Pearl
Chariah Young
MSN APNP FNP-C PMHNP-BC
Rockwall,Texas
Summary
Professional with substantial background in psychiatric and mental health services, delivering impactful patient care. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions, with strong focus on pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable in achieving results. Known for excellent communication, empathy, and critical thinking skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Advanced professional development by participating in cutting-edge psychiatric research, contributing to field's body of knowledge.
- Promoted mental health awareness within the community by organizing and participating in educational events and outreach programs.
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to identify specific mental health needs, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
- Customized patient education materials to address unique concerns and learning styles of individuals, improving understanding and engagement in their own care.
- Reduced instances of crisis interventions required, through proactive monitoring and early identification of potential psychiatric emergencies.
- Achieved significant improvements in patient mood and anxiety scores, employing combination of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Optimized medication management protocols to minimize side effects and maximize therapeutic benefits for patients with psychiatric conditions.
- Mentored nursing students and new hires, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development opportunities and attending relevant conferences.
- Led community outreach programs to raise awareness about mental health issues, contributing to decrease in societal stigma.
Registered Nurse-Jail Health &Medical-Surgical
Dallas County Sheriff Department
08.2012 - Current
- Educated nursing staff in monitoring of patients in withdrawal.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over patients daily.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
Geriatric Admission Registered Nurse
Monarch Home Health Care
01.2011 - 04.2016
- Assess the patient's mental status and cognitive (thinking) skills.
- Understand patient's acute and chronic health issues.
- Discuss common health concerns, such as falls, incontinence, changing sleep patterns and sexual issues.
- Educate the patient about personal safety and disease prevention. Explain and recommend adjustments to the patient's medication regimen to ensure adherence.
- Link the patient with local resources as needed Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Saint John's Medical Center
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Applied both psychiatric and medical nursing skills to effectively multi-task and stay organized.
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 30-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 60 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL 08.2015 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Langston University
Langston, OK 08.2006 - 05.2008
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK 08.2002 - 05.2005
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Accomplishments
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Trained staff on new EMR system Pearl and Cerner.
- Honor Society of Nursing- Sigma Theta Tau International
Software
Cerner
Medi-Tech
EMAR
GNT
Certification
CAQH ID # 14643393
Clinical Practicum Experience
- CVS, McKinney, Texas, Family Practice - Gladys Asomani ARNP 251 hours
- Lake Great Hubbard Pediatrics, Rockwall, Texas- Vincent Iannelli MD 128.5 hours
- Family Practice, Mansfield, Texas – Riaz Haider MD 259.8 hours
- Prairie Estates, Frisco, Tx 75033- Aaron Brown DO 500 hours
References
References available upon request
Timeline
PMHNP, American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)- 2024061917
06-2024
PMHNP, Texas, AP 140455
06-2024
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates
09.2022 - Current
CAQH ID # 14643393
03-2020
- Drug Enforcement Administration #MY6285072
03-2020
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Texas, AP 140455
02-2019
National Provider Number, 1750848057, current
01-2019
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification:F12180319
12-2018
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
08.2015 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse-Jail Health &Medical-Surgical
Dallas County Sheriff Department
08.2012 - Current
Geriatric Admission Registered Nurse
Monarch Home Health Care
01.2011 - 04.2016
Registered Nurse, Texas, 775102
09-2009
BLS and ACLS, current
02-2009
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Saint John's Medical Center
01.2009 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Langston University
08.2006 - 05.2008
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Tulsa Community College
08.2002 - 05.2005
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
05.2001 -
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