Mental Health Counselor/Nurse Practitioner
Open To Work
Cynthia Phillips Williams
Private Practice
ODESSA,TX
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired Job Title
Mental Health CounselorMental Health CounselorMental Health CounselorMental Health Counselor/NurseAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
Remote
Minimum Desired Compensation
$100000/yr
Important To Me
Flexible work hoursWork from home option
40
Years of experience
Successful professional with 40+ years of experience in a therapeutic community as a Licensed Professional Counselor and later became a nurse and then Nurse Practitioner working mainly in Psychiatric care. Implement control, great work ethic and motivation to be an asset to the company that I am employed by. I recently became certified as an End of Life Doula, so that I will be able to utilize that in my career as well. I use time management and knowledge to the best I can be for myself as well as my clients, co-workers and employers.
I have a good education and my years of experience make me a good candidate for the job that I am seeking.
Work History
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
6 Years 7 Months- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and manage chronic and acute health conditions.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient history and clinical guidelines.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery and enhance patient outcomes.
- Educate patients and families on health management, preventive care, and lifestyle modifications.
- Manage psychotropic medications
- Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient satisfaction and safety standards.
- Utilize electronic health record systems for accurate documentation, tracking, and reporting of patient data.
- Educate patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
Mental Health Counselor
7 Years 7 Months- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate mental health conditions and formulate appropriate interventions.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address diverse client needs and goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic approaches, enhancing clients' coping strategies and resilience.
- Facilitated weekly group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and shared experiences among participants.
- Analyzed client progress through regular evaluations, adjusting treatment plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Continually updated professional knowledge by attending conferences, trainings, and workshops related to advancements in the field of mental health counseling.
Mental Health Counselor
5 Years 10 Months- Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care for clients with co-occurring disorders.
- Advocated for community resources, connecting clients with additional support services to enhance overall well-being.
- Mentored junior counselors, providing guidance on best practices in client engagement and therapy techniques.
- Weekly one on one sessions with clients. For personal evaluations.
Mental Health Counselor
5 Years 4 Months- Reduced crisis intervention needs by proactively monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches.
- Reduced crisis intervention needs by proactively monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches as necessary.
- Developed individualized goal-setting tools to empower patients in taking ownership of their progress towards improved mental health.
- Implemented self-care practices for personal wellbeing and modeled healthy coping strategies for clients to emulate in their own lives.
- Built rapport with diverse client populations, utilizing empathetic listening skills and culturally sensitive therapeutic practices.
- Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders and effects of employment and housing issues on mental health.
Education
Master of Science - Advanced Nurse Practitioner
- Honoree of Magna Cum Laude GPA 4.0
Master of Science - Divine Ministry/Counseling
Bachelor of Science - Nursing/Counseling
Skills
Written communication
Diagnosis and treatment
Patient evaluations
Clinical judgment
Physical assessments
Diagnosis and management
Medication management
Patient evaluations
Affiliations
- International Council of Nurses
- Ector County Republican Women's Group
- Special Olympics
- Ala-non
- Birth Right
- Ala-Teen
- American Mental Health Counselors Assoc.
- The American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Timeline
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Private Practice
01.2020 - CurrentRead More
Mental Health Counselor
Private Practice
01.2019 - CurrentRead More
Mental Health Counselor
Spring River Behavioral Center
05.2012 - 03.2018Read More
Mental Health Counselor
James River Mental Health
10.2006 - 02.2012Read More
University of Texas At Permian Basin
Master of Science from Advanced Nurse Practitioner
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Liberty University
Master of Science from Divine Ministry/Counseling
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University of Virginia
Bachelor of Science from Nursing/Counseling
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