Debra Harrah
Naples,USA
Summary
Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a strong foundation in psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Proven track record in crisis management and medication management, significantly improving patient outcomes and contributing to comprehensive mental health care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
TENNESSEE VALLEY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
Nashville, Tennessee
04.2017 - 06.2026
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to establish diagnoses and treatment plans
- Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
- Managed medication regimens, ensuring effective treatment and monitoring of patient responses
- Psychotherapy
- Crisis Management
- Ordered laboratory, neuropsychiatric, EKG, and neuroimaging tests; referred patients to specialty care as needed
- TMS Training Magstim System
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
MERCY COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE
Franklin, Tennessee
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Psychiatric Evaluation
- Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
- Medication Management
- Psychotherapy Referrals
- Managed critical incidents to ensure patient safety and well-being.
- Order Testing i.e. Laboratory, Neuropsychiatric, EKG, Genesite (Genetics)
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
TENNESSEE VALLEY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
Nashville, Tennessee
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Psychiatric Evaluation
- Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
- Medication Management
- Psychotherapy
- Crisis Management
- Order Testing i.e. Laboratory, Neuropsychiatric, EKG, Neuro Imaging, Referral to Specialty Care
- ECT Patient intake
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
VOLUNTEER BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE SERVICES
Franklin, Tennessee
02.2013 - 01.2014
- Psychiatric Evaluation
- Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
- Medication Management
- Psychotherapy
- Crisis Management
- Order Testing i.e. Laboratory, Neuropsychiatric, EKG, Neuro Imaging, Referral to Specialty Care
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
THE SPARKS CLINIC
Franklin, Tennessee
12.2012 - 02.2013
- Psychiatric Evaluation
- Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
- Medication Management
- Psychotherapy
- Crisis Management
- Delivered TMS therapy with NeuroStar System to support patient recovery
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
VANDERBILT SCHOOL OF NURSING
Nashville, Tennessee08-2012
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
VANDERBILT SCHOOL OF NURSING
Nashville, Tennessee08-2011
Masters of Science - Marriage and Family Therapy
STETSON UNIVERSITY
Deland, Florida12-2004
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration with Emphasis in Accounting
CONCORD UNIVERSITY
ATHENS, West Virginia05-1993
Skills
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Diagnosis and treatment planning
- Medication management
- Patient education
- Crisis management
- TMS treatment
- Patient assessment
Clinical Placements
- Registered Nurse - Student Nurse Practitioner, Skyline Madison Campus, Madison, TN, 2011 - 2012
- Registered Nurse - Student Nurse Practitioner, Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital, Nashville, TN, 2011 - 2012
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, The Regional Intervention Program, Nashville, TN, 2011 - 2012
- Student Marriage and Family Therapist, Cumberland Heights, Nashville, TN, 2003 - 2004
- Student Marriage and Family Therapist, Williamson County Drug Court, Franklin, TN, 2003 - 2004
- Student Marriage and Family Therapist, Park Place Behavioral, Kissimmee, FL, 2003 - 2004
Personal Information
Title: RN, PMHNP-BC
Healthcare Experience
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Tennessee Valley Healthcare System, Nashville, TN, 04/17 - Present, Providing care in the Mental Health Clinics working remote., Service in the Post-Discharge Clinics and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation clinic., Precepting Nurse Practitioner students and serving as BHIP team lead., Ensuring continuity of care for discharged patients.
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Mercy Community Healthcare, Franklin, TN, 02/16 - 10/28/16, Provided mental health care to underserved members., Responsible for evaluation and treatment of clients across the life span.
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Tennessee Valley Healthcare System, Nashville, TN, 01/14 - 02/16, Provided care through weekday Mental Health Clinics and Saturday Access Clinic., Ensured continuity of care for discharged patients.
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Volunteer Behavioral Healthcare Services, Franklin, TN, 02/13 - 01/14, Provided mental health services to families and individuals., Responsible for clinical assessment, diagnosis, and medication management.
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, The Sparks Clinic, Franklin, TN, 12/12 - 02/13, Assisted with new patient assessment and evaluation of care needs.
Licensures Certifications
- Board Certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Tennessee, 10/12 - Present
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Tennessee, 10/11 - Present
- Certification Mandatory Pre-Screening Agent for Involuntary Psychiatric Hospitalization (TN)
- Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED)
- Certification in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy (TMS)
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
TENNESSEE VALLEY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
04.2017 - 06.2026
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
MERCY COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE
02.2016 - 10.2016
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
TENNESSEE VALLEY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
01.2014 - 02.2016
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
VOLUNTEER BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE SERVICES
02.2013 - 01.2014
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
THE SPARKS CLINIC
12.2012 - 02.2013
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
VANDERBILT SCHOOL OF NURSING
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
VANDERBILT SCHOOL OF NURSING
Masters of Science - Marriage and Family Therapy
STETSON UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration with Emphasis in Accounting
CONCORD UNIVERSITY