Psychiatric APRN and Professor
Open To Work
Deon Milardo MSN APRN PMHNP BC
Goodwin University
Middlefield,USA
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Founder & Practice Owner Adjunct Clinical & Didactic Faculty (Part-Time)Float Pool Registered NurseRegistered Nurse Case ManagerRegistered Nurse
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location:
Middlefield, USA, USMiddletown, CT
Open to relocation:
Yes
Important To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefits4-day work week
ANCC Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) with more than 10 years of bedside Registered Nurse experience and advanced practice expertise in comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care. Experienced in psychiatric evaluation, psychopharmacology, medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and evidence-based treatment across the lifespan. Founder and Practice Owner of a successful part-time outpatient psychiatric practice, providing individualized, patient-centered care while collaborating with primary care providers, therapists, specialists, and community resources. Passionate about delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare within a collaborative interdisciplinary team and seeking to transition into a healthcare organization where clinical excellence, teamwork, and compassionate patient care remain the primary focus.
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Founder & Practice Owner
1 Year 8 Months
Healing Haven Psychiatry, LLC - Middlefield, CT | 11.2024 - Current
- Managed daily outpatient caseload of 20–25 psychiatric patients, ensuring tailored treatment plans and continuity of care.
- Manage a daily outpatient caseload of approximately 20–25 psychiatric patients.
- Coordinate higher levels of care including IOP, PHP, emergency department, residential treatment, and inpatient referrals.
- Collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, specialists, schools, pharmacies, and community agencies.
- Completed prior authorizations, FMLA, disability, court documentation, and billing to support efficient practice operations and patient access.
- Delivered comprehensive psychiatric assessments to develop tailored treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Prescribed psychotropic medications while monitoring patient responses and adjusting treatments as necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and improve mental health outcomes.
- Conducted therapeutic sessions, employing evidence-based practices to address various mental health disorders.
- Educated patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and wellness strategies.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
Adjunct Clinical & Didactic Faculty (Part-Time)
1 Year 10 Months
Goodwin University - East Hartford, CT | 09.2024 - Current
- Prove per diem online education one evening a week
- Provide clinical instruction and evaluate nursing students in psychiatric and medical-surgical settings, promoting evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning.
- Teach an online graduate-level Psychopharmacology course, integrating current evidence, pharmacology, and psychiatric treatment principles.
- Mentor nursing students through clinical evaluation, professional development, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Float Pool Registered Nurse
2 Years 1 Month
Middlesex Hospital - Middletown, CT | 03.2022 - 04.2024
- Provided comprehensive bedside nursing care across multiple inpatient medical-surgical units, adapting quickly to diverse patient populations and varying levels of acuity.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Performed patient assessments, medication administration, care planning, and patient education while ensuring safe, evidence-based care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate treatment plans and optimize patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate electronic documentation and consistently delivered high-quality care in fast-paced clinical environments.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
6 Years 2 Months
HARC, Inc. - Hartford, CT | 01.2018 - 03.2024
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure comprehensive and continuous support for diverse populations.
- Assessed patient needs through thorough evaluations, fostering personalized treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance care delivery and optimize health outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve quality of care and patient satisfaction metrics.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to address evolving health conditions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, promoting informed decision-making regarding healthcare choices.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers and patients, ensuring clarity in care instructions.
- Led case reviews to identify opportunities for process improvements and enhance service efficiency.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
Registered Nurse
1 Year 1 Month
Gaylord Hospital - Wallingford, CT | 01.2017 - 02.2018
- Delivered specialized nursing care to patients with spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, and medically complex rehabilitation needs.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments, medication administration, wound care, and patient/family education.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams to support recovery, maximize functional outcomes, and facilitate safe discharge planning.
Head Registered Nurse
1 Year 4 Months
Masonicare Health Center - Wallingford, CT | 07.2016 - 11.2017
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated daily clinical operations, enhancing safety and quality of resident care.
- Performed comprehensive assessments, administered medications, planned care, and documented regulatory compliance for long-term care and rehabilitation residents, ensuring adherence to care standards.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident outcomes and ensure regulatory compliance, contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
- Coordinated patient care activities across multiple departments for optimal service delivery.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and protocols.
Education
MSN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Goodwin University - East Hartford, CT
05-2024
- Awarded Entrepreneurial Spirit Award 2024
- Honor Roll May 2024
- Dean's List May 2024
- Professional Development: Member of Advanced Psychiatric Association
- 3.8 GPA
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
BSN - Nursing
University of Bridgeport - Bridgeport, CT
05-2018
- Honor Roll May 2018
- Dean's List May 2018
- CT Health Horizons Grant Scholarship Recipient
- 3.9 GPA
- magna cum laude graduate
ASN - Nursing
Gateway Community College - New Haven
- Honor Roll May 2016
- Dean's List May 2016
- Connecticut Nurses’ Foundation Scholarships. Scholarship Recipient
- Extracurricular Activities: State of CT Member of Nurses Association
Skills
Patient Monitoring
Medication Administration
Clinical Pharmacology
Patient Support
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Care Coordination
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
- Nurse Practitioner Association of Psychiatry
Certification
- PMHNP-BC (ANCC)
- Connecticut APRN
- Connecticut RN
- DEA
- Connecticut Controlled Substance Registration
- BLS
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Founder & Practice Owner
Healing Haven Psychiatry, LLC
11.2024 - CurrentRead more
Adjunct Clinical & Didactic Faculty (Part-Time)
Goodwin University
09.2024 - CurrentRead more
Float Pool Registered Nurse
Middlesex Hospital
03.2022 - 04.2024Read more
Registered Nurse Case Manager
HARC, Inc.
01.2018 - 03.2024Read more
Registered Nurse
Gaylord Hospital
01.2017 - 02.2018Read more
Head Registered Nurse
Masonicare Health Center
07.2016 - 11.2017Read more
Goodwin University - MSN, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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University of Bridgeport - BSN, Nursing
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Gateway Community College - ASN, Nursing
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