Eljess Clervil
Lehigh Acres,Florida
Summary
I am a dedicated and skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with years of diverse healthcare experience. My journey in healthcare began in 2018 as a Certified Nursing Assistant, and through continuous education and dedication, I have advanced my career to provide comprehensive and compassionate patient care.
I graduated as a PMHNP in August 2024 and bring a strong foundation in mental health care. Before becoming a nurse practitioner, I worked as both a staff and travel nurse, gaining valuable experience across various medical settings and patient populations. Now, as a newly practicing PMHNP, I am committed to applying my knowledge and skills to provide high-quality, evidence-based mental health care. My background in treating a wide range of medical and psychiatric diagnoses allows me to take a holistic approach, addressing both physical and mental well-being.
Dependable and team-oriented, I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. My passion lies in advocating for my patients, ensuring they receive the support, education, and care necessary for their well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Elite DNA Behavior Health
Fort Myers, FL
11.2024 - Current
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Consulted with other healthcare professionals regarding complex cases or difficult diagnoses.
- Prescribed medications as indicated by patient's symptoms or diagnosis.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources when appropriate.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated patients using evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with a diverse population, including individuals from different cultural backgrounds.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client needs and preferences.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Diagnosed psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions through careful assessments.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Advised and educated patients and families on mental health and medical conditions, medications, or treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
- Reviewed and interpreted diagnostic and laboratory tests.
- Provided medication management and psychotherapy services to individuals with mental health disorders.
- Researched the latest clinical studies related to mental health treatments.
- Attended professional conferences to stay current on advances in psychiatry.
- Developed treatment plans based on assessment findings and established goals.
- Performed comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients in an outpatient setting.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Registered Nurse
Lee Health
Fort Myers, FL
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Assisted in planning individual treatment programs in consultation with Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing and other staff using established knowledge and resources in planning care and patient teaching.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Documented nursing encounters using SOAP form of charting.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
- Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
- Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Inserted and cared for catheters, feeding tubes and access sites.
- Developed and executed care plans for assigned patients.
Travel RN Advent Health Orlando
Aya Healthcare
Orlando, FL
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Units: Cardiopulmonary, Psych Medical Unit, Multisystem PCUs, Lung Transplant Unit
- Charting System, - EPIC, Cerner
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Assisted in planning individual treatment programs in consultation with Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing and other staff using established knowledge and resources in planning care and patient teaching.
- Documented nursing encounters using SOAP form of charting.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
- Developed and executed care plans for assigned patients.
Registered Nurse
Gulf Coast Medical Center, MPCU
Fort Myers, FL
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Health Park Medical Center, S, CPCU
Fort Myers, FL
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatry Mental Health
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL08.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL04.2020
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL05.2018
Skills
- Medical records management
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient assessments
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Medication and IV administration
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Intake and discharge
- IV drug therapy management
- Diagnostic tools experience
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Laparasopic procedures familiarity
- Unit administration
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Diabetes management
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Conflict resolution
- Individualized treatment planning
- Clinical documentation
- Psychopharmacology expertise
- Clinical quality improvement
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Suicide risk assessment
- Outpatient mental health services
- Geriatric mental health
- Therapeutic communication
- Bipolar disorder treatment
- Diagnostic assessment
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Child and adolescent psychiatry
- Medication management
- Patient-centered care
Accomplishments
- Graduated with Honor with ASN in 05/2020
- Graduated with Cum Laude with BSN in 8/2021
- Graduated with High Honor with MSN in 8/2024
Additional Information
- Honor: AA, AS.
- Cum Laude: BSN
- The National Society of Collegiate Scholars through FSW Chapter. July 2017
- The Dean’s List at Florida Southwestern State College
- President’s List at Nova Southeastern University Professional Organization
- NSNA- National Student Nurses Association (Treasurer) Fall 2019- May 2020
- Personal Activities/ Attributes Foreign Language: French and Creole.
Languages
Certification
- APRN 11035550
- MOUD Certification
- APRN license is APRN 11035550
- RN license is RN 9535841
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Specialty: Medications Management, Mental Health Assessment, Cardiopulmonary, Psych medical unit, PCU units, Med/Tele
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Elite DNA Behavior Health
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lee Health
04.2023 - 10.2024
Travel RN Advent Health Orlando
Aya Healthcare
05.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Gulf Coast Medical Center, MPCU
08.2020 - 10.2021
Certified Nurse Assistant
Health Park Medical Center, S, CPCU
08.2018 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatry Mental Health
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida SouthWestern State College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Florida SouthWestern State College