ELIZABETH BENNETT-GARGUILO
Summary
Compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with expertise in conducting thorough psychiatric evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans. Strong communication and empathy skills ensure effective patient care and positive outcomes. Committed to collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance holistic patient treatment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Sun River Health
New York
01.2026 - Current
- Performs comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients in an outpatient setting.
- Assesses patient mental health needs through comprehensive evaluations and interviews.
- Develops individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments and best practices.
- Prescribes medications and monitors patient responses for safety and efficacy.
- Coordinates with interdisciplinary teams to implement holistic patient care strategies.
- Provides education to patients and families on mental health issues and available treatment options.
- Maintains detailed electronic health records, ensuring compliance and facilitating continuity of care.
Pediatric ICU Clinical Nurse III
Memorial Sloan Kettering
New York
03.2020 - 11.2025
- Coordinated healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive patient care plans, ensuring alignment with best practices.
- Led unit as charge nurse, delegating tasks to nursing staff and addressing unit and patient needs for optimal care.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions to ensure timely intervention.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
- Directed or supervisedd less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit.
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Provided tailored guidance and educational support to pediatric patients based on their age and developmental stage.
- Provided essential information and emotional support to families during critical care situations, fostering trust and understanding.
Pediatric Substitute Lecturer and Course Coordinator
College of Staten Island
New York
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Employed diverse teaching methods such as lectures, hands-on activities, and multimedia presentations to engage students effectively.
- Monitored student progress, providing targeted feedback on assignments, tests, and projects to improve learning outcomes.
- Graded assignments and assessments, ensuring compliance with school policy while upholding academic standards.
- Supported individual students needing additional assistance on assignments or concepts to promote understanding and academic success.
- Attended faculty meetings upon request from administration or staff members.
Education
Post-Master's Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Seton Hall University
New Jersey05-2025
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Wagner College
New York05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wagner College
New York05-2017
Skills
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Patient assessment
- Diagnostic assessment
- Treatment planning
- Individualized treatment planning
- Medication management
- Patient-centered care
- Electronic health records
- Team collaboration
- Mental health education
Certification
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified
- Family Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified
- Registered Nurse, Licensed
- Certified Pediatric Nurse
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Sun River Health
01.2026 - Current
Pediatric Substitute Lecturer and Course Coordinator
College of Staten Island
08.2024 - 05.2025
Pediatric ICU Clinical Nurse III
Memorial Sloan Kettering
03.2020 - 11.2025
Post-Master's Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Seton Hall University
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Wagner College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wagner College