Claudia Colina PMHNP BSN
Miami,FL
Summary
Compassionate and driven board-certified PMHNP with specialization in mental health. Proficient in conducting comprehensive assessments, creating tailored treatment plans, and managing medications. Bringing over five years of expertise in Intensive Care, demonstrating exceptional patient-focused care and a steadfast commitment to ethical nursing practices. Seeking an opportunity to leverage my education, clinical skills to gain hands-on experience in behavioral health at Jackson or a similar esteemed institution to build a robust foundation as a dedicated Nurse Practitioner.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Registered Nurse
Jackson Health System
Miami, FL
08.2020 - Current
- Intermediate Medical Care Unit; Surgical Intensive Care Unit; Medical Intensive Care Unit
- Utilize advanced technical expertise in a high-volume ICU, managing complex cases including trauma, post-surgical, and inpatient surgeries
- Proficient in respiratory management, ventilator operations, and titration of vasoactive, sedative, analgesic, and paralytic IV medications
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and maintain precise medical records using advanced documentation systems to track patient progress accurately
- Skill in operating and interpreting life support equipment, including CRRT, ECOR, FloTrac, ventilators, and chest tubes
- Perform diagnostic testing, catheterization, IV/Sub-Q applications, and advanced wound care management to deliver effective treatment for critical conditions
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, to develop and implement treatment plans based on real-time patient data and responses
- Enhance technical proficiency through ongoing training and mentoring new nurses, ensuring adherence to unit protocols and maintaining high clinical standards
- Expertly integrated emerging technologies into patient care to optimize outcomes and uphold excellence in critical care delivery
- As Wound Care Champion, led initiatives to manage complex wound care cases and provided staff training, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing
- Champion service excellence by embodying CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Expertise)
- Participate in professional development sessions to stay updated on advanced practices, leveraging technical skills and time management to enhance patient care and enhance overall unit performance
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Preceptor - Student
PSYCH4U
Pembroke Pines, FL
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Hours of clinical training
- Collaborated with a preceptor in an outpatient mental health clinic, gaining hands-on experience in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, telehealth services, and various therapies
- Conducted assessments, gathered patient history, identified symptoms, and learned to differentiate diagnoses
- Assisted in creating treatment plans and educating patients on medications and side effects
- Emphasized communication, rapport-building, active listening, and empathetic support to enhance patient care
- Directly cared for patients in outpatient therapy for at least 100 hours to maintain currency on clinical techniques.
Preceptor
Jackson Memorial Hospital
Miami, FL
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Hours of clinical training
- Collaborated with preceptors in an inpatient mental health hospital, gaining experience across psychiatric care for general, adolescent, geriatric, eating disorder, and substance abuse patients
- Managed conditions such as anxiety, mood disorders, depression, behavioral issues, dementia, anorexia, addiction, detoxification, and severe psychosis
- Conducted assessments focused on stabilization and safety, while learning age-specific therapeutic approaches
- Addressed challenges in geriatric psychiatry, including comorbid physical health concerns
- Participated in multidisciplinary treatment plans, integrating mental health and substance abuse care with nutritional and psychological interventions
- Directly cared for patients in the inpatient setting at least 400 hours to maintain currency on clinical techniques.
Education
Master of Science -
West Coast University
Dallas, TX10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL05.2020
Bachelor of Liberal Arts (BLA) - History, Latin American Studies
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL12.2011
Skills
- Nursing Skills:
- Psychiatric assessment and diagnosis, Medication Administration/Management, Patient Assessment, Patient Counseling, Crisis Intervention, Critical Care and ICU Management, Wound Care, Comprehensive Patient Care, Clinical Procedures and Documentation
- Therapeutic Techniques: Cognitive-behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy
- Technical Skills:
- Electronic Health Records (EHR), EPIC Systems, HIPAA Compliance, Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) Certified, current
- EKG/ECG, ACLS Certified, current
- Human Resources Specialist Certified (Des Plaines, IL, June 2014)
Additional Information
- LICENSURE and CERTIFICATIONS , PMHNP-BC (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, APRN # 11038406, State of Florida) RN (Registered Nurse, RN # 9535870, State of Florida)
Timeline
Preceptor - Student
PSYCH4U
07.2024 - 10.2024
Preceptor
Jackson Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
Jackson Health System
08.2020 - Current
Master of Science -
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Liberal Arts (BLA) - History, Latin American Studies
Northeastern Illinois University
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