Caroline Sica
Trappe,MD
Summary
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record at the University of Maryland Medical System, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and expert psychiatric evaluations. Excelled in mentoring and culturally sensitive approaches, adept in medication management and psychotherapy techniques. Demonstrated excellence in multidisciplinary collaboration and crisis intervention, significantly contributing to mental health advancements. Promoting pleasant personality and skills helping patients stay calm and communicative.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University Of Maryland Medical System
2023.09 - Current
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions on a 12-bed acute inpatient adult psychiatric unit, a substance use disorder intensive outpatient program, and a psychotherapy intensive outpatient program.
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing compassionate, holistic care and addressing the unique concerns of each individual.
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Centra Health
2017.08 - 2023.05
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to providers as needed in a Level 2 Trauma center in a rural healthcare setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA05.2023
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA08.2017
Skills
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Outpatient mental health services
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Suicide Risk Assessments
- Inpatient psychiatric care
- Psychopharmacology expertise
- Community mental health resources
- Addiction recovery support
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University Of Maryland Medical System
2023.09 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Centra Health
2017.08 - 2023.05
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
George Mason University
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
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