Cassie Moores Kristensen
FNP-BC, PMHNP
Summary
Dual certified nurse practitioner with over 20 years of diverse patient care experiences within the United States and abroad; ANCC board certified FNP and a PMHNP, Embracing Mental Health as the foundation for healthy systems; Passionate about social justice and improving health inequities around the world.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Family Practice Womens Health Clinical
Vermont Family and Women's Clinic
Los Angeles, CA, United States
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Performed adult physicals, and gynecological examinations
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities
Family Practice, Pediatric Clinical
Heide Winkler, MD
Santa Fe Springs, CA, United States
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Performed newborn and pediatric physical assessments,
- Performed head to toe physical exams for adults seeking medical assisted therapies for addictions
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Provided anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practices.
- Established and implemented developmental screening initiatives to detect delays in young children.
Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical
Allied Psychiatry and Mental Health
Newport Beach, CA, United States
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Evaluated patients' data and tests and examined findings to diagnose nature and extent of mental disorders
- Research and pharmaceutical interventions, wrote papers outlining concepts learned and questions answered
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse
Healthcare Pros & Dignity Health, CHMC
Los Angeles, United States
12.2017 - 05.2023
- Attended highest-risk deliveries and delivered emergency treatments to newborns on-site
- Collaborated with physicians and respiratory therapists regarding care of patients
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical
Forefront Telecare Services & Vista Psychiatric Services
San Francisco, CA, United States
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Conducted detailed bio-psychosocial interviews and evaluations via telehealth services
- Interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans
- Analyzed explanations for psychiatric illnesses by screening clients for physical illnesses, neurological trauma, developmental issues and genetic factors.
Family Practice Women's Health Clinical
Whittier Female Medical, Vermont Family Clinic
Whittier, CA
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Administered prenatal and postnatal care
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Identified female-specific cancers such as ovarian or cervical cancer using thorough testing procedures.
- Performed adult physicals, and gynecological examinations
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy
- Educated and guided patients on Type-2 diabetes and prevention
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities
Registered Nurse
Denver Health
Denver, CO
10.2011 - 07.2014
- Pediatric Emergency Room, Level 2, Pediatrics, PICU
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
Post Master's Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
Los Angeles, CA 09.2021 - 07.2023
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
Los Angeles, CA 09.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
State University of New York
Buffalo, NY 05.2009 - 05.2010
Danish Language - Danish Language
Clavis Danish Language School
Roskilde, Denmark 07.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN 01.2000 - 05.2006
Skills
Physical Exams
Psychosocial Exams
Diagnostic Screenings
Lab result evaluation
Diabetes and nutrition treatments
Psychiatry and mental health
Neonatal and maternity care
Women's health exams
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Motivations Interviewing
Cultural Competence
EMR Systems
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical
Allied Psychiatry and Mental Health
02.2023 - 06.2023
Danish Language - Danish Language
Clavis Danish Language School
07.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical
Forefront Telecare Services & Vista Psychiatric Services
11.2021 - 09.2022
Post Master's Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
09.2021 - 07.2023
Family Practice Womens Health Clinical
Vermont Family and Women's Clinic
10.2020 - 03.2021
Family Practice, Pediatric Clinical
Heide Winkler, MD
09.2020 - 03.2021
Family Practice Women's Health Clinical
Whittier Female Medical, Vermont Family Clinic
09.2019 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
09.2018 - 02.2021
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse
Healthcare Pros & Dignity Health, CHMC
12.2017 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Denver Health
10.2011 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
State University of New York
05.2009 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Minnesota
01.2000 - 05.2006