Emily C. Sousa
Bristol,RI
Summary
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner candidate graduating May 2026 with clinical experience in comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment across diverse patient populations. Skilled in developing individualized treatment plans, psychopharmacologic management, and therapeutic communication within interdisciplinary teams. Committed to delivering patient-centered, high-quality mental health care and improving outcomes in complex psychiatric conditions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
PMHNP Clinical Experience
New England Center for Psychiatric and Addiction Disorders
Fall River, MA
01.2026 - Current
- Supported outpatient treatment for individuals with substance use disorders. Participated in psychiatric assessments, medication monitoring, and relapse prevention planning while collaborating with behavioral health providers in recovery-focused care.
Travel Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse
Rhode Island Hospital
Providence, RI
11.2021 - Current
- Served as charge nurse coordinating staff assignments, patient flow, and multidisciplinary care. Mentored new nurses and collaborated with physicians and healthcare teams to manage high-acuity patients while providing education and support to patients and families.
PMHNP Clinical Experience
KRIPA Behavioral Health
Fall River, MA
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Participated in psychiatric evaluations and DSM-5 diagnostic assessments. Assisted with medication management and treatment planning for mood and anxiety disorders while observing psychotherapy modalities, including CBT-informed approaches.
PMHNP Clinical Experience
Bradley Childrens Hospital
East Providence, RI
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Conducted psychiatric assessments, mental status examinations, and risk evaluations for adolescents in an inpatient behavioral health setting. Participated in interdisciplinary treatment planning for mood, anxiety, and behavioral disorders while observing psychopharmacologic management and therapeutic group interventions.
PMHNP Clinical Experience
VICTA
PROVIDENCE, RI
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted psychiatric and substance use assessments for patients with opioid and other substance use disorders. Assisted in treatment planning and medication-assisted treatment, including buprenorphine management. Performed screening assessments such as PHQ-9 and COWS to monitor patient progress and withdrawal symptoms.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Saint Anne's Hospital
Fall River, MA
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Provided care for telemetry patients by monitoring cardiac rhythms and hemodynamic status. Administered vasoactive medications, anticoagulants, and cardiac therapies while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to manage rapidly changing patient conditions.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
Boston, MA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern University
Boston, MA05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Assumption University
Worcester, MA05-2017
Skills
- Psychiatric Assessment
- Mental Status Examination
- DSM 5 Diagnostic Reasoning
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment
- Medication Assisted Treatment
- Trauma Informed Care
- Motivational Interviewing
- Patient Advocacy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Time management
Timeline
PMHNP Clinical Experience
New England Center for Psychiatric and Addiction Disorders
01.2026 - Current
PMHNP Clinical Experience
KRIPA Behavioral Health
10.2025 - 01.2026
PMHNP Clinical Experience
Bradley Childrens Hospital
05.2025 - 10.2025
PMHNP Clinical Experience
VICTA
01.2024 - 05.2024
Travel Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse
Rhode Island Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Saint Anne's Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern University
Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Assumption University