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Dana Wood

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Dynamic Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience. Expert in medication management and psychiatric evaluation, adept at developing personalized treatment plans. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety in high-pressure environments. Committed to fostering positive behavioral change and enhancing mental health services.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

NaphCare-Arizona State Prison Tucson Complex
01.2024 - 05.2025
  • Psychiatric Provider for the Arizona State Prison Tucson. Covered suicide watch house, assessments, medications, emergency medications.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

NeuStart Psychiatry
08.2021 - 07.2023
  • Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments to develop personalized treatment plans.
  • Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient responses for effectiveness.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Oregon State Hospital
01.2011 - 07.2021
  • Administered psychiatric assessments and developed individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and mental status, ensuring timely interventions and adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Implemented crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate volatile situations, prioritizing patient safety and wellbeing.
  • Trained new nursing staff on best practices in psychiatric care, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Education

Master of Science - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO
12-2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
07-2010

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Portland State University
Portland, OR
05-1994

Skills

  • Medication management
  • Psychiatric evaluation
  • Outpatient mental health services
  • Clinical documentation
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Inpatient psychiatric care

Certification

NP-PMHNP, Arizona, 299304 Expiration: 04/01/28

RN-Arizona, 299304 Expiration: 04/01/28

NP- PMHNP, Oregon, 202106420NP-PP- Expiration: 04/22/26

RN-Oregon, Oregon, 201042730RN- Expiration: 04/22/26

ANCC, PMHNP, 2021002654 Expiration: 03/30/26


Timeline

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

NaphCare-Arizona State Prison Tucson Complex
01.2024 - 05.2025

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

NeuStart Psychiatry
08.2021 - 07.2023

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Oregon State Hospital
01.2011 - 07.2021

Master of Science - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Maryville University of Saint Louis

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Norfolk State University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Portland State University

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