Deana Perry
Greenville
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse with 10+ years of progressive clinical experience across VA specialty care, juvenile justice, dialysis, transplant coordination, and long-term care leadership. Demonstrated expertise in psychiatric and psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Adept at supporting medically and psychiatrically complex populations across the lifespan. Committed to advancing mental health care and pursuing graduate study in the University of North Carolina Wilmington Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-DNP) program.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) – Specialty Care Clinic
Greenville, NC
09.2025 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to Veterans with complex medical, psychiatric, and psychosocial needs.
- Conduct focused mental status, behavioral, and psychosocial assessments to identify mood disturbances, cognitive changes, trauma history, and social determinants of health.
- Utilize therapeutic communication to promote engagement, treatment adherence, and emotional stability among Veterans with chronic illness and mental health comorbidities.
- Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams including primary care, specialty providers, mental health, and social work to ensure continuity and holistic support.
- Monitor risk factors, escalate concerns promptly, and contribute to individualized care planning.
Staff Nurse
Edgecombe Youth Development Center
Rocky Mount, NC
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Provided psychiatric and behavioral health nursing care to adolescents in a secure forensic setting.
- Performed suicide risk screenings, crisis assessments, and behavioral evaluations to support safety and stabilization.
- Implemented trauma-informed care principles to build rapport, reduce escalation, and support emotional regulation.
- Collaborated with psychiatry, psychology, and custody staff to develop and implement individualized treatment and behavior plans.
- Responded to acute crises using de-escalation techniques and evidence-based interventions.
Transplant Coordinator
ECU Health Medical Center
Greenville, NC
04.2023 - 04.2025
- Coordinated comprehensive post-transplant care, including psychosocial assessment, patient education, and long-term follow-up.
- Triaged patient concerns, evaluating urgency, emotional distress, and behavioral barriers to adherence.
- Provided counseling and support to patients and families navigating complex medical regimens and lifestyle adjustments.
- Ensured compliance with UNOS, CMS, and Joint Commission standards through meticulous documentation and quality oversight.
- Collaborated with surgeons, physicians, pharmacists, and social workers to optimize patient outcomes.
Charge Nurse / Staff Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
Kinston, NC
05.2016 - 04.2023
- Delivered comprehensive dialysis care to patients with chronic kidney disease, integrating mental status assessment, coping support, and patient education.
- Assessed psychosocial stressors, treatment fatigue, and emotional needs, providing counseling and referrals as appropriate.
- Managed high-acuity and high-stress clinical situations, escalating medical and psychiatric concerns promptly.
- Built long-term therapeutic relationships with patients and families facing chronic illness and complex treatment demands.
- As Charge Nurse, supervised and mentored nursing staff, supported clinical decision-making, and coordinated crisis response during medical or behavioral emergencies.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, regulatory standards, and quality improvement initiatives.
Unit Supervisor
North Carolina State Veterans Home
Kinston, NC
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Oversaw daily operations of a long-term care unit serving Veterans with chronic illness, dementia, and cognitive impairment.
- Provided direct patient care, conducted assessments, and monitored changes in physical and cognitive status.
- Addressed patient and family concerns with compassion, advocating for safety, dignity, and quality of life.
- Supported staff development, delegated assignments, and ensured compliance with care standards and facility policies.
Staff Nurse
Harmony Hall Skilled Nursing
Kinston, NC
10.2013 - 05.2017
- Delivered direct nursing care to residents with chronic illness, functional decline, and cognitive impairment.
- Monitored condition changes, communicated concerns to providers, and implemented timely interventions.
- Advocated for patient safety, comfort, and dignity while supporting families through care transitions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of North Carolina Wilmington
05.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Lenoir Community College
05.2013
Skills
- Psychiatric & Psychosocial Assessment
- Mental Status Examination
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Therapeutic Communication
- Behavioral Observation
- Ethical Decision-Making
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Care Coordination
- Leadership & Supervision
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) – North Carolina
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) – Specialty Care Clinic
09.2025 - Current
Staff Nurse
Edgecombe Youth Development Center
05.2025 - 08.2025
Transplant Coordinator
ECU Health Medical Center
04.2023 - 04.2025
Charge Nurse / Staff Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
05.2016 - 04.2023
Unit Supervisor
North Carolina State Veterans Home
09.2015 - 05.2017
Staff Nurse
Harmony Hall Skilled Nursing
10.2013 - 05.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Lenoir Community College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of North Carolina Wilmington