Chijioke Ezeana, PMHNP-BC, RN
Pearland,Texas
Summary
Board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a strong foundation in psychiatric assessment, medication management, and therapeutic interventions. Passionate about providing holistic, patient-centered mental health care to diverse populations, with a special focus on underserved communities. Committed to evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and lifelong learning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit
Womans Hospital of Texas
11.2023 - Current
- Provide nursing care for critically ill patients working with the interdisciplinary team to achieve desired patient outcome and decrease hospital stay
Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health
SUN Behavioral Health Hospital
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to patients with psychiatric disorders
- Assisted with crisis intervention, medication management, and therapeutic communication
- Monitored patient progress and collaborated with mental health providers for care planning
- Assisted with and provided care for patient receiving electroconvulsive therapy
Registered Nurse- Travel RN
Liquid Agents Healthcare
07.2018 - 10.2023
- Traveled across the country caring for critically ill and mentally ill patients in intensive care and in patient psychiatric units
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health
Lloyd Elam Mental Health Center
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided nursing care to patients with substance use disorders, including detoxification management, withdrawal symptoms monitoring, and medication administration
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans and ensure holistic patient care
Registered Nurse- Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Provided nursing care to critically ill post surgical patients including hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, titration of vasoactive medications, and continuous assessment of complex conditions
- Performed emergency response procedures, including CPR and airway management, to stabilize patients.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas at Tyler
12.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas Medical Branch
12.2015
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science -
University of Nigeria
08-2008
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment and diagnosis
- Psychotropic medication management
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Trauma-informed care
- Motivational interviewing
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Culturally competent care
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) proficiency
Clinical Experience
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Student Clinician, 08/2024 - 12/2024
Firstpoint Psychiatry - Lake Jackson Texas
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and formulated individualized treatment plans for patients across lifespan.
- Provided psychopharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions under preceptor supervision.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Observed, assessed, and evaluated patients receiving spravato treatment.
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Student Clinician, 05/2024 - 08/2024
Greater Houston Psychiatric Associates - Houston Texas
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, differential diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients across lifespan, managing a caseload of over 80 patients weekly under preceptor supervision
- Provided psychopharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions under preceptor supervision.
- Provided psychoeducation for patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including therapists and social workers, to optimize patient outcomes.
- Evaluated, observed, assessed, and assisted with patients receiving electroconvulsive therapy
Certificationsmembershipsvolunteerservices
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) — American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
- Registered Nurse (RN) – Texas Multistate License
- Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification – American Heart Association
- Member, American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA)
- Member, American Nurses Association (ANA)
- Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- Participation in nursing mentorship programs
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health
SUN Behavioral Health Hospital
01.2024 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit
Womans Hospital of Texas
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse- Travel RN
Liquid Agents Healthcare
07.2018 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health
Lloyd Elam Mental Health Center
04.2017 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse- Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
04.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas Medical Branch
Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas at Tyler
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science -
University of Nigeria
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