Blondine Emilien
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Dedicated dual board-certified Nurse Practitioner with experience in family and psychiatry. Skilled in direct bedside care, patient advocacy, detox, leadership, and primary care. Strong interpersonal and communication skills foster positive relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary medical teams. Seeking a Nurse Practitioner role to enhance patient outcomes through clinical expertise and leadership.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Allpure Behavioral
Miami, FL
06.2024 - Current
- Conduct Psychiatric Evaluations: Perform comprehensive initial assessments for clients presenting with mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, and substance abuse disorders.
- Develop Individualized Treatment Plan: Create and implement personalized treatment plans based on client assessments, ensuring the best course of action for each patient’s mental health needs.
- Medication Management: Prescribe and manage psychiatric medication including monitoring effectiveness and side effects.Adjust dosages and treatment plans during follow-up appointment based on client progress.
- Provide Ongoing Client Support: Conduct follow-up sessions to track and evaluate client progress. Modify treatment strategies as needed to ensure the client’s recovery and well-being.
- Counseling and Education: Educate clients and their families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and self-care techniques. Provide guidance on managing stress, anxiety, depression, and the challenges of substance abuse.
- Collaborate with Healthcare Professionals: Work alongside other healthcare providers to deliver holistic care, ensuring all aspects of the client’s mental and physical health are addressed.
- Crisis Intervention and Acute Care: Provide urgent care or crisis intervention for clients experiencing acute mental health crises. Support clients with immediate needs, particularly related to suicidal ideation, severe anxiety, or substance abuse relapse.
- Maintain Patient Records: Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all patient interactions, including initial evaluations, follow-ups, and medication adjustments within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
- Stay Current with Mental Health Trends: Participate in ongoing professional development and training to stay updated on the latest evidence-based practices in psychiatry and mental health treatment.
- Promote Patient Advocacy: Act as an advocate for clients, ensuring they receive the resources and referrals they need to enhance their recovery and mental health journey.
Nurse Practitioner
Signify Health
Broward County, FL
03.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans tailored to primary care needs
- Manage chronic conditions, which includes diabetes, thyroid disorders, etc through ongoing treatment, patient education, and support
- Perform preventive care screenings, immunizations, and health risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential health issues early
- Educate patients and their families on various medical conditions, treatment options, and healthy lifestyle choices to improve overall health outcomes including diet, exercise, and medication adherence
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including specialists, dietitians, and primary care providers, to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient medical records, ensuring meticulous documentation and compliance with healthcare standards.
RN Resource (Administration)
HCA Northwest Medical Center
Margate, FL
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Oversaw and mentored new grad RN hires, LPN, and PCT staff members
- Provide clinical assistance and assessments of nurses
- Mentor and help transition nurses into their clinical roles throughout the hospital.
Nurse Practitioner
CVS Health
Fort Lauderdale, FL
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Led the screening efforts for COVID-19, supervising 10 locations and ensuring efficient and accurate patient testing
- Utilized EPIC EMR system to register patients and maintain comprehensive electronic medical records
- Verified insurance information to ensure proper coverage and billing processes
- Expertly collected and processed point-of-care test specimens, adhering to strict protocols and quality standards
- Communicated test results to patients in a timely and compassionate manner, providing necessary education and guidance based on the outcomes
- Maintained a strong focus on infection control measures to minimize the risk of transmission
- Ensured compliance with all lab processing requirements, following established procedures and protocols.
Registered Nurse
Memorial Healthcare System
Pembroke Pines, FL
10.2015 - 01.2021
- Provided direct patient care and develop care plans based on comprehensive assessments
- Coordinated patient care across disciplines, ensuring optimal outcomes
- Educated patients and their families, addressing their learning needs
- Delegated patient care to ancillary personnel
- Precepted student nurses and new hires
- Fulfilled charge nurse responsibilities when necessary.
Registered Nurse (SNF)
Deerfield Health and Rehab
Deerfield Beach, FL
05.2012 - 09.2015
- Provided hands-on care to residents, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, ensuring accuracy, and monitoring for any adverse reactions or side effects
- Conducted initial and ongoing assessments
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team for better patient outcome
- Regularly checked and documenting residents' vital signs to identify any changes
- Provided education to residents and their families about their health conditions, treatment plans, medications, self-care techniques, and available resources.
Practical Nurse: Charge Nurse
Oasis Detox Center
Pompano Beach, FL
12.2012 - 10.2013
- Assisted in the hiring process for nurses and technicians, ensuring the selection of competent staff
- Managed and trained staff nurses
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients to evaluate their physical and psychological condition
- Continuously monitored patients, and reported changes
- Administered medications prescribed for detoxification, withdrawal management, and symptom relief
- Provided education to patients and their families about the detox process
- Offered emotional support to patients and families
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient's records.
Education
Post Master's Certification-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -
Liberty University
09.2024
Master's Degree-- Family Nurse Practitioner -
Nova Southeastern University
05.2020
Bachelor's Degree -
Florida Atlantic University
12.2013
Associate of Science Degree - Registered Nurse -
Broward College
12.2011
High school diploma -
Deerfield Beach High School
06.2003
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience with various EMR systems including Cerner, Meditech, and EPIC
- Excellent communication skills
- Reliable and dedicated
- Strong team player
Certifications
- ANCC certified Family Nurse Practitioner, APRN11008958, FL, WA, OH
- Licensed Registered Nurse, RN9338425
- DEA, FL, WA, current
- NPI, 1134734080
- ACLS, current
- BCLS, current
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Allpure Behavioral
06.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Signify Health
03.2023 - Current
RN Resource (Administration)
HCA Northwest Medical Center
08.2021 - 06.2024
Nurse Practitioner
CVS Health
08.2020 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Memorial Healthcare System
10.2015 - 01.2021
Practical Nurse: Charge Nurse
Oasis Detox Center
12.2012 - 10.2013
Registered Nurse (SNF)
Deerfield Health and Rehab
05.2012 - 09.2015
Post Master's Certification-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -
Liberty University
Master's Degree-- Family Nurse Practitioner -
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor's Degree -
Florida Atlantic University
Associate of Science Degree - Registered Nurse -
Broward College
High school diploma -
Deerfield Beach High School
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