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Clinical Director
Guarded Mind Wellness Center
01.2026 - Current
Dr. Chikaodi Mba
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Westminster,MD
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Consultant
Trinity Health -Holy Cross Germantown Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Stevenson University Wellness Center
09.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
VA Boston Healthcare System
07.2023 - 07.2024
DNP - Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing
University of Maryland, Baltimore
08.2019 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Community/Public Health Nursing
University of Maryland, Baltimore
01.2011 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland, Baltimore
01.2005 - 12.2007
Work History
Clinical Director
Guarded Mind Wellness Center
01.2026 - Current
- Provide comprehensive mental health evaluation, treatment recommendation and treatment plan.
- Lead clinical operations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Develop and implement treatment protocols to enhance patient care quality.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize service delivery and patient outcomes.
- Manage staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for efficient clinic operation.
- Evaluate program effectiveness through data analysis and feedback collection from patients and staff.
- Enhance patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols
- Improve overall clinic functioning by creating standardized processes and procedures for daily operations
- Manage budgets and resources effectively, resulting in cost savings without sacrifice to quality of care.
- Coordinate with IT department to enhance cybersecurity measures, safeguarding patient data and privacy.
- Discuss medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
Psychiatric Mental Health Consultant
Trinity Health -Holy Cross Germantown Hospital
07.2025 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify client mental health needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated care and effective service delivery for clients.
- Provide crisis intervention and support services, enhancing client safety and well-being during critical situations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care for clients, addressing both mental and physical health needs.
- Implement crisis intervention protocols during emergency situations effectively de-escalating potential risks to client safety.
- Reduce crisis incidents by implementing effective prevention strategies and early intervention techniques.
- Improve client mental health by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing personalized treatment plans.
- Empower clients by teaching coping strategies, emotion regulation techniques, and problem-solving skills that improved daily functioning abilities.
- Adhere to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Manage patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Stevenson University Wellness Center
09.2024 - Current
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Streamline medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Improve care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Develop strong therapeutic alliances with students through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Increase student's satisfaction through providing compassionate, holistic care and addressing the unique concerns of each student.
- Provide crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize student experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
- Promote mental health awareness within the community by organizing and participating in educational events and outreach programs.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
VA Boston Healthcare System
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Conducted patient assessments to identify mental health needs and develop treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care and facilitate referrals.
- Assisted in crisis intervention efforts, applying de-escalation techniques to ensure patient safety.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of patient interactions and treatment plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based interventions focused on relapse prevention and management strategies.
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing compassionate, holistic care and addressing the unique concerns of each individual.
- Navigated complex case management with focus on holistic care, integrating physical and mental health services to address all aspects of patient well-being.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development opportunities and attending relevant conferences.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Education
DNP - Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, MD 08.2019 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Community/Public Health Nursing
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, MD 01.2011 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, MD 01.2005 - 12.2007
Skills
- Medication management
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Outpatient mental health services
- Clinical documentation
- Suicide risk assessment
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Inpatient psychiatric care
- Psychopharmacology expertise
- Bipolar disorder treatment
- Veterans mental health
- Mental health counseling
- Psychiatric and mental health care
Summary
Empathetic and dedicated professional with keen understanding of mental health care and patient support. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric disorders and therapeutic interventions, coupled with strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Committed to making positive impact on patient outcomes through personalized care and evidence-based practices.
Certification
- PMHNP-ANCC
Accomplishments
- Author of “Implementing Behavioral Optimization and Outcome Support Team in a Medical/Surgical Unit ” published the Journal of healthcare Quality in 2024.
Work Availability
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Affiliations
- American Psychiatric Nurses Association
- Nurse Practitioner Association of Maryland
Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Software
Canva
Zoom
Adobe
Languages
English
Interests
Travelling
Football
Reading
Walking
Cooking
Music