication-related complications; collaborated with leadership on policy changes.

Recommended practice-level interventions to improve safety, optimize medication use, and reduce health disparities.

Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for individuals across the lifespan in outpatient settings.

Formulated individualized treatment plans based on thorough clinical assessments and evidence-based practices.

Delivered medication management and psychotherapy services for patients with a wide range of mental health disorders.

Facilitated both individual and group therapy sessions to address diverse psychological and emotional issues.

Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality, and uphold privacy standards.

Completed comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and provided ongoing follow-up care to monitor treatment progress and adjust interventions as needed.

Ordered and interpreted laboratory tests to support accurate diagnosis and medication management.

Delivered patient education on mental health conditions, medications, side effects, and lifestyle modifications to promote engagement and informed decision-making.

Coordinated care with primary care providers, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity and integration of services across disciplines.

Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, intake screenings, and risk assessments for incarcerated individuals.

Diagnosed a wide range of mental health disorders using DSM-5 criteria and implemented evidence-based treatment plans.

Prescribed and managed psychotropic medications, monitoring therapeutic response, side effects, and potential misuse.

Delivered follow-up psychiatric care, including crisis intervention and suicide risk management within a secure environment.

Provided psychoeducation to patients on mental health conditions, medications, and strategies for self-management.

Collaborated with correctional officers, primary care providers, psychologists, and social workers to ensure integrated care and continuity across services.

Documented clinical findings, treatment plans, and progress notes in the electronic health record in accordance with HIPAA and institutional standards.

Participated in case reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and mental health policy development to enhance care delivery within the facility.

Documented clinical findings, treatment plans, and progress notes in the electronic health record, following HIPAA and institutional standards.

Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments to establish diagnoses and inform treatment planning.
Maintained detailed, HIPAA-compliant documentation in the electronic health record, ensuring compliance with payer and regulatory standards.
Responded to patient messages and medication refill requests in a timely manner to support continuity and safety of care.
Created and modified individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, patient feedback, and therapeutic progress.
Educated patients on psychiatric medications, including potential side effects, risks, benefits, and expected outcomes.
Delivered therapeutic support and brief counseling interventions in a virtual setting, building rapport and trust remotely.
Provided culturally competent, patient-centered care to individuals from diverse backgrounds and clinical presentations.
Collaborated with internal administrative and clinical teams to streamline care delivery and enhance patient experience.
Maintained a private, professional virtual workspace to ensure confidentiality and quality telehealth interactions.
Upheld compliance with all organizational policies, ethical guidelines, and telepsychiatry best practices.
Sustained active licensure and completed required continuing education to remain in good standing with regulatory boards.

Managed diverse caseload of clients with serious mental illnesses, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to establish accurate diagnoses and inform treatment plans.

Prescribed psychotropic medications, monitored therapeutic response, and adjusted dosages for optimal outcomes.

Delivered individual therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).

Collaborated with multidisciplinary care team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care delivery.

Participated in case conferences to review patient progress and modify interventions as necessary.

Maintained accurate electronic medical records in compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.

Fulfilled continuing education requirements and sustained licensure to maintain clinical competency.

Conducted psychiatric assessments to evaluate clients' mental health and determine diagnoses.

Provided crisis intervention by assessing severity, offering stabilization, and coordinating emergency support.

Implemented safety measures to assess suicidal or homicidal ideation and ensure immediate client safety.

Delivered individual therapy utilizing evidence-based interventions to address distressing thoughts and emotions.

Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team members to enhance client care and treatment outcomes.

Educated clients and families on crisis warning signs, coping strategies, and community resources.